We are seeking a highly experienced Civil/Structural QA/QC Engineer with Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project experience to oversee quality assurance and quality control activities throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will ensure that all civil and structural works comply with project specifications, applicable codes and standards, client requirements, and quality management procedures. This role will work closely with engineering, construction, commissioning, and project management teams to deliver high-quality BESS facilities safely and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and monitor project-specific QA/QC plans, inspection and test plans (ITPs), procedures, and quality documentation.
- Review engineering drawings, technical specifications, method statements, material submittals, and quality records to ensure conformity with project requirements.
- Conduct inspections and audits of civil and structural works, including foundations, equipment pads, retaining structures, cable trenches, drainage systems, access roads, and auxiliary facilities.
- Verify that construction activities are performed in accordance with approved drawings, standards, specifications, and quality procedures.
- Coordinate and witness material testing activities, including soil testing, concrete testing, reinforcing steel inspections, and other quality verification processes.
- Monitor contractor and subcontractor compliance with quality standards and project requirements.
- Identify non-conformances, prepare NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports), and ensure timely implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
- Maintain quality records and ensure proper documentation of inspections, test results, punch lists, and quality reports.
- Participate in project meetings and provide updates on quality performance, risks, and corrective actions.
- Conduct site surveillance and quality audits to ensure construction activities meet industry standards and client expectations.
- Support commissioning and project handover activities by ensuring all quality-related documentation is complete and accurate.
- Collaborate with project stakeholders to continuously improve quality performance and construction execution.
- Ensure compliance with applicable local regulations, engineering standards, and health and safety requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Licensed Civil Engineer (PRC) preferred.
- Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in QA/QC, construction supervision, or civil/structural engineering within energy, infrastructure, industrial, or EPC projects.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), renewable energy, power generation, substations, or utility-scale energy projects.
- Strong knowledge of QA/QC principles, inspection processes, material testing requirements, and quality management systems.
- Familiarity with international and local codes, standards, and specifications related to civil and structural works.
- Experience reviewing ITPs, method statements, material submittals, and quality documentation.
- Proven experience in managing NCRs, corrective actions, root cause analyses, and quality audits.
- Strong understanding of concrete, steel, earthworks, foundation construction, and structural installation activities.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, construction specifications, and technical reports.
- Excellent communication, coordination, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and construction quality reporting tools.