QA Manager

Powerchina Huadong Engineering Corporation Limited (HDEC); Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Dubai seeks a Quality Assurance Manager to establish and maintain QA systems for solar and wind power projects. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in quality assurance within the EPC sector and preferred fluency in Chinese. This role involves developing quality policies, leading audits, and providing mentorship to project teams. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in quality assurance for solar/wind power EPC projects.
• Strong knowledge of international QA/QC standards (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Proven track record in leading QA activities for large-scale renewable energy projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage QA/QC policies, procedures, and standards.
• Lead quality planning, inspection, and testing activities.
• Conduct internal and external quality audits.

Skills

Fluency in English

Chinese language skills

Strong leadership

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Quality management software

Job description

The Role

About the Role We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager with a strong background in solar and wind power EPC projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing, implementing, and maintaining the company’s QA systems to ensure the highest standards of quality across all project phases. At least 10 years of relevant work experience is required, and the ability to speak Chinese is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage QA / QC policies, procedures, and standards in compliance with EPC project requirements.
• Lead quality planning, inspection, and testing activities for solar and wind power projects.
• Ensure quality assurance processes are integrated throughout engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Review technical documentation, supplier quality plans, and inspection reports.
• Conduct internal and external quality audits to ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Lead root cause analysis for non-conformance issues and drive corrective / preventive actions.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, clients, and subcontractors to resolve quality-related matters.
• Provide QA training, mentorship, and guidance to project teams.
• Maintain all quality documentation and prepare regular QA performance reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in quality assurance / quality control for solar / wind power EPC projects.
• Strong knowledge of international QA / QC standards (e.g., ISO 9001) and industry best practices.
• Proven track record in leading QA activities for large-scale renewable energy projects.
• Ability to interpret and apply EPC contractual quality requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in English; Chinese language skills are highly preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of quality management software is a plus.

Preferred Attributes

• Middle East project experience.
• Certification in QA / QC (e.g., ISO 9001 Lead Auditor).
• Multicultural team management experience.

About the company

POWERCHINA HUADONG ENGINEERING CORPORATION LIMITED (hereinafter referred to as POWERCHINA HUADONG), founded in 1954, is a state‑owned key enterprise affiliated to the worlds Top 500 enterprises, Power Construction Corporation of China (POWERCHINA). Headquartered in Hangzhou, POWERCHINA HUADONG has its branches in China, and overseas offices in UAE, Indonesia, Mexico, Vietnam, Ukraine, Philippines, Turkey, Nigeria, Kenya, Pakistan, and Ethiopia. As a national high‑tech enterprise, POWERCHINA HUADONG has been ranked among the Top 100 Chinese investigation and design enterprises regarding comprehensive strength since the 1990s, and has been listed in the Top 60 Design Firms jointly compiled and published by Engineering News‑Record (ENR) of USA McGraw Hill Construction and Construction Times for consecutive years since 2006. Since its establishment, POWERCHINA HUADONG has undertaken the planning, survey, design, consulting and other work for more than 100 large and medium‑sized hydropower and water conservancy projects at home and abroad.