QAQC Lead

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking a QA/QC Lead for a mission-critical data centre project in Dholera. You will establish and manage QA/QC programs across civil, structural, architectural, and MEP disciplines to meet IS standards, NBC, and international benchmarks.

You will develop QMPs, ITPs, and NCR processes, supervise material quality control, and coordinate inspections, testing, and commissioning with design consultants and contractors.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing ISO 9001 QA/QC systems.
• Knowledge of NBC and IS standards.
• Experience with data centre quality controls.

Responsibilities

• Develop QMP aligned to ISO 9001 and JLL standards.
• Establish ITPs for construction and MEP work.
• Coordinate NCRs and non-conformances with contractors.
• Monitor testing, inspections and commissioning activities.

Skills

Quality management

Documentation control

Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

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Job Description: QA/QC Lead

JLL Projects and Development Services

Data Centre Project, Dholera

Position Summary

QA/QC Lead responsible for establishing and managing comprehensive quality assurance and quality control programs for mission-critical data centre in Dholera. Ensure all construction activities, materials, and installations meet specified standards, design requirements, and international data centre quality benchmarks across civil, structural, architectural, and MEP disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Management System Development
  • Develop and implement project-specific Quality Management Plan (QMP) aligned with ISO 9001 and JLL standards
  • Establish Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) for all construction activities and MEP installations
  • Create quality procedures, checklists, and acceptance criteria for critical work activities
  • Define hold points, witness points, and mandatory inspection stages across all disciplines
  • Develop non-conformance management system including NCR procedures and disposition protocols
  • Establish document control procedures for quality records, test certificates, and as-built documentation
  • Set quality KPIs and metrics for contractor performance monitoring
• Quality Planning & Standards Compliance
  • Review design drawings, specifications, and technical standards to establish quality requirements
  • Ensure compliance with Indian codes (IS standards, NBC), international data centre standards (Uptime Institute, TIA-942), and manufacturer specifications
  • Develop material approval procedures and approved vendor/manufacturer lists
  • Establish sampling and testing frequencies per relevant codes and project requirements
  • Coordinate quality requirements with design consultants and specialty contractors
  • Define quality deliverables and submission schedules for all project phases
• Material Quality Control
  • Review and approve contractor material submittals, product data sheets, and technical documentation
  • Verify material certifications, test certificates, and compliance documentation
  • Conduct material inspection at manufacturer facilities and upon site delivery
  • Monitor material storage conditions to prevent damage and deterioration
  • Maintain material traceability records for critical components
  • Coordinate third-party testing for structural materials (cement, steel, aggregates, concrete)
  • Approve material substitutions with engineering and client concurrence
• Construction Quality Inspection & Monitoring
  • Conduct daily quality inspections across all construction zones and work fronts
  • Verify workmanship quality against approved method statements and specifications
  • Monitor dimensional accuracy, alignment, leveling, and tolerances per design requirements
  • Inspect civil works including excavation, formwork, reinforcement, concrete works, and finishing
  • Oversee structural steel fabrication and erection quality including welding inspection
  • Monitor architectural finishes, false ceiling, flooring, and facade installation quality
  • Inspect MEP installations including mechanical equipment, piping, ductwork, electrical conduits, cable trays, and instrumentation
• Testing & Commissioning Support
  • Coordinate factory acceptance tests (FAT) for critical equipment and systems
  • Witness site acceptance tests (SAT) for mechanical, electrical, and fire protection systems
  • Oversee non-destructive testing (NDT) including radiography, ultrasonic testing, and dye penetrant testing
  • Monitor hydrostatic testing, pressure testing, and leak testing of piping systems
  • Coordinate load testing of structural elements, slabs, and lifting equipment
  • Verify pre-commissioning activities including flushing, cleaning, and functional checks
  • Participate in integrated systems testing and performance verification
  • Ensure test documentation completeness and compliance with specifications
• Non-Conformance Management
  • Identify and document non-conformances through inspections and testing
  • Issue Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) to contractors with clear disposition requirements
  • Track corrective actions and verify completion through re-inspection
  • Escalate major non-conformances to project management and client representatives
  • Maintain NCR register and trend analysis for quality improvement
  • Coordinate rework, repair, or replacement of defective work
  • Ensure proper documentation of corrective actions and acceptance
• Contractor Quality Management
  • Review and approve contractor Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) pl