QA/QC Commissioning Lead

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Life Sciences sector is seeking a QA/QC Commissioning Lead to manage quality assurance and commissioning activities on significant projects. This senior role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in QA/QC, ideally within the Life Sciences or Data Centre industries, necessitating strong leadership and communication skills to ensure compliance with expectations and standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in QA/QC or commissioning role.
• Proven experience in Life Sciences, Cleanroom, or Data Centre projects.
• Relevant technical background required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee quality assurance and control processes across the MEP scope.
• Develop QA/QC plans and inspection & test plans tailored to project specifications.
• Lead MEP commissioning activities, ensuring systems are tested and validated.

Skills

QA/QC protocols

Commissioning processes

Strong communication skills

Leadership

Education

Engineering degree or quality certification

Tools

QA documentation systems

Commissioning tracking tools

Digital quality platforms

Job description

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QA/QC Commissioning Lead, Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

Location: Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Project Location - Hull

Type - Life Sciences

Salary - £80k-100k per annum

We are currently seeking an experienced QA/QC Commissioning Lead to oversee quality assurance, control, and commissioning activities on a high-profile Life Sciences project. You will ensure all electrical and mechanical installations are delivered in line with client quality expectations, regulatory compliance, and commissioning readiness.

This is a senior position requiring 10+ years’ experience in a similar role, ideally with a background in Life Sciences or Data Centre projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take full responsibility for quality assurance and quality control processes across the full MEP scope on-site
• Develop and implement QA/QC plans, inspection & test plans (ITPs), and checklists tailored to project specifications and client standards
• Work closely with project teams, consultants, and client representatives to ensure installations meet all contractual and regulatory quality benchmarks
• Lead and coordinate all MEP commissioning activities, ensuring systems are tested, validated, and documented in line with industry best practice
• Liaise with package leads and subcontractors to track inspection progress and ensure timely resolution of quality-related issues
• Manage punch lists / snagging processes, ensuring all non-conformances are logged, tracked, and closed out effectively
• Carry out regular site inspections and audits, ensuring works are executed as per approved drawings and method statements
• Collaborate with the project planner and commissioning manager to ensure QA/QC activities are aligned with commissioning schedules
• Support handover documentation compilation including O&M manuals, test certificates, commissioning reports, and quality files
• Report regularly to senior management and the client on QA progress, risks, and mitigation strategies
• Champion a culture of right first time and continuous improvement across the site team

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years' experience in a QA/QC or commissioning role within the MEP construction industry
• Proven experience on Life Sciences, Cleanroom, or Data Centre projects is highly desirable
• In-depth understanding of QA/QC protocols, commissioning processes, and ISO or GMP compliance frameworks
• Strong communication and reporting skills; capable of liaising with all levels of site and client stakeholders
• Familiar with QA documentation systems, test packs, commissioning tracking tools, and digital quality platforms
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, high-spec environment
• Relevant technical background – either trade, engineering degree, or quality certification (e.g., ISO Lead Auditor, CQI, etc.)