Data Center QA/QC

Kelly Digital Infrastructure; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OSHA 10/30 certification

Job summary

Kelly Digital Infrastructure seeks an experienced Data Center Mechanical QA/QC Specialist to join a field engineering team. You will oversee QA/QC, commissioning oversight, and test verification for large-scale data center construction projects in a client-driven environment.

You will perform daily field inspections of mechanical systems, review FATs, enforce safety protocols, and manage NCRs and punch lists.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct QA/QC or commissioning experience in data center, mission-critical, or large-scale industrial construction.
• 5+ years of total field construction or inspection experience.
• Deep knowledge of mechanical system installation, TAB, hydronic systems, and HVAC controls.
• Working understanding of electrical and BMS integration.
• Proficiency with construction and commissioning platforms such as CxAlloy, Bluebeam, Procore, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards (ASHRAE, NEC, NFPA).

Responsibilities

• Perform proactive daily field walkdowns and independent QA/QC inspections across mechanical installations (CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, VFDs, pumps, hydronic piping, and TAB verification).
• Conduct pre-functional verification, review FAT results, and audit trade inspection checklists to confirm equipment readiness for startup and functional testing.
• Work with the Energy Marshall, general contractors, and trade partners to ensure LOTO protocols and safety verifications are completed prior to energization and system testing.
• Identify non-conformances, issue NCRs, track punch lists, and manage corrective actions/retesting through resolution.
• Prepare, maintain, and audit QA/QC records, ITPs, MOPs, and test verification packages within project management software.
• Partner with client representatives, engineering teams, and trade contractors to maintain schedule alignment, report progress, and mitigate project risks.

Skills

QA/QC experience

Data center

TAB

Hydronic systems

HVAC controls

FAT review

Cx tools

LOTO safety

Building codes

Tools

CxAlloy

Bluebeam

Procore

Job description

Data Center Mechanical QA/QC Specialist / Site Inspector

Our client is seeking an experienced Data Center Mechanical QA/QC Specialist to join a dedicated field engineering team supporting quality assurance, quality control, and commissioning (Cx) oversight for large-scale, mission-critical data center construction projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform proactive daily field walkdowns and independent QA/QC inspections across mechanical installations (CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, VFDs, pumps, hydronic piping, and TAB verification).
• Conduct pre-functional verification, review Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) results, and audit trade inspection checklists to confirm equipment readiness for startup and functional testing.
• Work closely with the Energy Marshall, general contractors, and trade partners to ensure strict Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols and safety verifications are completed prior to energization and system testing.
• Identify non-conformances, issue Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), track punch lists, and manage corrective actions/retesting through resolution.
• Prepare, maintain, and audit QA/QC records, Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), MOPs, and test verification packages within project management software.
• Partner with client representatives, engineering teams, and trade contractors to maintain schedule alignment, report progress, and mitigate project risks.

SKILLS

• 3+ years of direct QA/QC or commissioning experience in data center, mission-critical, or large-scale industrial construction environments.
• 5+ years of total field construction or inspection experience.
• Deep knowledge of mechanical system installation, TAB (Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing), hydronic systems, and HVAC controls, alongside a working understanding of supporting electrical and BMS integration.
• Proficiency with construction and commissioning platforms such as CxAlloy, Bluebeam, Procore, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards (ASHRAE, NEC, NFPA).

NICE TOHAVE

• Active OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.