Site QA/QC Manager

Construction Quality Standards: Knowledge of international standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO/IEC 17025); Familiarity with ASME, ASTM, AWS, ACI, IEC, and project-specific specs, local codes and standards: KMK, ShNK, PUE, SNIP

QA/QC Documentation: ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans), Method of Statements, NCRs, RFI preparation, Quality dossiers, handover documents and final documentation

Inspection & Testing Techniques:

Civil: Rebar inspection, concrete mix & curing, compaction, foundations;

Electrical: Cable laying, terminations, insulation resistance, meggering;

Mechanical: Welding inspection, torquing, hydrotesting, NDT coordination

Solar: Pile driving, module alignment, string testing, IV curve tracing

Root Cause Analysis: Implementing corrective & preventive actions (CAPA)

Construction Codes and Regulations: Knowledge of local authority requirements, Familiarity with HSE procedures & integration with QA/QC

Project Management Tools: Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Document control systems

Laboratory Testing Coordination: Material sampling and testing (soil, concrete, aggregates, etc.), Coordination with accredited laboratories and understanding lab results

Calibration & Test Equipment: Monitoring calibration schedules and records, ensuring equipment used is certified and traceable

Welding and NDT (if applicable): Familiarity with WPS, PQR, WPQ, NDT techniques: VT, PT, MT, UT, RT

Communication & Reporting: Clear written and verbal communication with contractors, clients, and stakeholders, Preparing and presenting QA/QC dashboards and reports

Leadership & Team Coordination: Managing QA/QC inspectors and lab technicians, Coordinating with construction, HSE, and engineering teams

Risk Management: Identifying quality risks early and implementing mitigation plans

Client & Stakeholder Management: Handling client inspections and quality-related meetings, Ensuring client satisfaction in quality deliverables

Develop, review, and implement Project Quality Plans and Site-Specific QA/QC Procedures in line with ISO 9001.

Prepare and approve Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) for civil, electrical, mechanical, and commissioning works related to substation, OHTL, PV and BESS.

Supervise and coordinate inspections and tests in accordance with ITPs for:

Civil works (foundations, trenches, cable ducts, pile driving for PV structures)

Electrical works (transformers, GIS, AIS, circuit breakers, disconnectors, busbars)

PV modules and mounting structures, BESS units and PCS/inverter systems

Overhead lines (poles, towers, conductors, insulators, sagging and tensioning)

Identify and document non-conformities (NCRs), propose corrective/preventive actions, and verify implementation.

Track and manage site observations, punch lists, and closure of open quality issues.

Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) when recurring quality issues are identified.

Review and approve subcontractor and supplier QA/QC documentation.

Monitor subcontractor quality performance and compliance with project and regulatory standards.

Conduct audits of vendors/manufacturers (e.g., cable, modules, GIS panels, batteries).

Maintain comprehensive records of all inspections, tests, NCRs, and audit findings.

Prepare and submit weekly and monthly QA/QC reports to Project Management and Client.

Ensure As-Built documentation is compiled and submitted as per turnover requirements.

Interface with Client, Consultant, Third-Party Inspectors (TPI), and regulatory authorities for quality-related matters.

Coordinate with Construction, Commissioning, and HSE teams to align on quality expectations.

Facilitate QA/QC meetings, toolbox talks, and quality training sessions.

Required Qualifications and Skills. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering. QA/QC certifications (e.g., ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, ASQ CQA) preferred.