Factories - QA/QC Structural Steel

Larsen & Toubro Limited; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

PeopleStrong in Chennai district, Tamil Nadu, seeks an Engineer/Manager – Quality Control – Site (Structural Steel) with 5–20 years of experience to drive QA/QC at the job site. You will ensure fabrication and erection comply with project specs, codes and standards, performing regular inspections and coordinating with the execution team.

The role requires strong knowledge of IS/ASTM standards, QCP/ITP, and site testing protocols, with documentation maintenance and safety compliance as key

Qualifications

• ITI/ Diploma or BE/BTech in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• Fluent in English and Hindi; regional language a plus.
• 3–20 years in structural steel QA/QC in industrial construction.
• Experience implementing and monitoring site QC procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular on-site inspections and tests to ensure QA/QC compliance.
• Review and implement QCP, ITP, and method statements for civil activities.
• Monitor calibration of testing equipment and ensure standard compliance.
• Record, report non-conformities, and initiate corrective actions with closures.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and site engineers to ensure quality requirements.

Skills

Site QA/QC

Inspections & testing

QCP/ITP implementation

Technical drawings interpretation

Documentation & reporting

Coordination with teams

Safety & environmental norms knowledge

Education

ITI/ Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Civil Engineering

Tools

IS codes & ASTM standards

Civil material testing procedures

Job description

Required Experience 5 - 20 years

Job Description

SECTION I: BASIC INFORMATION

• Job Function: QA / QC
• Role: Engineer / Manager - Quality Control - Site (Structural Steel)
• Job Family: Quality Control

SECTION II: ROLE SUMMARY (Purpose of the Role)

The Engineer / Manager – Quality Control – Site (Structural Steel) is responsible for executing quality assurance and control activities at the site, ensuring all fabrication and erection works comply with project specifications, codes, and standards. The role involves regular inspections, coordination with the execution team, maintaining QA/QC documentation, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental norms.

SECTION III: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Conduct regular inspections and tests on-site materials and construction activities to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Review and implement project-specific Quality Control Plans (QCP), Inspection Test Plans (ITP), and Method Statements for all civil activities.
• Monitor and verify the calibration status of testing equipment and ensure all equipment used complies with relevant standards.
• Record and report non-conformities or deviations from design and specification, initiate corrective/preventive actions, and ensure timely closure.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and site engineers to ensure quality requirements are understood and adhered to during execution.

SECTION IV: KEY INTERACTIONS

Internal Stakeholders

• Site Execution Engineers: For quality alignment, inspections, and resolving technical non-conformities during execution.
• Planning & Project Control Team: For updating quality milestones, material testing statuses, and schedule integration.

External Stakeholders

• Clients / Client Representatives: For material approvals, quality inspections, and joint handovers.
• Subcontractors: For supervising compliance with site-specific testing protocols and quality standards.

SECTION V: KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

KNOWLEDGE

• Minimum Qualifications: ITI / Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Civil Engineering from a recognized university or institute.
• Language Skills: Proficiency in English and Hindi (oral and written); knowledge of regional language is a plus.

EXPERIENCE

• Years of Experience: 3 – 20 years
• Nature of Experience: Experience in structural steel QA QC in industrial construction projects with a focus on implementing and monitoring quality control procedures and site-related testing protocols.

SECTION VI: TECHNICAL & LEADERSHIP / BEHAVIORAL SKILLS REQUIRED TO EXECUTE THE ROLE

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of IS codes, ASTM standards, and other relevant construction norms
• Proficiency in civil material testing procedures and interpretation of results
• Interpretation of Technical Drawings
• Material Testing
• Quality Auditing
• Quality Management System (QMS) Implementation
• Technical Inspection

Leadership / Behavioral Skills

• Strong observation and analytical skills