QA Engineer

Employment; Muscat; On-site; OMR 17,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking a Quality Control (QC) Engineer – Construction Excellence Specialist in Muscat, Oman to drive quality on large-scale infrastructure projects.

The role focuses on implementing QC management systems, coordinating with site teams and subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with contract requirements. A Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in EPC quality roles are preferred. Welding engineering experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience working in quality roles within EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contract environments.
• Demonstrated background in welding engineering, supported by relevant training or internationally recognized courses.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain construction QC management systems on site.
• Collaborate with site teams and subcontractors to ensure compliance with QC procedures.
• Assist in planning, developing, and executing quality programs aligned with project quality plans.
• Review quality documentation, NCRs, and turnover records.

Skills

Quality control management

Quality program development

Inspection & NCR handling

Documentation management

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Quality Control (QC) Engineer – Construction Excellence Specialist

Are you a detail-driven engineer passionate about delivering exceptional quality in large-scale construction projects? Join a dynamic team where your expertise in quality control systems will directly impact the successful execution and handover of complex infrastructure. As a QC Engineer, you will be at the forefront of maintaining rigorous construction quality management standards, collaborating closely with site teams, subcontractors, and project leaders to ensure every deliverable meets contractual and regulatory requirements. Your role is pivotal in driving quality processes, identifying issues early, and championing continuous improvement that safeguards the integrity and safety of our projects.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge and practical experience in implementing construction Quality Control (QC) management systems.
• Proven ability to assist in planning, developing, and executing quality programs aligned with contract and project quality plans.
• Experience reviewing and approving product/material requisitions and subcontractor quality documentation, including Quality Management Systems, quality plans, and Inspection Test Plans (ITPs).
• Skilled in conducting quality inductions, monitoring inspections, and assessing contractor compliance with QC procedures.
• Proficiency in data management relating to QC records, non-conformance reports (NCRs), and turnover documentation.
• Excellent communication skills to promote quality awareness and deliver targeted training.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice to Have Skills

• Familiarity with international standards such as EN standards, ASME code, EN1090 (structural steel), and the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) for piping.
• Quality Auditor certification from a recognized industry body.
• Experience with construction completion and turnover management processes.
• Understanding of Romanian regulatory requirements (ISCIR, INSEMEX, ISU, AFER, ANRE, RENAR, ISC).

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience working in quality roles within EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contract environments.
• Demonstrated background in welding engineering, supported by relevant training or internationally recognized courses.

Other Requirements

• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors on site.
• Proven organizational skills for maintaining robust QC documentation and reporting.
• Willingness to engage in local management reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market‑leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.