Quality Assurance Manager

g2 Recruitment; Hamburg; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a freelance QA/QC Manager to oversee quality control activities in construction and mechanical installations across Germany. The role requires strong compliance with industry standards, experience in oil & gas projects, and proficiency in overseeing quality inspectors while implementing continuous improvement processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of QA/QC experience in oil & gas or large-scale construction projects.
• Solid experience with German/EU construction standards.
• Recognized QA/QC certifications (ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, CSWIP).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project-specific Quality Management Plans.
• Coordinate QA/QC activities for fabrication, welding, NDT, installation.
• Conduct internal audits and facilitate external inspections.

Skills

Quality Management

Mechanical Engineering

Quality Assurance

Welding Inspection

Material Traceability

NDT

Documentation Systems

Audit Preparation

English Fluency

German Language Skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Related Field

Job description

Direct message the job poster from g2 Recruitment

Recruitment Consultant | Connecting QA/QC Specialist freelancers with top tier clients across Germany [phone]

g2 Recruitment is working with a client that require a freelance QA/QC Manager to support ongoing and upcoming industrial projects in Germany.

The role will involve leading QA/QC activities on construction and mechanical installations for oil & gas, petrochemical, or energy transition facilities, ensuring strict compliance with industry standards and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement project-specific Quality Management Plans in alignment with QA/QC framework
• Oversee all quality control activities for fabrication, welding, NDT, installation, and commissioning phases
• Coordinate and supervise QA/QC inspectors, subcontractors, and third-party auditors
• Ensure traceability and documentation of all quality records and material certifications
• Conduct internal audits and facilitate external inspections (client or regulatory bodies)
• Lead root cause analysis of non-conformities and implement corrective actions
• Report regularly to project management and client QA/QC teams
• Ensure adherence to ISO 9001, EN/ASME/ISO standards, and clients internal QHSE systems
• Support the continuous improvement of quality processes across the project

Required Qualifications:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 8 years of QA/QC experience in oil & gas, energy, or large-scale construction projects
• Solid experience with German/EU construction standards and international QA/QC procedures
• Recognized QA/QC certifications (e.g., ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, CSWIP 3.1/3.2, PCN, ASNT)
• Strong understanding of NDT, welding inspection, material traceability
• Proficient in quality documentation systems and audit preparation
• Fluent in English; German language skills a strong asset
• EU work authorization or valid freelance status in Germany

Should this be of interest, please apply with an updated copy of your CV or call me on [phone] to discuss the position further.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance and Management

• Industries

  Construction and Oil and Gas

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