QA/QC Manager - CSA/MEP (Saudi National Only)

decimainternational; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Decima International is seeking an experienced QA/QC Manager to lead quality assurance and control for major mission-critical projects in KSA. You will oversee the implementation of the Project Quality Management System and drive quality performance from construction through handover.

The role requires strong QA/QC leadership on large capital projects, extensive experience with ISO 9001, ITPs and NCRs, and coordination with contractors and PMO stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Must have strong QA/QC management experience on major construction or capital projects.
• Experience with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and implementing QMPs.
• Experience with ITPs, NCRs, audits, and quality documentation.

Responsibilities

• Own and implement the Project Quality Management Plan (QMP).
• Ensure construction activities comply with project specifications and quality standards.
• Lead QA/QC inspections, audits, and reviews; manage NCRs and corrective actions.

Skills

QA/QC leadership

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Document control platforms

Electronic Quality Management Systems

Quality dashboards/tools

Job description

Decima International is a professional services company, providing project management and controls services to clients in the United States and the Middle East. Our mission is to become the premier professional services provider across all industry sectors we are engaged in.

Approach each client engagement as a partnership , create an environment that attracts the most talented professionals and allows them to flourish, and regulate growth to maintain excellence in our service standards.

Decima International is a professional services company providing project management and controls services to clients in the United States and the Middle East. Our mission is to become the premier professional services provider across the industries we serve.

We are seeking an experienced QA/QC Manager to lead quality assurance and quality control activities for major mission-critical projects in KSA. The role will oversee implementation of the Project Quality Management System, ensure compliance with contractual and technical requirements, and drive consistent quality performance throughout construction, testing, commissioning, and handover.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own and implement the Project Quality Management Plan (QMP).
• Ensure construction activities comply with project specifications, contractual requirements, approved procedures, and applicable quality standards.
• Perform FOK, installation, PUE, and other required quality inspections.
• Lead QA/QC inspections, audits, surveillance activities, and quality assurance reviews.
• Perform final review, sign-off, and escalation of Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and corrective actions.
• Monitor NCR status, recurring issues, and quality trends.
• Review and monitor Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and associated quality records.
• Lead root cause analysis and ensure corrective and preventive actions are effectively implemented.
• Monitor quality performance and report KPIs, risks, trends, and areas of concern to the PMO and Owner.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, vendors, and project teams to resolve quality issues.
• Ensure quality documentation, inspection records, and supporting evidence are complete and properly maintained.
• Support testing, commissioning, handover, and final quality acceptance.
• Drive continuous improvement and promote a strong quality culture across the project.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Strong QA/QC management experience on major construction or capital projects.
• Experience in hyperscale data centers, mission-critical facilities, infrastructure, EPC, or PMC environments.
• Strong knowledge and practical implementation of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Experience developing and implementing Quality Management Plans.
• Extensive experience with inspections, ITPs, audits, quality documentation, and compliance management.
• Strong experience reviewing, closing, and escalating NCRs.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action management.
• Experience monitoring and reporting quality KPIs to senior project stakeholders.
• Strong stakeholder coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), or equivalent quality certification.
• Experience on hyperscale data center or mission-critical projects.
• Knowledge of international quality standards and construction best practices.
• Familiarity with electronic Quality Management Systems and document control platforms.
• Experience with commissioning quality processes and handover documentation.
• Experience developing quality dashboards and performance analytics.
• Knowledge of FIDIC contracts and associated QA/QC requirements.
• Strong leadership, team mentoring, and stakeholder management skills.

POSITION DETAILS

• Position: QA/QC Manager
• Department: Quality Assurance & Quality Control
• Location: KSA
• Work Setting: Onsite

PRODUCTIVITY TOOLS

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Electronic Quality Management Systems
• Document Control Platforms
• Quality Reporting and Dashboard Tools

Decima International is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to the safety and well-being of all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual ori