Construction QC Lead - Quality & Compliance

Primoris Pipeline, Inc.; Arizona; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Best-in-class medical/dental/vision

401(k) with company match

ESPP

Pet coverage

Legal assistance coverage

Job summary

Primoris Pipeline, Inc. seeks a seasoned QC Manager to oversee quality control across projects, developing robust QMS and ensuring conformance to ISO/AISC/API standards. You will lead QC inspectors, perform audits, and drive continuous improvement while coordinating with clients and regulators.

The role requires a Civil/Mechanical/Electrical engineering background, 8–10 years in QC/QA, and 3–5 years in leadership, with strong communication skills and travel flexibility to project sites.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of progressive QC/QA experience in construction or heavy industry.
• 3–5 years in a leadership/managerial role supervising QC personnel.
• Strong knowledge of industry codes (ASTM, AWS, ASME, API).
• Certifications such as ASQ CQM or AWS CWI are desirable.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive Quality Control Plan for all assigned projects, ensuring alignment with client requirements, industry standards, and company best practices.
• Lead and manage a team of QC inspectors and technicians, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of ongoing work, materials, and processes to identify non-conformities and ensure compliance with specifications and codes.
• Oversee the calibration and maintenance of all QC equipment.
• Review and approve project-specific quality documentation, including inspection and test plans (ITPs), material submittals, and welding procedures.
• Investigate root causes of quality issues, implement corrective and preventative actions, and monitor their effectiveness.
• Prepare and submit detailed QC reports, non-conformance reports (NCRs), and other required documentation to project management and clients.
• Liaise with clients, third-party inspectors, and regulatory bodies regarding quality-related matters.
• Participate in project planning meetings to ensure quality considerations are integrated from the outset.
• Promote a culture of quality awareness and continuous improvement within the project teams.
• Ensure all safety regulations and company policies are strictly followed during quality control activities.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Verbal & written communication

MS Office & QMS software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Quality management software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Primoris Pipeline, Inc. seeks a seasoned QC Manager to oversee quality control across projects, developing robust QMS and ensuring conformance to ISO/AISC/API standards. You will lead QC inspectors, perform audits, and drive continuous improvement while coordinating with clients and regulators.

The role requires a Civil/Mechanical/Electrical engineering background, 8–10 years in QC/QA, and 3–5 years in leadership, with strong communication skills and travel flexibility to project sites.