Lead Quality Assurance/Quality Control Specialist 2 - Construction Management

Sargent & Lundy

The Role

Overview

Ensure construction QA/QC for heavy industrial power plant projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • audit reporting
  • quality monitoring
  • document control
  • material oversight
  • client interface
  • safety protocols

Tasks

-Pre-Planning Support: Assist contractors in pre-planning their quality control processes and activities to foster a culture of quality from the outset of construction. -Enforce safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment, prioritizing employee well-being and compliance with industry regulations. -Material & Equipment Oversight: Monitor the proper storage and maintenance of materials and equipment to be incorporated into the project, ensuring they meet quality standards prior to installation. -Provide interface between contractors/subcontractors and client. -Provide technical leadership, support, and guidance to plant operators, maintenance teams, and other stakeholders, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning. -Contractor Audits: Conduct regular audits of contractor activities to verify conformity with design documents and project specifications. Provide constructive feedback and recommendations for improvement as necessary. -Maintain comprehensive records of all quality activities, inspections, equipment condition, and performance metrics for compliance, reporting, and continuous improvement purposes. -Audit Reporting: Compile and report quality audit results and performance metrics to project management and stakeholders, highlighting areas of concern and recommending corrective actions where necessary. -Quality Monitoring: Provide oversight of construction activities, ensuring adherence to quality standards for but not limited to soils compaction, concrete placement, structural steel bolt-up, rotating equipment alignment, and electrical cable testing. -Document Control: Ensure that contractors are utilizing the latest revisions of design documents, maintaining accurate records of changes and updates throughout the project lifecycle. -Non-Conformance Management: Track and follow up on non-conformance reports, ensuring that corrective actions are taken and documented in a timely manner. -Quality Assurance Management: Review and oversee the Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) program for all project phases, ensuring compliance with contract specifications, design documents, and applicable codes and standards. -Construction Testing Reviews: Review and evaluate construction test reports and compliance documentation, including welding, concrete tests, non-destructive examination (NDE) tests, welding procedures, and welder qualifications to ensure adherence to quality standards. -Inspection Observations: Document test and inspection observations accurately, including any deviations or non-conformances identified during the inspection process. -Documentation of Quality Records: Ensure that all quality records and "as-built" documentation are properly maintained, documented, and easily accessible. -Performance Statistics: Regularly summarize and report on QA/QC performance statistics for the project to management and stakeholders, identifying trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.

Requirements

  • bachelor's
  • asme
  • asnt ii
  • nccer
  • 10+ years
  • aws-cri

What You Bring

-Bachelor’s degree in Quality Assurance/Quality Control or equivalent industry experience. -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead, inspire, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. -Familiar with National Boiler Vessel or repair alterations. -ASME code welding. -ASNT Level II VT. -Familiarity with industry regulations, standards, and best practices related to power plant construction, operations, maintenance, and safety. -FSA & HSA -NCCER welding/pipefitter. -Minimum of 10 years of experience in quality assurance, operations, and maintenance within the power generation industry, with a proven track record of successful projects. -Willingness to travel and work in various locations across the United States as required. -AWS-CRI (Certified Radiographer Interpreter). -AWS-SCWI (Welding Inspector).

Benefits

-Employee Assistance Program (EAP) -Paid Vacation -Life & Accident Insurance -Pre-Tax Commuter Account -Paid Parental Leave -First Professional Licensure Bonus -Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision -Back-Up Daycare -Flexible Work Arrangements -Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST) -Merit Scholarship Program -Paid Holidays -Paid Bereavement Leave -Employee Discount Program -Corporate Charitable Giving Program -Tuition Assistance -Employee Referral Bonus -Disability Coverage

The Company

About Sargent & Lundy

-The company specializes in providing innovative solutions across the energy and industrial sectors. -With a rich legacy, Sargent & Lundy has delivered high-impact projects for utilities, government entities, and large industrial clients. -Notable projects include power plants, renewable energy installations, and water treatment facilities. -The firm is recognized for its expertise in energy transition solutions, especially in nuclear, solar, and wind sectors. -Their global reach includes both large-scale infrastructure projects and localized service offerings tailored to specific industries. -Sargent & Lundy thrives on providing full-service capabilities, from design and planning to construction and operations. -The company’s engineering prowess is often highlighted by its deep involvement in complex energy systems and environmental solutions.

Sector Specialisms

Nuclear Power

Grid

Decarbonization

Renewable Energy

Conventional Power

Environmental

Oil & Gas

Consulting & Planning

Government Services

Power Industry

Energy

Industrial

Hazardous Waste

National Security