QAQC Mechanical - Kvandal

CTS Group; Bjerkvik - Rahkka; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

CTS Group is seeking an experienced QA/QC Mechanical Engineer to lead all mechanical quality assurance and control activities on a large-scale data center project.

The role requires reviewing ITPs and test plans, coordinating with subcontractors and commissioning teams, and ensuring compliance with project specifications and client expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of QA/QC, mechanical engineering, or construction delivery experience.
• Strong data center or mission-critical project experience preferred.
• Ability to read complex mechanical drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Mechanical QA/QC strategy, procedures, and inspection plans
• Oversee quality control for installation of key mechanical systems, including HVAC, cooling distribution, fuel, fire suppression, and BMS interfaces
• Manage and review Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), method statements, and quality documentation
• Conduct regular site inspections, ensuring compliance with drawings, specs, and standards
• Coordinate with subcontractors, consultants, and commissioning teams
• Oversee testing & commissioning (T&C) and integrated systems testing
• Identify, track, and close non-conformances (NCRs) and quality issues
• Ensure handover and turnover documentation (O&M manuals, as-builts) are compiled
• Support client inspections, witness testing, and final acceptance processes
• Drive quality excellence and continuous improvement across the project

Skills

QA/QC

Mechanical Engineering

Data center experience

Communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

BIM coordination tools

QA/QC software

Testing platforms

Job description

About Us

CTS Group is a leading data center general contractor delivering mission-critical infrastructure for hyperscale and enterprise clients globally. We specialize in fast-track projects with uncompromising standards for quality, safety, and reliability.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced QA/QC Mechanical Engineer to lead all mechanical quality assurance and control activities on a large-scale data center project. This role is critical to ensuring that all mechanical systems are installed, tested, and commissioned to meet project specifications, operational performance standards, and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Mechanical QA/QC strategy, procedures, and inspection plans
• Oversee quality control for installation of key mechanical systems, including:
• HVAC (CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, cooling towers)
• Cooling distribution systems (CHW/CDW pipework)
• Fuel systems
• Fire suppression systems (e.g., sprinkler, gas suppression)
• Building management systems (BMS) interfaces (coordination)
• Manage and review Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), method statements, and quality documentation
• Conduct regular site inspections, ensuring compliance with drawings, specs, and standards
• Coordinate closely with subcontractors, consultants, and commissioning teams
• Oversee and support testing & commissioning (T&C) and integrated systems testing
• Identify, track, and close non-conformances (NCRs) and quality issues
• Ensure proper compilation of handover and turnover documentation (O&M manuals, as-builts)
• Support client inspections, witness testing, and final acceptance processes
• Drive a culture of quality excellence and continuous improvement across the project

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 4+ years of experience in QA/QC, mechanical engineering, or construction delivery
• Proven experience in data center or mission-critical projects is strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems used in critical environments
• Experience with cooling systems and thermal management in data centers
• Familiarity with international standards and best practices (ASHRAE, ISO, etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret complex mechanical drawings and specifications
• Strong experience with testing & commissioning processes
• Excellent attention to detail and document control
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with hyperscale data center builds
• Knowledge of commissioning levels (Level 1-5) and integrated systems testing (IST)
• Experience working within ISO 9001 quality management systems
• Familiarity with digital QA/QC tools, BIM coordination, and snagging platforms

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on high-profile, mission-critical infrastructure projects
• Competitive compensation
• Dynamic, technically driven work environment
• Potential for future project opportunities within a growing global pipeline