QA​/QC Manager

Harder Mechanical is one of the nation’s largest mechanical contractors with an outstanding reputation for working safely, meeting tough schedules, and delivering quality projects.

Based in Portland, Oregon, we work primarily in the 11 western states with regional offices in Reno, NV;
Phoenix, AZ;
Los Angeles, CA;
Richmond, CA;
Salt Lake City, UT.

• Commercial Buildings (healthcare, higher education, mission critical, and retail)
• Advanced Technology (semiconductor manufacturing, renewable energy)
• Industrial (pulp and paper manufacturing)

This role monitors and maintains Harder’s quality standards while complying with local and state regulations. This is a long‑term, direct‑hire position; the successful candidate will be assigned to an existing project with the potential for project opportunities beyond their originally assigned project. Candidates must be able to work locally at a job site in Phoenix, AZ or be willing to relocate there at their own expense.

Successful projects do not complete themselves. Our team of curious and passionate people build on Harder’s reputation every day through their actions.

We offer professional development opportunities, industry‑leading benefits, and the chance to work on projects that will change the built environment forever.

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• Monitor and maintain the quality standards set forth by Harder Mechanical Contractors and ensure that all standards are met, comply with local and state regulations, and continuously improve quality of work.
• Work closely with other field team members to set quality standards, make suggestions to improve production without hindering quality of work.
• Supervise other Quality Control staff as assigned.

• Supervise quality control inspectors, field team, and work to ensure all quality standards are met.
• Oversee operations and procedures to make sure there are no deviations from the quality requirements and standards.
• Track quality control statistics and complete necessary documentation.
• Inspect field work, and work with the Quality Control team to perform necessary tests and quality control assessments on‑site.
• Train Quality Control Professionals, lead meetings, and coordinate with the client and Project Management team.
• Understand the quality requirements of the client, Harder Mechanical Contractors, and specific local and state regulations.

• Demonstrated experience in AutoCAD, AutoCAD MEP, and 3D modeling software (Autodesk products preferred).
• Working knowledge of Autodesk Plant 3D software.
• Ability to communicate and work professionally with a broad spectrum of people including employees, craft, and clients.
• Knowledge of quality control legal standards and procedures.
• Organized and productive; strong time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks on an ongoing basis.
• Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  5+ years of experience with strong 3D piping knowledge.
• 2–5 years of management experience.
• Current or previous AWS CWI or LEV II certification.
• Previous experience with structural and piping scopes, as well as process piping detailing experience.

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits – 100% of employee premiums are paid by the company.
• Generous retirement package: 10% retirement contribution made by the company and a company match up to 2% of your annual salary.
• Profit sharing.
• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Harder University training and development, and other paid professional development opportunities.
• Team environment that promotes individual growth.
• This position is salaried.
• Harder reserves the right to perform a drug screening and background check; this offer may be contingent upon passing the screening and background check.

• No recruiters.
• No phone calls, please.
• Harder Mechanical Contractors is an equal‑opportunity employer.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local nondiscrimination laws.
• Harder’s hiring policy reflects and affirms its commitment to the principles of fair employment.
• Harder does not discriminate regarding the terms and conditions of employment based on any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local nondiscrimination laws.
• It is Harder’s policy to maintain a drug and alcohol‑free work environment.
• Employment offers are conditional upon successfully passing a drug and alcohol test, background checks, reference checks, and as required by law, documentation of authorization to work in the United States.