Quality Control Manager- Mechanical Construction

QA/QC Manager

The QA/QC Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, and managing all Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) activities for Grunau's HVAC scope on a large project. This position ensures that all mechanical systems are installed in accordance with contract documents, engineering requirements, manufacturer recommendations, customer quality standards, applicable codes, and Grunau's quality expectations.

The QA/QC Manager serves as the project's quality leader by working proactively with engineering, BIM, fabrication, project management, field supervision, commissioning teams, and trade partners to prevent deficiencies before installation. The goal is to deliver a "first-time quality" project that minimizes rework, supports successful commissioning, and exceeds client expectations.

Primary Responsibilities

Quality Leadership

• Lead all QA/QC activities for Grunau's HVAC scope on the customer project.
• Develop and implement the Project Quality Management Plan.
• Establish project-specific quality standards and inspection procedures.
• Promote a culture of "Build It Right the First Time."
• Serve as the primary quality liaison between Grunau, General Contractor, Customer, commissioning agents, and design professionals.

Quality Assurance (Planning & Prevention)

• Review contract documents, specifications, drawings, and owner requirements.
• Participate in design reviews and constructability reviews.
• Coordinate with engineering to resolve design conflicts before construction.
• Verify shop drawings and submittals comply with project requirements.
• Develop Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) for all major scopes of work.
• Ensure quality requirements are incorporated into preconstruction planning.

Quality Control (Field Verification)

Perform inspections of:

• Aboveground piping
• Ductwork installation
• Equipment installation
• Supports
• Welding and brazing
• Pressure testing
• Hydronic systems
• HVAC controls installation
• Air distribution systems
• Mechanical room installation
• Equipment startup readiness
• System labeling and identification
• Final finishes and workmanship

Ensure all installations comply with:

• Approved shop drawings
• Contract documents
• Manufacturer installation requirements
• Applicable codes
• Customer quality standards
• Grunau installation standards

Inspection & Testing

• Develop and maintain inspection schedules.
• Coordinate hold points and witness inspections.
• Verify completion of required testing.
• Review pressure test documentation.
• Coordinate TAB (Testing, Adjusting & Balancing) readiness.
• Coordinate commissioning readiness.
• Verify systems are complete prior to owner inspections.

Deficiency Management

• Maintain project punch lists.
• Track quality deficiencies.
• Assign corrective actions.
• Verify completion of corrective work.
• Ensure deficiencies are closed before project milestones.
• Identify recurring issues and implement preventive measures.

Documentation Management

Maintain complete quality documentation including:

• Inspection reports
• Quality audits
• Deficiency logs
• NCR (Non-Conformance Reports)
• Corrective Action Reports
• Test reports
• Pressure test documentation
• Equipment startup documentation
• Commissioning checklists
• As-built verification records
• Turnover documentation

Coordination

Work closely with:

• Engineering
• BIM/VDC
• Fabrication
• Project Management
• Field Superintendents
• Foremen
• Safety Department
• Commissioning Team
• TAB Contractors
• General Contractor
• Customer Quality Team
• Design Engineers

Prefabrication Quality

• Review prefabricated assemblies before shipment.
• Verify fabrication complies with approved drawings.
• Inspect weld quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Ensure labeling and identification meet project standards.
• Coordinate fabrication improvements with shop leadership.

Commissioning Support

• Coordinate with commissioning agents.
• Verify systems are complete prior to startup.
• Confirm equipment is installed per manufacturer requirements.
• Support functional performance testing.
• Resolve quality issues identified during commissioning.
• Assist with owner demonstrations and turnover.

Continuous Improvement

• Analyze quality trends.
• Develop lessons learned throughout the project.
• Recommend improvements to installation methods.
• Improve inspection procedures.
• Share best practices across Grunau projects.

Leadership Expectations

The QA/QC Manager is expected to:

• Lead by example.
• Promote accountability without creating an adversarial environment.
• Build collaborative relationships with field personnel.
• Be highly visible in the field.
• Coach teams on quality expectations.
• Encourage proactive problem-solving.
• Foster continuous improvement.
• Maintain professionalism with owners, inspectors, and trade partners.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of mechanical construction experience.
• Minimum 5 years in a QA/QC leadership role.
• Extensive knowledge of commercial and industrial HVAC systems.
• Experience with large pharmaceutical, industrial, healthcare, or mission-critical projects preferred.
• Strong understanding of:
• HVAC systems
• Hydronic piping
• Sheet metal systems
• Welding and brazing standards
• Pressure testing
• Commissioning
• TAB procedures
• Ability to read and interpret contract documents, specifications, P&IDs, and shop drawings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Procore, BIM 360, and quality management software.

Preferred Certifications

• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
• Certified Construction Quality Manager (CCQM)
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction
• Welding Inspection certifications (preferred)
• Mechanical commissioning experience
• LEED accreditation (preferred)

Key Competencies

• Quality management.
• Attention to detail.
• Mechanical systems expertise.
• Inspection and testing.
• Root cause analysis.
• Problem-solving.
• Organization.
• Communication.
• Leadership.