Quality Assurance Manager
Listed on 2026-10-30
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers
Respons Able is seeking a Electrical Utility Substation QA/QC professional with strong knowledge in substation construction. Candidates must be experienced in understanding & reading IFC Drawings, performing field QC Inspections to ensure foundations, equipment, etc. are installed according to IFC Drawing Details and Specifications, and completing QC documentation.
Compensation:
Hourly Rate: $53-$55/hr.
Per Diem: $178/day or GSA Rate
Schedule: 50-60 hours a week (depending on project needs)
Key Responsibilities:
Quality Assurance & Quality Control
Implement and maintain the project’s Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with approved procedures, drawings, and specifications. Aligned with industry QA/QC expectations for high voltage substation projects
Conduct inspections on foundations, grounding, steel erection, cable installation, terminations, control wiring, and equipment placement.
Verify installation tolerances, torque values, conductor routing, and equipment alignment.
Review and approve ITPs, checklists, test reports, and redlines.
Maintain detailed documentation for all QA/QC activities, including NCRs, corrective actions, and as‑built records.
Field Oversight & Compliance:
Monitor daily construction activities to ensure adherence to utility standards, NESC, NEC, and project‑specific requirements.
Coordinate with construction managers, foremen, and subcontractors to resolve quality issues.
Support commissioning teams with functional testing, relay checks, and energization readiness.
Ensure all materials and equipment meet approved submittals and manufacturer specifications.
Safety & Regulatory Alignment
Uphold OSHA, electrical utility, and company safety standards during all QA/QC activities.
Participate in JHAs, hazard identification, and safe‑work planning.
Ensure compliance with environmental, federal, and state regulations applicable to substation construction.
Documentation & Reporting:
Maintain accurate daily logs, inspection reports, punch lists, and quality records.
Track and verify completion of corrective actions.
Provide QA/QC updates during project meetings and support turnover package development.
Qualifications:
3–10+ years of QA/QC experience in substation, transmission, or heavy electrical construction.
S
trong understanding of high‑voltage equipment, grounding systems, control wiring, and commissioning processes.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications.
Experience with utility standards (e.g., Duke, Entergy, Oncor, PG&E) preferred.
Certifications:
OSHA 30, NESC/NEC familiarity, CPR/First Aid; additional utility or EPC QA/QC credentials a plus.
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