Construction Quality Assurance/Quality Control Manager, EPC

McCarran, NVfull time

On Site

senior

H1B: no

Redwoodmaterials Construction Quality Assurance/Quality Control Manager at Redwood Materials leads the QA/QC function for battery recycling and materials manufacturing facilities construction. The role involves oversight of inspectors, review of engineering drawings, development of Inspection & Test Plans, and management of third-party inspections.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the project QA/QC function, including direct oversight of internal inspectors, QC coordinators, and third-party inspection personnel; set priorities, review performance, and provide day-to-day technical direction
Review engineering drawings and specifications during the design phase to identify constructability concerns, inspection hold points, and quality requirements before construction begins; provide proactive QA/QC feedback to design engineers
Develop project-specific Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and coordinate scheduling of third-party special inspections (e.g., structural steel, welding, concrete, fireproofing) to ensure inspection resources are in place ahead of construction activities
Contract and manage relationships with third-party special inspection agencies; ensure their scopes, qualifications, and schedules align with project needs
Perform daily site walks to identify risks, discrepancies, and non-conformances; document findings, evaluations, and inspections using company-prescribed procedures and software
Perform system verifications on completed systems to confirm correct installation per design specifications and contract documents; assist with development and maintenance of quality protocols, qualification requirements, and validation procedures and documentation
Audit contractor and self-perform quality turnover documentation, including MTRs, weld maps, weld logs, PWHT reports, NDT reports, concrete placement records, bolt tensioning records, and other civil/structural QC documentation
Track and report on quality metrics, non-conformance trends, and inspection status to project leadership; support resolution of day-to-day quality issues in the field

Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in engineeringWorking knowledge of ASME B31Ability to read and interpret civilValid driver’s license

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical discipline; an Associate’s degree or technical diploma with significant additional field experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s
Minimum 8–10 years of experience in construction quality control/assurance, inspection, or a closely related field, including prior experience leading or supervising QA/QC personnel
Current CWI (Certified Welding Inspector) certification, or ability to obtain CWI within 12 months of hire
Working knowledge of ASME B31.3 (Process Piping) and AWS D1.1 (Structural Welding Code – Steel)
Ability to read and interpret civil, structural, mechanical, and piping engineering drawings and specifications; experience developing or executing Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
Valid driver’s license; strong organizational and communication skills
Demonstrated leadership and mentoring ability, including experience directing inspectors, subcontractor QC staff, or third-party inspection agencies; strong sense of ownership
10+ years of related experience in industrial or heavy commercial construction QA/QC