Construction Manager - Mechanical QA/QC

Iris Energy; Sweetwater (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

IREN is seeking a Construction Manager - Mechanical QA/QC to lead the mechanical QA/QC program across multiple data center construction projects, focusing on advanced liquid cooling systems for high-performance compute environments.

You will mentor QA/QC supervisors and inspectors, develop and enforce QA/QC plans, and partner with Engineering, Construction, and Commissioning leadership to manage risk, drive standards, and ensure safety and reliability through the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in mechanical QA/QC or inspection in industrial construction, including at least 5 years with liquid cooling systems in data centers or similar environments.
• Proven leadership experience managing multi-site QA/QC teams or large-scale industrial construction quality programs.
• Certifications such as ASQ CQI, AWS CWI, or NDT Level I/II preferred.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience developing QA/QC plans, processes, and inspection strategies.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and decision‑making skills.
• Expertise with quality management systems, audit processes, and root cause analysis.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical QA/QC program across multiple data center projects, ensuring alignment with company quality standards and client requirements.
• Manage and develop QA/QC Supervisors, inspectors, and subcontractor quality teams.
• Establish, refine, and enforce mechanical QA/QC procedures, inspection test plans (ITPs), and quality documentation standards.
• Oversee inspection activities, non‑conformance management, and quality assurance processes at the program level.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Construction, and Commissioning leadership to ensure integrated project planning and risk mitigation.
• Support design reviews and provide quality input on constructability, liquid cooling design, and mechanical system performance requirements.
• Lead root cause analyses and corrective action planning for quality issues across sites.
• Review and approve final QA/QC documentation packages for project turnover.
• Track key quality metrics and report performance trends to executive leadership.
• Coordinate third‑party inspections, audits, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, standardization, and training across the quality organization.
• Serve as the primary mechanical quality authority for contractors, vendors, and engineering partners.

Skills

Leadership

QA/QC

Inspection

Process improvement

Root cause analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Construction Management

Tools

ITPs

Audits

Job description

Job Type: Full-time | Location: Sweetwater, Texas | Department: Construction | Reporting to: Associate Director, Construction | Work Location: #onsite

IREN is a vertically integrated AI Cloud provider, delivering large-scale data centers and GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN’s platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and power in renewable-rich regions across North America, Europe and APAC.

The Construction Manager -Mechanical QA/QC plays a critical leadership role in delivering the mechanical integrity behind next-generation, mission-critical data centers. In this position, you’ll own and drive the mechanical quality strategy across multiple large-scale construction and retrofit projects, with a strong focus on advanced liquid cooling systems that enable high-performance compute environments. You’ll lead and mentor QA/QC Supervisors and Inspectors, partner closely with Engineering, Construction, and Commissioning leadership, and serve as the mechanical quality authority—setting standards, mitigating risk, and ensuring every system meets the highest levels of performance, safety, and reliability throughout the project lifecycle.

With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way – responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.

Job requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Minimum 10 years of experience in mechanical QA/QC or inspection in industrial construction, including at least 5 years with liquid cooling systems in data centers or similar environments.

Proven leadership experience managing multi-site QA/QC teams or large-scale industrial construction quality programs.

Certifications such as ASQ CQI, AWS CWI, or NDT Level I/II preferred.

OSHA 10 or 30 certification is a plus.

Demonstrated experience developing QA/QC plans, processes, and inspection strategies.

Strong analytical, organizational, and decision‑making skills.

Expertise with quality management systems, audit processes, and root cause analysis.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight project deadlines.

Other important requirements

• Pre-employment screening, including background check and substance testing may be required according to company policies.
• Must provide own steel‑toed work boots; other PPE will be supplied.
• Must be able to reliably commute to the work site daily or have plans to relocate before starting work.
• Must be comfortable working a rotational schedule, which includes day and night shifts as well as weekend work, based on project needs.
• Employees working night shifts will receive a 15% premium added to their hourly rate only for hours worked during night shifts.

Job responsibilities

Lead the mechanical QA/QC program across multiple data center projects, ensuring alignment with company quality standards and client requirements.

• Manage and develop QA/QC Supervisors, inspectors, and subcontractor quality teams.
• Establish, refine, and enforce mechanical QA/QC procedures, inspection test plans (ITPs), and quality documentation standards.
• Oversee inspection activities, non‑conformance management, and quality assurance processes at the program level.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Construction, and Commissioning leadership to ensure integrated project planning and risk mitigation.
• Support design reviews and provide quality input on constructability, liquid cooling design, and mechanical system performance requirements.
• Lead root cause analyses and corrective action planning for quality issues across sites.
• Review and approve final QA/QC documentation packages for project turnover.
• Track key quality metrics and report performance trends to executive leadership.
• Coordinate third‑party inspections, audits, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, standardization, and training across the quality organization.
• Serve as the primary mechanical quality authority for contractors, vendors, and engineering partners.

At IREN, we offer a comprehensive, market‑competitive total rewards package designed to support employees’ well‑being, career advancement, and financial wealth. Our offerings reflect our commitment to Proceed with Purpose while rewarding high performance and long‑term growth.

Compensation

• The expected hourly rate for this role is $70.00 USD.
  • Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications.
• Per Diem amount of $180.00 and project allowance, when applicable
• 15% night‑shift premium for eligible roles, when applicable
• Overtime compensation for non‑exempt workers for hours worked over 40 per week
• Relocation and Living‑out‑allowance (as applicable and based on successful candidate circumstances)

Health & Wellness

• 100% company paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, and vision) for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents
• Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) – when combined with the High‑Deductible Health Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Retirement & Financial Wealth

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid professional development and access to financial planning and legal services

Time Off & Leave Programs

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

Growth & Development

• Professional development to support certifications, continuing education, or role related training

Community & Culture

• Company events and team‑building activities

We value diverse perspectives and believe that skills can be developed. If you’re passionate about this role, we want to hear from you — whether you meet every criteria or not. Your unique experiences might be exactly what we need!

IE US Operations Inc., the employing entity and proud member of the IREN group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are committed to evaluating qualified applicants and do not discriminate against protected characteristics under applicable legislation.

IE US Operations, Inc. “IREN” participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.