**QA/QC MANAGER
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- Quality Assurance & Quality Control | Piping Division
**Reports To:
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Senior Director of Capital Project Operations
**FLSA Status:
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Exempt – Salaried
**Department:
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Quality Assurance & Quality Control
**Travel Required:
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Up to 40% – Project sites, client facilities, fabrication shops
**Union Affiliation:
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Non-union management position; oversight of union craft workforce
**Revision Date:
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2026
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**POSITION SUMMARY
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The QA/QC Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing all quality assurance and quality control programs for a specialty piping contractor performing industrial and commercial work under collective bargaining agreements. This position ensures that all piping systems—including process, utility, steam, high-purity, and cryogenic—are fabricated, installed, inspected, and tested in full compliance with applicable codes, client specifications, and regulatory requirements. The QA/QC Manager serves as the company's primary quality authority and interfaces directly with clients, third-party inspectors, union stewards, and jurisdictional authorities.
**ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
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Quality Program Management
- Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the company Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with ASME, AWS, API, ANSI, and client-specific standards
- Author, revise, and distribute Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), Quality Control Plans (QCPs), Welding Procedure Specifications (WPSs), and Procedure Qualification Records (PQRs)
- Establish and manage document control systems, including NCR (Non-Conformance Report) tracking, corrective action workflows (CAR/PAR), and quality record retention
- Conduct internal audits and lead third-party or client audit preparations; respond to audit findings with corrective action plans
Welding & Fabrication Oversight
- Administer and maintain the company's welder and weld operator qualification program per ASME Section IX, AWS D1.1, D1.6, and applicable codes
- Review and approve WPS/PQR packages; coordinate third-party destructive and non-destructive testing labs
- Oversee all weld mapping, joint tracking, and heat treatment documentation for piping fabrication and installation
- Coordinate NDE activities including RT, UT, MT, PT, VT, and PMI; review and accept NDE reports
Field & Inspection Coordination
- Manage field QC Inspectors and coordinate with Owner's Inspector (OI), Owner's Authorized Inspector (AI), and Authorized Inspection Agency (AIA) representatives
- Conduct or oversee pipe system testing including hydrostatic, pneumatic, leak, and functional tests per code and project requirements
- Enforce material control procedures including material traceability, heat number verification, and positive material identification (PMI)
- Perform and document in-process and final inspections of pipe supports, hangers, flange assemblies, and specialty components
Regulatory Compliance & Code Authority
- Maintain current knowledge of applicable codes: ASME B31.1, B31.3, B31.9, B31.12; ASME Section I, VIII; OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and 1926
- Serve as the company's designated Code Authority for ASME pressure piping programs; interface with the Authorized Inspection Agency
- Ensure compliance with jurisdictional requirements for permits, hydrostatic tests, and code stamps where applicable
- Maintain awareness of union contract quality provisions and ensure consistent application across all crafts
Client & Stakeholder Relations
- Serve as the primary quality point of contact for clients, owner representatives, and regulatory agencies
- Participate in pre-construction meetings, design reviews, and constructability meetings to address quality requirements
- Review and respond to client RFIs, NCRs, and quality-related submittal requirements
- Prepare and present quality performance metrics, KPIs, and trend analyses to leadership and client teams
Team Leadership & Training
- Recruit, supervise, mentor, and evaluate field QC Inspectors and Quality Coordinators
- Develop and deliver craft and staff training programs on quality standards, inspection techniques, and code compliance
- Collaborate with union stewards and foremen to build a culture of quality at the craft level
- Partner with project managers and estimators to integrate quality requirements into project planning and scheduling
**QUALIFICATIONS
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Education
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical field preferred
- Associate's degree in a related field with commensurate experience will be considered
- High school diploma or GED with 12+ years of progressive quality management experience in industrial piping may substitute for degree
Experience
- Minimum 8 years of experience in quality assurance/quality control in industrial piping construction or fabrication
- Minimum 5 years in a supervisory or lead QC role on union construction projects
- Demonstrated experience administering ASME pressure piping programs (B31.1 and/or B31.3 required)
- Hands-on experience in a pipe fabrication shop environment strongly preferred
- Familiarity with union collective bargaining agreements and labor relations in a construction environment
Certifications (Required or Strongly Preferred)
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) – Required
- ASME Inspector qualification or equivalent – Strongly preferred
- ASNT Level II or III in RT, UT, MT, and/or PT – Preferred
- API 570 Piping Inspector Certification – Preferred
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction – Required (must obtain within 90 days if not current)
Technical Skills
- Thorough knowledge of ASME B31.1, B31.3, B31.9, ASME Section IX, AWS D1.1/D1.6, and applicable OSHA standards
- Proficiency in developing and managing QMS documentation, ITPs, WPS/PQR packages, and material traceability systems
- Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, or equivalent construction management and document control software
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, isometrics, and fabrication drawings
- Solid working knowledge of NDE methods and acceptance criteria
**WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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- Work is performed both in an office environment and on active construction sites, including industrial plants, refineries, power generation facilities, and commercial buildings
- Frequent exposure to outdoor elements, elevated structures, confined spaces, and industrial hazards—appropriate PPE required at all times on site
- Must be physically able to climb ladders and scaffolding, work at heights, navigate tight spaces, and stand/walk for extended periods
- Valid driver's license required; reliable transportation necessary for local site travel
- Must be able to pass client-required background checks, drug screens, and site access requirements, which may include DISA enrollment
You should be proficient in:
- Quality Inspection Experience
- Construction Management
- OSHA 10-Hour Certification (OSHA 10)
- Quality Control Experience
- Blueprint Reading
- ASME
- CWI
Machines & technologies you'll use:
- Quality Control Software
- Bluebeam
- Certified Welding Inspector
- ProCore
