QA/QC Manager

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced QA/QC Manager to help shape, strengthen, and continuously improve quality assurance and quality control programs across large-scale data center construction projects. In this role, you will serve as a key quality champion, partnering with design, construction, commissioning, operations, contractors, and vendors to ensure every system is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard. You will have the opportunity to lead quality initiatives, influence project outcomes, mentor QA/QC personnel, and help establish best-in-class processes for mission-critical infrastructure.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• Strong mechanical and electrical QA expertise
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners
• QA/QC commissioning experience
• Experience working across CSLA disciplines
• Exposure to contractor and vendor management
• Experience supporting Design-Build project delivery environments

Ideal Candidate

• A self-motivated professional who takes ownership of quality outcomes
• Comfortable leading difficult conversations and resolving project misalignments
• Results-oriented with a strong focus on continuous improvement
• Experienced in leading, mentoring, and coaching teams
• Passionate about driving quality culture and operational excellence

Key Responsibilities

Quality Program Leadership

• Develop and track quality program metrics to measure project performance and identify opportunities for improvement
• Analyze trends, determine root causes of quality concerns, and drive corrective actions with stakeholders
• Support the development and growth of on-site construction QA/QC teams
• Help establish and enhance QA/QC processes, standards, and communication strategies that improve project efficiency and effectiveness

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as a key liaison between design, construction, facility operations, and general contractors
• Coordinate and resolve quality-related matters across multiple project teams
• Deliver training programs that increase quality awareness and reinforce QA/QC procedures and responsibilities

Auditing & Quality Compliance

• Conduct audits of QA/QC activities performed by project teams and subcontractors to verify compliance with established procedures
• Review project submittals, particularly MEP documentation, to ensure quality, completeness, and compliance
• Perform quality engineering reviews of design documentation, vendor quality manuals, and company quality records
• Review and approve quality documentation including:
  • Construction Quality Procedures (CQPs)
  • Inspection checklists
  • Test procedures
  • Technical deliverables
  • Product and process quality documents

Commissioning & Startup Support

• Review Level 4 and Level 5 commissioning scripts and provide technical feedback
• Assist construction management teams with turnover documentation reviews to ensure completeness and accuracy
• Support review of Level 3, Level 4, and Level 5 startup, energization, and commissioning schedules
• Help drive closure of quality issues and punch-list items within BIM360, escalating unresolved concerns as needed

Equipment & Site Quality Oversight

• Participate in Factory Witness Tests (FWTs) for OFCI and CFCI systems and equipment
• Perform site quality inspections and observations for installed equipment and systems
• Document inspection results and findings within BIM360
• Confirm testing documentation is properly completed and maintained
• Review installed labeling, signage, and system tagging for compliance

Program Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Assist in developing QA/QC dashboards, equipment tracking tools, and executive-level quality presentations
• Participate in critical project meetings, including:
  • Weekly project meetings
  • Global QA/QC meetings
  • MEP/OAC meetings
  • Daily startup and commissioning meetings

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience leading or supporting QA/QC programs within data center or mission-critical construction environments
• Experience supporting both Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build project delivery methods
• Working knowledge of:
  • Civil/Structural systems
  • Building Envelope systems
  • Mechanical systems
  • Electrical systems
  • Instrumentation & Controls (I&C)
• Experience managing QA/QC and commissioning programs
• Experience coordinating contractors, consultants, and vendors
• Strong understanding of mission-critical power and cooling infrastructure
• Experience utilizing construction quality management tools and platforms

Preferred Experience

• Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering degree highly preferred
• Direct experience working on data center construction projects
• Strong understanding of MEP systems and commissioning processes
• Demonstrated success developing, implementing, and improving QA/QC programs

Top 3 Must-Have Qualifications

• MEP Experience
• Data Center Construction Background
• Experience Leading and Developing QA/QC Programs

Important Note

This is not a Project Manager or Construction Manager position. Successful candidates will have demonstrated ownership of:

• QA/QC inspections and audits
• Construction quality program execution
• Commissioning integration
• Quality issue resolution
• Continuous quality improvement initiatives

Candidates whose backgrounds are primarily focused on project coordination, facilities operations, maintenance, or reliability engineering will only be considered if they possess direct construction QA/QC and commissioning experience.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $80.00 – $90.00/hr. Individual compensation offered within this range will depend on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule

This is a fully onsite position in El Paso, TX.