QA/QC Manager - Data Center Construction

Description

You will lead quality control programs on complex, mission-critical construction projects, with the main focus on civil, structural and architectural scopes.

The role keeps work up to strict quality standards and client expectations. You will work with internal staff, contractors and vendors to set up structured quality processes, improve them over time, and keep work compliant from construction through commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Act as the client's representative in the general contractor's QA/QC Manager role on a data center project.
• Run the planning phase of the Quality Control Program at project kickoff, aligning expectations with Site Operations.
• Write site-specific QC programs for large, complex projects and send final drafts to the Senior QC Manager for approval.
• Hold daily QC huddles with the QCS teams to review the day's work, tackle problems and reinforce quality expectations.
• Coach, supervise and train QC Associates and designated Site Operations staff so standards are applied consistently on every project.
• Build meeting agendas and inspection templates for each Field of Work.
• Help Site Operations carry out the four-step QC Program (planning, preparatory, initial and inspections) for every Field of Work.
• Attend preparatory and initial phase meetings and give feedback to improve team efficiency and performance.
• Collect performance data from QC Associates and Site Operations QC Representatives, find root causes and recommend preventive solutions.
• Send monthly QC performance reports to the Senior QC Manager covering trends, issues and improvement opportunities.
• Track and manage all QC records, including third-party inspections and test reports, keeping them complete and compliant.
• Make sure all CSA and MEP QC documentation for the three phases of control is finished and uploaded to Procore or another client-specified platform such as CxAlloy.
• Review commissioning documents and deliverables with MEP Managers and Superintendents for accuracy and completeness.
• Send weekly QC status reports to the Senior QC Manager with progress updates and key observations or issues.
• Attend internal progress meetings and client meetings to report on QC activity and take feedback on the program.
• Build safe work practices into the QC program across all project phases.
• Oversee subcontractor participation in the QCP and check adherence to the three phases of control and documentation standards.
• Audit daily reports, deficiency logs, inspection logs and other quality documents against program requirements.
• Serve as the main contact for client representatives on all QC matters, giving updates and addressing concerns.
• Work with project teams to support milestone delivery and meet quality expectations at each stage.
• Manage several projects at once, adapting QC strategies to different scopes and schedules.
• Maintain tracking logs and reports for project deliverables, deficiencies and corrective actions.
• Sit in on candidate interviews for the QCS Group and present the QCP in client interviews when senior leadership asks.
• Complete QC tasks assigned by the Senior Manager, Quality Control and support wider departmental initiatives.
• Train team members on QC tools, processes and best practices.

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science in Construction Management or a similar field, or equivalent experience.
• Solid background in civil and structural construction QA/QC.
• Experience on data center or mission-critical construction.
• Experience with QA/QC processes on construction or MEP-focused projects.
• Familiarity with Procore and CxAlloy.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage documentation and inspection workflows.
• Willingness to work onsite full-time.

Conditions

Pay range: $130,000 - $200,000 USD.

Full-time, onsite role.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Life, accident and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with a 4% employer match when you contribute at least 5%.
• 15 days of paid time off and 8 paid national holidays.
• Reimbursement for professional licenses and certifications.