QA​/QC Manager

QA/QC Manager | Data Center Construction Quality Leader

Join a high-impact team driving quality excellence on some of the most complex and innovative data center construction projects in the industry. This role is ideal for a hands-on QA/QC professional who thrives in mission-critical environments, enjoys collaborating across diverse teams, and is passionate about delivering world-class quality standards from design through commissioning.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced QA/QC Manager to help shape, strengthen, and continuously improve quality assurance and quality control programs across large-scale data center construction projects. In this role, you will serve as a key quality champion, partnering with design, construction, commissioning, operations, contractors, and vendors to ensure every system is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard.
You will have the opportunity to lead quality initiatives, influence project outcomes, mentor QA/QC personnel, and help establish best-in-class processes for mission-critical infrastructure.

What We're Looking For

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and electrical QA expertise.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners.
• QA/QC commissioning experience.
• Experience working across CSLA disciplines.
• Exposure to contractor and vendor management.
• Experience supporting Design-Build project delivery environments.

Ideal Candidate

• A self-motivated professional who takes ownership of quality outcomes.
• Comfortable leading difficult conversations and resolving project misalignments.
• Results-oriented with a strong focus on continuous improvement.
• Experienced in leading, mentoring, and coaching teams.
• Passionate about driving quality culture and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Program Leadership

• Develop and track quality program metrics to measure project performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Analyze trends, determine root causes of quality concerns, and drive corrective actions with stakeholders.
• Support the development and growth of on-site construction QA/QC teams.
• Help establish and enhance QA/QC processes, standards, and communication strategies that improve project efficiency and effectiveness.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as a key liaison between design, construction, facility operations, and general contractors.
• Coordinate and resolve quality-related matters across multiple project teams.
• Deliver training programs that increase quality awareness and reinforce QA/QC procedures and responsibilities.

Auditing & Quality Compliance

• Conduct audits of QA/QC activities performed by project teams and subcontractors to verify compliance with established procedures.
• Review project submittals, particularly MEP documentation, to ensure quality, completeness, and compliance.
• Perform quality engineering reviews of design documentation, vendor quality manuals, and company quality records.
• Review and approve quality documentation including:
  • Construction Quality Procedures (CQPs)
  • Inspection checklists
  • Test procedures
  • Technical deliverables
  • Product and process quality documents

Commissioning & Startup Support

• Review Level 4 and Level 5 commissioning scripts and provide technical feedback.
• Assist construction management teams with turnover documentation reviews to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Support review of Level 3, Level 4, and Level 5 startup, energization, and commissioning schedules.
• Help drive closure of quality issues and punch-list items within BIM
  360, escalating unresolved concerns as needed.

Equipment & Site Quality Oversight

• Participate in Factory Witness Tests (FWTs) for OFCI and CFCI systems and equipment.
• Perform site quality inspections and observations for installed equipment and systems.
• Document inspection results and findings within BIM
  360.
• Confirm testing documentation is properly completed and maintained.
• Review installed labeling, signage, and system tagging for compliance.

Program Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Assist in developing QA/QC dashboards, equipment tracking tools, and executive-level quality presentations.
• Participate in critical project meetings, including:
  • Weekly project meetings
  • Global QA/QC meetings
  • MEP/OAC meetings
  • Daily startup and commissioning meetings

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience leading or supporting QA/QC programs within data center or mission-critical construction environments.
• Experience supporting both Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build project delivery methods.
• Working knowledge of:
  • Civil/Structural systems
  • Building Envelope systems
  • Mechanical systems
  • Electrical systems
  • Instrumentation & Controls (I&C)
• Experience managing QA/QC and commissioning programs.
• Experience coordinating contractors, consultants, and vendors.
• Strong understanding of mission-critical power and cooling infrastructure.
• Experience utilizing construction quality management tools and platforms.

Preferred Experience

• Mechanical Engineering or Electrical…