QC Manager

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain Non-Conformance Report (NCR) registers, lead root-cause investigations, and manage corrective action implementation and close-out.
• Develop and administer punch list tracking systems from initial issuance through final project acceptance.
• Oversee quality control activities for fabricated piping and mechanical skids, modular process buildings, HVAC systems, electrical distribution assemblies, and structural supports.
• Cook non-destructive examination (NDE) activities, including RT, UT, MT, and PT, with certified third-party inspection firms; review and approve NDE reports.
• Manage weld documentation and traveler packages in accordance with ASME, AWS, and client-specific welding procedures (WPS/PQR).
• Conduct in-process, final dimensional, and visual inspections; witness hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing.
• Verify material traceability and documentation, including MTRs and certifications, from receipt through installation.
• Perform quality reviews of fabrication drawings, P&IDs, isometrics, equipment drawings, and single-line diagrams to ensure code compliance, constructability, and alignment with contract requirements.
• Cook drawing revisions and RFI processes between engineering, production, field teams, and clients.
• Maintain current revision-controlled drawings and documentation in both fabrication shops and field environments.
• Ensure weld maps, spool sheets, turnover packages, and as-built documentation are accurately maintained and archived.
• Provide QC oversight during module setting, mechanical completion, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Lead and participate in client and owner walkdowns, managing punch list development, assignment, tracking, and close-out.
• Interface with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), commissioning agents, third-party inspectors, and owner quality representatives.
• Conduct pre-shipment inspections to verify compliance with project quality requirements prior to release.
• Train shop and field personnel on quality procedures, inspection methods, documentation standards, and compliance requirements.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, ASME B31.3/B31.1, NFPA 70, AWS D1.1, and project-specific quality standards.
• Maintain welder qualification records and coordinate qualification and requalification testing as required.

Required Skills

• Proficient reading P&IDs, process piping isometrics, electrical single-lines, mechanical equipment drawings, and structural drawings.
• Solid understanding of ASME pressure piping codes (B31.1, B31.3), AWS D1.1 structural welding, and NFPA 70 electrical installation requirements.
• Experience with NDE methods, pressure testing protocols, and material traceability documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for punch list, NCR, and inspection tracking; experience with project management or QMS software a plus.
• Regular time in a fabrication shop environment; exposure to noise, welding, grinding, and fabrication equipment.
• Field travel to active construction sites; must be able to navigate elevated structures, scaffolding, and confined spaces with appropriate PPE.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; prolonged standing, walking, and inspection activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical Engineering-OR-
• Associate's degree with 8+ years of directly relevant QC/QA experience in lieu of degree.
• Minimum 7 years of QC experience in MEP fabrication, mechanical contracting, or industrial construction.
• Minimum 3 years in a QC leadership or supervisory role.

Required Certifications (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire)

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) - active certification preferred, and OSHA 30-Hour Construction.