Sr. Quality Control Engineer, Integrated Project Quality; IPQ

Sr. Quality Control Engineer, Integrated Project Quality (IPQ)

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Senior Quality Control Engineer (QCE) to execute and support the Integrated Project Quality (IPQ) Program in the delivery of data centers. The role focuses on Civil, Structural and Architectural (CSA) discipline quality control with specialized emphasis on prefabricated infrastructure and Off‑Site Assembly (OSA) oversight. The Sr. QCE will serve as the technical lead for day‑to‑day quality management activities and direct oversight of quality control vendors across OSA facilities in North America and on AWS build regions in North and South America.

As part of the Data Center Capacity Delivery (DCCD) organization, you will execute detailed technical quality control work, manage vendor performance, and ensure consistent implementation of IPQ standards across AWS building sites. The IPQ CSA Quality Control Engineer is hands‑on, performing both field oversight and technical quality management with particular focus on prefabricated duct bank systems, structural assemblies, and architectural components.

You will aid in establishing technical‑program‑focused quality control methodologies, drive standardization, and increase quality across all AWS building sites.

• Provide technical field trade oversight for civil, structural, and architectural components and manage off‑site prefabrication/assembly quality processes for the OSA program.
• Lead quality control oversight of prefabricated duct bank systems, concrete assemblies, structural steel components, and architectural elements.
• Lead root‑cause analysis for CSA quality issues, coordinate corrective actions, and implement preventive measures.
• Support IPQ implementation across multiple AMER sites, coordinate with construction teams, and manage quality milestone tracking.
• Maintain quality control documentation, prepare weekly progress reports, and track quality metrics and KPIs within toolings.
• Conduct routine CSA quality inspections, verify installation compliance, and manage non‑conformance resolution processes.
• Directly oversee third‑party vendor performance, conduct vendor meetings, and manage quality scorecard assessments.
• Develop and ensure alignment with IPQ technical standards, review CSA installation procedures, and validate compliance with AWS specifications.
• Interface with Construction Management, Design Engineering, Commissioning, and various stakeholders on technical quality execution.
• Oversee quality control of underground utilities, site work, foundation systems, and building envelope components, including on‑site quality installation methodologies.

• Travel up to 80% of the time.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management, or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of experience in civil/structural/architectural quality control or quality assurance of data centers or critical infrastructure.
• Hands‑on experience with concrete construction, structural steel, prefabricated systems, and quality control execution.
• Knowledge of CSA industry standards (ASCE, ACI, AISC, IBC, ASTM) and quality control methodologies.
• Experience working with and managing third‑party vendors, including quality management systems, software/tools, and process improvements.
• Preferred: experience with technical field trade oversight, off‑site prefabrication/assembly management, data center foundation systems, modular construction, precast assembly quality processes, surveying, geotechnical testing, materials testing procedures.
• Preferred: knowledge of underground utility construction, duct bank installation, site development quality control.
• Preferred: project management experience with multiple concurrent construction projects, strong technical writing and reporting skills.
• Preferred: professional certifications (SI, LEED AP, AWS CWI, NICET, or equivalent CSA certifications/accreditations). Architectural or Engineering License or technical certification aligned with the specializations noted above.

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