Staff Consultant QA/QC

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Staff Consultant (QA/QC)
Company: Celerity
Location:  Hybrid (3 days/week in Oakland, CA)
Job Type: Full-Time - Hourly

About Celerity:
Celerity is an agile risk optimization company that empowers public utility organizations by converting complex data into clear, actionable intelligence to mitigate risk, optimize assets, and maximize project results. Blending extensive client experience with deep vendor-side acumen, Celerity energy engineers orchestrate precision data analysis, strategic consulting, and project management services to solve complex energy challenges through acute listening, proactive thinking, and relentless grit. Learn more at consultcelerity.com

Position Summary
The Staff Consultant (QA/QC) plays a critical role in ensuring the quality, completeness, and readiness of utility program deliverables. This individual serves as a central coordinator between project teams, internal stakeholders, and client legal/compliance groups—supporting audit activities, validating documentation, and maintaining strong QA/QC controls across all workstreams.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in detail-driven environments and enjoys working at the intersection of data validation, compliance, and project execution within regulated utility programs. Key Responsibilities
QA/QC & Audit Coordination

• Serve as a primary liaison between project teams and client legal/compliance groups to support audits and regulatory reviews
• Coordinate audit requests, organize supporting documentation, and track deliverables through completion
• Ensure all project outputs meet QA/QC standards, regulatory requirements, and client expectations
• Maintain audit trails, documentation repositories, and traceability of all deliverables
• Conduct pre- and post-submission reviews to confirm accuracy, completeness, and compliance

Data Validation & Documentation Review

• Validate, reconcile, and verify utility data, engineering records, and project documentation
• Review job packages, engineering drawings, and asset records (overhead and underground systems)
• Confirm alignment between field conditions, system of record (GIS/SAP), and supporting documentation
• Identify discrepancies, data gaps, and compliance risks, and escalate as needed

Project Execution & Support

• Support Project Managers in delivering high-quality, compliant project outputs
• Develop and apply QA/QC frameworks, checklists, and structured review processes
• Track project progress using logs, audit trackers, and reporting tools
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to project planning and execution

Monitoring, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Perform quality control inspections and sampling of project outputs
• Analyze trends in audit findings and recommend process improvements
• Enhance QA/QC templates, tools, and training materials
• Document best practices and lessons learned to improve delivery consistency

Data Analysis & Systems Use

• Perform data analysis, calculations, and consistency checks using Excel and related tools
• Conduct data searches and validation using systems such as GIS, SAP, and document repositories
• Prepare clear, client-ready reports summarizing findings and insights

Qualifications
Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Data/Information Management, journalism or related field
• 1+ year of experience in QA/QC, audit support, compliance, data validation, or related work
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and documentation quality
• Experience working with structured review processes, checklists, or control frameworks
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Preferred

• Experience in the utility, energy, or infrastructure industry
• Familiarity with regulatory or compliance-driven programs (e.g., CPUC, FERC, or internal audit environments)
• Experience working with GIS, SAP, or similar enterprise systems
• Background in engineering documentation, records management, or audit coordination
• Strong proofreading/editing skills for technical and compliance documentation

Core Competencies

• Attention to Detail & Quality Focus
• Analytical Thinking
• Communication & Stakeholder Coordination
• Adaptability
• Teamwork
• Continuous Improvement

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods
• Ability to lift/move up to 40 lbs (document handling as needed)
• Ability to travel locally to client sites as required

The salary range for this position is provided in good faith and is subject to variation based on geographic location, candidate experience, and market conditions. Final compensation will be determined after a comprehensive evaluation of the candidate’s qualifications and alignment with the role.

In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws—including but not limited to those in California, Colorado, New York, Washington, and other jurisdictions—we disclose salary ranges to promote equity and transparency. Where required by law, compensation and benefits information will be included in job postings or made available upon request.

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities and standards of the position but is not exhaustive. Employees may be asked to perform additional duties that are reasonably related to their role and consistent with company policies and applicable labor laws.

Employee welfare and development is important to us, and we sponsor many activities outside of work to promote team building as well as sponsor formal training and certification. We are proud to offer a comprehensive health and welfare benefit package that includes:
HEALTH & WELL-BEING

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance

PEACE OF MIND

• Disability Insurance (STD/LTD)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Basic Life/AD&D
• 401(k) plan

WORK/LIFE BALANCE

• Paid Time Off
• Company Holidays
• Leave of Absence
• Remote work and Flexible Work Schedules (for qualified positions)

ADDITIONAL PERKS

• Employee Referral Program
• Professional Development
• Charitable Contribution Match

Based in Walnut Creek, CA with offices nationwide, Celerity energy engineers perform a critical, leadership role as strategic liaisons between data, assets and the teams that make projects happen in the field.
See full details and meet our leadership team on our website:

Celerity is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veterans’ status or other status protected by applicable law.
Pursuant to the Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

This position is open to individuals who are currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

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