QA QC Engineer

Job Purpose

The purpose of a QA/QC Engineer is to ensure that construction projects meet quality standards and regulatory requirements by developing and implementing quality plans, conducting inspections, managing documentation, and collaborating with teams to uphold compliance and continuous improvement in project execution.

Roles & Responsibilities

Key Responsibility Areas

1. Quality Planning and Compliance:

• Assist in developing standard operating procedures and processes to achieve the highest levels of quality in delivering completed construction projects.
• Contribute to the creation and implementation of project-specific Quality Management Plans.
• Act as a resource for field operations regarding compliance with Federal, State, and local regulatory requirements, including ADA, ASHE, NFPA, UL, ASTM, and FBC.

2. Quality Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Conduct random site evaluations, including follow-up evaluations to ensure deficiencies are corrected.
• Develop and monitor Quality metrics to enable teams to review execution trends and collaborate with operations to address any identified issues.
• Stay informed about trends and best practices in Quality by participating in relevant organizations and forums, sharing updates with the company.

3. Training and Knowledge Sharing:

• Assist in developing and updating a comprehensive training curriculum for field operations, Quality Department staff, and subcontractors.
• Create mechanisms for sharing best practices and lessons learned across project teams and quality personnel.
• Represent the organization with owners, architects, consultants, government authorities, vendors, and subcontractors, ensuring effective knowledge exchange.

4. Relationship Management and Best Practices:

• Build effective working relationships with clients, trade partners, and project team members to ensure quality expectations are met.
• Provide insights and guidance on quality execution, fostering collaboration among internal and external stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of continual improvement by addressing quality trends and evolving standards.

Objectives & Key Performance Indicators

1. Percentage of site evaluations and follow-ups completed without recurring deficiencies.

2. Number of non-compliance issues identified and resolved within regulatory standards (ADA, ASHE, NFPA, UL, ASTM, FBC).

3. Percentage of field operations and subcontractors trained, with post-training assessments showing improvement in quality performance.

4. Average time taken to address and close identified quality issues or non-conformances (NCRs)

Key Contacts

Key Internal Stakeholders

Key External Stakeholders

1. Executive Management

2. Design and Engineering Teams

3. Finance, HR & IT

1. Clients

2. Suppliers and Vendors

3. Architects

4. Contractors

Job Qualifications and Requirements

Knowledge and Experience

1. 2-5 years of experience in QA/QC roles within construction, infrastructure, or related industries.

2. Strong understanding of construction means and methods, as well as national and state code and quality regulations/standards.

3. Experience managing subcontractor performance to ensure adherence to high-quality standards.

Education and Certifications

1. Diploma/B-Tech in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil Engineering from a well-recognized institution.

2. Certifications in QA/QC standards (e.g., ISO 9001) or construction safety regulations are preferred

Technical Skills

1. Proficiency in using construction industry software and tools for quality management.

2. Strong attention to detail with the ability to create and manage quality documentation, including plans, manuals, and reports.

3. Effective communication and organizational skills to manage multiple quality-related tasks simultaneously.

Behavioural Traits/Competencies

1. Accountability & Ownership

2. Collaboration & Teamwork

3. Customer Centricity

4. Problem Solving & Decision Making