Construction QA/QC Manager - Data Center

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Construction QA/QC Manager – Data Center

Position Summary

Company is seeking an experienced Construction QA/QC Manager to lead the Quality Assurance and Quality Control program for mission-critical data center construction projects. This position is responsible for ensuring all construction activities meet project specifications, owner requirements, industry standards, and safety regulations while leading a multidisciplinary QA/QC team throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the project QA/QC program from design through commissioning and project turnover.
• Develop and maintain Project Quality Plans (PQP), Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), quality procedures, and reporting standards.
• Ensure compliance with owner requirements, applicable codes, and industry standards.
• Establish quality metrics, monitor project performance, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead and mentor QA/QC inspectors and specialists across electrical, mechanical, civil, structural, and commissioning disciplines.
• Manage field inspections, quality audits, punch lists, and commissioning activities.
• Oversee Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), corrective actions, and quality documentation.
• Review Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), testing results, and equipment inspections.
• Coordinate closely with project management, commissioning teams, contractors, and owners.
• Serve as the primary QA/QC contact for clients, contractors, and third-party inspection agencies.
• Manage project turnover documentation, inspection reports, test records, warranties, and closeout packages.
• Identify quality risks and develop mitigation and recovery plans.
• Assist with vendor qualification and subcontractor quality performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• OSHA 30 Certification required.
• 10+ years of QA/QC experience in construction.
• Minimum 5 years supporting data center, mission-critical, or large industrial/commercial construction projects.
• Minimum 3 years leading QA/QC teams.
• Experience developing and managing project QA/QC programs.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems including switchgear, generators, UPS systems, transformers, PDUs, chilled water systems, and HVAC equipment.
• Familiarity with Uptime Institute Tier III/IV facilities and redundancy concepts (N+1, 2N, etc.).
• Knowledge of industry standards including IEEE, NEC, NFPA, NETA, ASHRAE, SMACNA, NEBB, AABC, and ASME.
• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, Cx Alloy, Aconex, and Microsoft Office preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Certifications

• USACE CQM-C
• ASQ CMQ/OE
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
• Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP)
• PMP
• LEED AP

Work Environment

• Initial assignment near Dallas, TX with daily onsite attendance.
• Up to 100% travel to project sites as assigned.
• Work performed in active construction and industrial environments.
• Ability to support night and weekend testing activities when required.
• Extended hours may be required during critical project milestones.