QA/QC Manager (Owner's Representative) - Data Center Construction

KALCON is seeking an experienced QAQC Manager with 5-10+ years of construction experience and a strong background leading quality assurance programs on complex construction projects, preferably within mission critical or data center environments. As an Owner's Representative, this individual will oversee project quality processes, lead inspections and audits, manage punch list activities, coordinate with contractors and stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality assurance programs across one or more construction projects
• Train and manage project-specific quality personnel
• Provide quality training to internal teams, trade partners, and vendors
• Monitor and recommend continuous improvement opportunities
• Communicate project updates to the Development Quality Team bi-weekly
• Lead or participate in project quality meetings
• Monitor inspection and testing requirements and results
• Conduct weekly jobsite walks with the General Contractor
• Review Quality Observation Reports and ensure corrective actions are taken
• Communicate and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Lead or participate in root cause analyses for nonconformance issues
• Collaborate with MEP teams during commissioning to identify improvement opportunities
• Participate in vendor/supplier factory tests, inspections, and audits
• Serve as liaison with key stakeholders and represent quality interests in OAC meetings
• Manage the Punch List Process with onsite team and perform weekly (or bi-weekly) status meetings with subs to resolve open items
• Physically confirm that all punch list items are corrected on the field
• Perform site walkthroughs at least 2 times a day and add any QC observations in the Cx Alloy issues tool
• Promote a culture of integrity and open communication
• Actively contribute to internal quality improvement initiatives

Requirements

• 5-10+ years of construction experience
• 5+ years of quality-related management experience, including plan development, training, implementation, and continuous improvement
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly PowerPoint and Excel
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Knowledgeable of departmental processes & policies, and applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations
• Exercise considerable judgment and initiative, manage time effectively, and interact positively with staff and contractors

Qualifications

• Experience with Procore and PowerBI
• Certifications from the American Society for Quality (ASQ) such as CMQ/OE, CQIA, CQPA, CQE, and/or CQA
• Experience delivering mission-critical data center facilities
• Familiarity with MEP trades
• Engineering Degree or Related Experience

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% KALCON match when an employee contributes at least 5%
• 15 days of paid time off
• 8 paid National Holidays
• Reimbursement for professional licenses and certifications

Pay

$130,000 USD - $200,000 USD