Lead Quality Assurance​/Quality Control Specialist - Construction Management

Description

This position is expected to be various field assignments within 50 miles of Greenville, SC. We do offer per diem for those that qualify.

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Quality Specialist to join our Engineer’s Construction Management Team for a heavy industrial construction projects. The Quality Specialist will play a crucial role in ensuring that our construction contractors adhere to a high standard of quality through all phases of the project. This includes field engineering, construction execution, startup, and warranty phases. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality assurance and control in heavy industrial settings, specifically within the power generation sector.

The QAQC Specialist will play a pivotal role in overseeing and ensuring the peak performance, reliability, and safety of our client’s projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Quality Assurance Management:
  Review and oversee the Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) program for all project phases, ensuring compliance with contract specifications, design documents, and applicable codes and standards.
• Contractor Audits:
  Conduct regular audits of contractor activities to verify conformity with design documents and project specifications. Provide constructive feedback and recommendations for improvement as necessary.
• Document Control:
  Ensure that contractors are utilizing the latest revisions of design documents, maintaining accurate records of changes and updates throughout the project lifecycle.
• Material & Equipment Oversight:
  Monitor the proper storage and maintenance of materials and equipment to be incorporated into the project, ensuring they meet quality standards prior to installation.
• Construction Testing Reviews:
  Review and evaluate construction test reports and compliance documentation, including welding, concrete tests, non-destructive examination (NDE) tests, welding procedures, and welder qualifications to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Quality Monitoring:
  Provide oversight of construction activities, ensuring adherence to quality standards for but not limited to soils compaction, concrete placement, structural steel bolt-up, rotating equipment alignment, and electrical cable testing.
• Documentation of Quality Records:
  Ensure that all quality records and "as-built" documentation are properly maintained, documented, and easily accessible.
• Audit Reporting:
  Compile and report quality audit results and performance metrics to project management and stakeholders, highlighting areas of concern and recommending corrective actions where necessary.
• Pre-Planning Support:
  Assist contractors in pre-planning their quality control processes and activities to foster a culture of quality from the outset of construction.
• Inspection Observations:
  Document test and inspection observations accurately, including any deviations or non-conformances identified during the inspection process.
• Non-Conformance Management:
  Track and follow up on non-conformance reports, ensuring that corrective actions are taken and documented in a timely manner.
• Performance Statistics:
  Regularly summarize and report on QA/QC performance statistics for the project to management and stakeholders, identifying trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Provide interface between contractors/subcontractors and client.
• Enforce safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment, prioritizing employee well-being and compliance with industry regulations.
• Maintain comprehensive records of all quality activities, inspections, equipment condition, and performance metrics for compliance, reporting, and continuous improvement purposes.
• Provide technical leadership, support, and guidance to plant operators, maintenance teams, and other stakeholders, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Assurance/Quality Control or equivalent industry experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in quality assurance, operations, and maintenance within the power generation industry, with a proven track record of successful projects.
• Familiarity with…