Mechanical QA/QC Manager (Norway)

Vallum Associates; Oslo; On-site; NOK 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Travel and car provided

Competitive salary

Job summary

Vallum Associates seeks an experienced Mechanical QA/QC Manager to lead quality assurance on a major hyperscale Data Centre project in Norway. You will ensure mechanical systems are installed, tested and prepared for commissioning in line with drawings, standards and client requirements.

You will manage NCRs, conduct site inspections, coordinate with subcontractors and commissioning teams, and report to senior leadership, driving a robust quality culture throughout the project.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services.
• Experience as Mechanical QA/QC Manager on major construction projects.
• Data Centre or mission-critical project experience.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, cooling, pipework and related mechanical systems.
• Experience with ITPs, inspections, testing, NCR management, commissioning readiness and handover docs.
• Strong understanding of mechanical construction standards and quality management processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and manage the Mechanical QA/QC strategy, ITPs and inspection processes.
• Oversee quality across mechanical systems including HVAC, chillers, piping and BMS interfaces.
• Review method statements, submittals and inspection records.
• Conduct site inspections to verify installations against drawings and specs.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, construction teams, consultants and commissioning teams.
• Manage non-conformances, defects and corrective actions.
• Monitor testing activities and ensure commissioning readiness.
• Maintain quality records, punch lists and turnover packages.
• Provide regular quality reporting to senior leadership and client stakeholders.
• Promote a strong quality culture and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical QA/QC

HVAC systems

Quality management

ITPs

NCR management

Construction coordination

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Location: Norway

Type: Permanent (3/1 rotation - 3 weeks working on site - 1 week off back home)

Key Requirement: Candidates must hold a valid EU or UK passport & Experience with Data Centre

• Competitive salary
• Single Accommodation provided
• Travel and car provided

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical QA/QC Manager to lead all mechanical quality assurance and quality control activities on a major hyperscale Data Centre development.

The successful candidate will ensure mechanical systems are installed, inspected, tested and prepared for commissioning in accordance with project specifications, approved drawings, client requirements and applicable standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and manage the Mechanical QA/QC strategy, procedures, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and inspection processes.
• Oversee quality across key mechanical systems including HVAC, CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, cooling systems, CHW/CDW pipework, pumps, fuel systems, fire suppression and associated BMS interfaces.
• Review mechanical method statements, material submittals, technical documentation and inspection records.
• Conduct site inspections to verify installations against approved drawings, specifications and quality standards.
• Coordinate closely with mechanical subcontractors, construction teams, consultants, design teams and commissioning teams.
• Manage non-conformances (NCRs), defects, corrective actions and quality close-out.
• Monitor pressure testing, flushing, cleaning, equipment installation and other mechanical testing activities.
• Ensure systems achieve the required level of construction completion and quality before commissioning.
• Support testing and commissioning, system turnover and integrated systems testing activities where required.
• Manage mechanical quality records, punch lists, as-built information, O&M documentation and turnover packages.
• Provide regular quality reporting to senior project leadership and client stakeholders.
• Promote a strong quality culture and drive continuous improvement across mechanical delivery.

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree or relevant qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a related discipline.
• Previous experience as a Mechanical QA/QC Manager, Mechanical Quality Manager or similar role on major construction projects.
• Previous Data Centre or mission-critical project experience
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, cooling, pipework and associated mechanical systems.
• Experience with ITPs, inspections, testing, NCR management, commissioning readiness and handover documentation.
• Strong understanding of mechanical construction standards, specifications and quality management processes.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, consultants, commissioning teams and client representatives.
• Strong communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.