Lead Pipe & Mechanical Quality Assurance/Quality Control Specialist 2 - Construction Management

This position involves various field assignments in Georgia, United States, with per diem offered for those who qualify. The Pipe & Mechanical Quality Specialist joins the Engineer’s Construction Management Team for heavy industrial construction projects, ensuring construction contractors adhere to high quality standards through all project phases — field engineering, construction execution, startup, and warranty. The role requires a strong background in quality assurance and control in heavy industrial settings, specifically within the power generation sector.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Conduct regular audits of contractor activities to verify conformity with design documents and project specifications; provide constructive feedback and recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure contractors utilize the latest revisions of design documents, maintain accurate records of changes and updates throughout the project lifecycle, and verify installed progress and work product align with drawings, specifications, and contractual requirements.
• Highlight variances or changes in work placement; track work progress and key activity development in daily reports.
• Support partners and project stakeholders in communicating early and often when problems arise, and finding creative solutions to project challenges.
• Monitor proper storage and maintenance of materials and equipment to be incorporated into the project, ensuring they meet quality standards prior to installation.
• Review and evaluate construction test reports and compliance documentation, including welding, concrete tests, non-destructive examination (NDE) tests, welding procedures, and welder qualifications.
• Provide oversight of construction activities for quality standards including soils compaction, concrete placement, structural steel bolt-up, rotating equipment alignment, and electrical cable testing.
• Ensure all quality records and “as-built” documentation are properly maintained, documented, and easily accessible.
• Compile and report quality audit results and performance metrics to project management and stakeholders, highlighting areas of concern and recommending corrective actions.
• Assist contractors in pre-planning their quality control processes and activities to foster a culture of quality from the outset of construction.
• Document test and inspection observations accurately, including any deviations or non-conformances identified during inspection.
• Track and follow up on non-conformance reports, ensuring corrective actions are taken and documented in a timely manner.
• 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.
• Provide technical leadership, support, and guidance to plant operators, maintenance teams, and other stakeholders, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in mechanical quality assurance, operations, and maintenance within the power generation industry, with a proven track record of successful projects.
• Familiarity with industry regulations, codes & standards, and best practices related to power plant construction, operations, maintenance, and safety.
• ASME code welding knowledge.
• Familiarity with National Boiler Vessel or repair alterations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead, inspire, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel and work in various locations across the United States as required.
• U.S. work authorization required (no sponsorship offered for this position).

Benefits

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Pay

Compensation Range: $134,546 – $205,557 (base salary; eligible positions may also participate in a yearly discretionary bonus).