QA/QC Manager

Nouvall Engineering Services BV; Terneuzen; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nouvall Engineering Services BV in Terneuzen, Netherlands, seeks a Quality Assurance and Quality Control Manager to lead the QA function across EPCM projects, ensuring compliance with Belgian laws and industry standards.

You will audit documentation, steer the contractor’s QA processes, mentor the QA team, and report quality performance to project management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field with QA exposure.
• Significant QA management experience in construction, preferably large-scale projects.
• Thorough knowledge of Belgian construction laws/regulations and EU directives.
• Proven track record in managing EPCM contractors and ensuring deliverables meet quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve QA standards, procedures, and documentation from EPCM contractor.
• Oversee quality management strategy within the PDT and align with project objectives.
• Develop and enforce a QA system compliant with Belgian legislation and international standards.
• Monitor contractor adherence to QA processes and contractual terms throughout engineering and construction.
• Audit project documentation for readiness at startup and regulatory reviews.
• Engage with local authorities to ensure ongoing legal compliance and reporting.
• Lead and mentor the QA team, driving continuous improvement and delivery excellence.
• Conduct systematic audits, reviews, and inspections; drive corrective actions as needed.
• Provide regular QA performance reports to project management with strategic input.
• Coordinate with construction teams for timely data book preparation and handover.

Skills

QA management

Leadership

Auditing

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Quality Management Certification

Tools

Quality Management Software

Document control systems

Job description

The Quality Assurance And Quality Control Manager will be the linchpin in our efforts to ensure that all project phases meet the highest quality standards while complying with local Belgian laws, regulations, and industry best practices. This pivotal role encompasses the leadership of the QA function, ensuring that the EPCM contractor fulfills all aspects of their role effectively and that our project documentation is audit-ready for a successful facility startup. The Quality Assurance Manager will be responsible for monitoring, steering, and coaching the EPCM contractor to ensure compliance on three critical fronts: technical, regulatory, and documentation. This role demands an individual who can guide the project team to adhere to technical specifications, regulatory requirements, and construction databook standards.

• Review and approve the quality standards, procedures, and documentation prepared by the EPCM contractor to ensure they meet company and project specifications and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee the overall quality management strategy within the Project Delivery Team (PDT), ensuring alignment with project objectives and quality standards.
• Develop and enforce a comprehensive quality management system that aligns with Belgian legislation, industry regulations, and international standards.
• Closely monitor the EPCM contractor’s adherence to the established quality assurance processes and contractual terms throughout the engineering and construction phases.
• Conduct rigorous audits of the project documentation to ensure readiness for various stages of the project lifecycle, particularly for facility startup.
• Maintain proactive engagement with local regulatory authorities to ensure full compliance with current and forthcoming legal requirements.
• Lead and mentor the QA team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high-quality standards in all project activities.
• Execute systematic quality audits, implement strategic reviews, and supervise inspections, driving corrective and preventive actions as needed.
• Provide regular reports on quality performance to the project management team, along with strategic input for ongoing quality improvement.
• Has intensive contacts with the contractors construction team for preparation, review and timely handover of all required construction data books.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• Significant experience in QA management within construction, ideally on large-scale or mega projects.
• Thorough knowledge of Belgian construction laws and regulations, as well as relevant EU directives.
• Proven track record in managing EPCM contractors and ensuring project deliverables meet quality standards.
• Strong leadership capabilities and experience in team management.
• Exceptional communication skills with fluency in English; Dutch and/or French proficiency is highly valued.
• Relevant certifications in Quality Management Systems and regulatory compliance