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QC Manager-MEP Fabrication and Construction
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What they do
A Quality Control Manager focuses on detection of mistakes and defects in manufacturing products. Develops procedures and tests to identify any irregularities and error in the output. Manages and oversees all steps related to quality control as part of the quality management strategy of a company. May involve leadership of a team of quality control technicians and other associated staff members.
$98,633 / year median in South Carolina
+4% projected growth
Job Description
FLSA Status:
Exempt -Salaried Travel:
Up to 10% (field startup, site audits, punch-list close-out) Competitive base salary commensurate with experience and certifications. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, as well as paid time off and company holidays. Duties Maintain Non-Conformance Report (NCR) registers, lead root-cause investigations, and manage corrective action implementation and close-out. Develop and administer punch list tracking systems from initial issuance through final project acceptance. Oversee quality control activities for fabricated piping and mechanical skids, modular process buildings, HVAC systems, electrical distribution assemblies, and structural supports. Coordinate non-destructive examination (NDE) activities, including RT, UT, MT, and PT, with certified third-party inspection firms; review and approve NDE reports. Manage weld documentation and traveler packages in accordance with ASME, AWS, and client-specific welding procedures (WPS/PQR). Conduct in-process, final dimensional, and visual inspections; witness hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing. Verify material traceability and documentation, including MTRs and certifications, from receipt through installation. Perform quality reviews of fabrication drawings, P&IDs, isometrics, equipment drawings, and single-line diagrams to ensure code compliance, constructability, and alignment with contract requirements. Coordinate drawing revisions and RFI processes between engineering, production, field teams, and clients. Maintain current revision-controlled drawings and documentation in both fabrication shops and field environments. Ensure weld maps, spool sheets, turnover packages, and as-built documentation are accurately maintained and archived. Provide QC oversight during module setting, mechanical completion, commissioning, and startup activities. Lead and participate in client and owner walkdowns, managing punch list development, assignment, tracking, and close-out. Interface with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), commissioning agents, third-party inspectors, and owner quality representatives. Conduct pre-shipment inspections to verify compliance with project quality requirements prior to release. Train shop and field personnel on quality procedures, inspection methods, documentation standards, and compliance requirements. Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, ASMEB31.3/B31.1, NFPA 70, AWS
D1.1, and project-specific quality standards. Maintain welder qualification records and coordinate qualification and requalification testing as required.Required skills:
Proficient reading P&IDs, process piping isometrics, electrical single-lines, mechanical equipment drawings, and structural drawings Solid understanding of ASME pressure piping codes (B31.1, B31.3), AWS D1.1 structural welding, and NFPA 70 electrical installation requirements Experience with NDE methods, pressure testing protocols, and material traceability documentation Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for punch list, NCR, and inspection tracking; experience with project management or QMS software a plus Regular time in a fabrication shop environment; exposure to noise, welding, grinding, and fabrication equipment Field travel to active construction sites; must be able to navigate elevated structures, scaffolding, and confined spaces with appropriate PPE Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; prolonged standing, walking, and inspection activitiesQualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical Engineering—OR—Associate's degree with 8+ years of directly relevant QC/QA experience in lieu of degree Minimum 7 years of QC experience in MEP fabrication, mechanical contracting, or industrial construction Minimum 3 years in a QC leadership or supervisory role Required Certifications (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire): AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) - active certification preferred, and OSHA 30-Hour Construction Pay:
$80,000.00 - $95,000,000.00 per yearBenefits:
Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insuranceWork Location:
Hybrid remote in Georgetown, SC 29440Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance