Senior Site Quality Manager

Location: On-site at a major capital power plant project (location to be determined). Full-time, exempt position.

About the Role

The Senior Site Quality Manager provides executive-level quality leadership for major capital construction, outage, or retrofit projects within a utility power plant. Reporting to Regional Site Quality leadership, you will serve as the on-site authority for Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC), ensuring compliance with ASME, NBIC, AWS, and client specifications. This role involves leading a team of inspectors and quality engineers, managing relationships with plant owners and Authorized Inspectors (AIs), and overseeing all mechanical, structural, and piping installations.

Responsibilities

• Capital Project Quality Governance
  • Establish, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Plan (PQP) tailored to site-specific power generation project scope.
  • Serve as the on-site subject matter expert for ASME (S, U, R stamps), NBIC, AWS, and API code requirements.
  • Direct the preparation, review, and final assembly of complete Project Turnover Packages (TOP), Data Reports, and Quality Records for plant handover.
• Site Inspections & NDE Management
  • Oversee all site Nondestructive Examination (NDE/NDT) operations (RT, UT, MT, PT), managing third-party testing agencies and verifying inspector certifications.
  • Drive weld quality oversight, including weld tracking, defect analysis, rejection rate monitoring, and corrective action plans.
  • Perform and sign off on critical customer hold points, receiving inspections, hydro-tests, and final line walkdowns.
• Subcontractor & Supplier Quality Oversight
  • Conduct receiving inspections and audits of major equipment, fabricated spools, and supplier components entering the site.
  • Monitor subcontractor QA/QC programs to ensure alignment with Enerfab standards and project specifications.
• Audits, Non-Conformance & Continuous Improvement
  • Manage the site Non-Conformance Report (NCR) and Corrective Action Request (CAR) processes, investigating root causes and preventing recurrent issues.
  • Act as the primary interface for Authorized Inspectors (AIs), third-party auditing bodies, and client quality representatives.
  • Deliver real-time quality performance metrics, defect trends, and audit summaries to leadership and the project executive team.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship
  • Manage, schedule, and evaluate site Quality Engineers, Inspectors, and turnover specialists.
  • Educate field personnel and supervision on quality procedures, code requirements, and craft execution standards.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Materials), Construction Management, or a related technical discipline. Equivalent hands-on experience in high-energy piping and power generation may be considered.
• Experience: 10+ years of progressive quality management experience in heavy industrial construction, with at least 5+ years managing QA/QC on major capital power plant sites (e.g., fossil, combined cycle, nuclear, or renewables).
• Certifications (Highly Preferred):
  • AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or Senior CWI (SCWI)
  • ASQ Certified Quality Manager (CQM) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
  • ASNT NDT Level II or III certifications (or working knowledge)
• Code Expertise: Deep functional knowledge of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (Sections I, VIII, IX), ASME B31.1 / B31.3 power piping, and NBIC repairs/alterations.
• Leadership: Proven track record leading QA/QC teams on major capital projects exceeding $100M+ in scope.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• 100% site-based at an active power generation construction site, requiring work near high-pressure steam lines, heavy rigging, and active industrial machinery.
• Frequent exposure to outdoor weather, high-decibel areas, confined spaces, and elevated work platforms requiring full fall protection PPE.
• Physical ability to navigate industrial jobsites, climb ladders/scaffolding, traverse uneven terrain, and lift up to 50 lbs during site audits.

Pay

Salary Range: $180,000 - $225,000