Electrical Quality Assurance Representative – Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 155,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy is searching for an Electrical Quality Assurance Representative to oversee large-scale data center construction projects. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with electrical and mechanical system standards and will communicate findings effectively. A minimum of 5 years’ experience in electrical or quality assurance environments is required, along with knowledge of electrical codes. The role offers a salary between $155,000 and $170,000 per year and involves hybrid working and significant travel.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of electrical, construction, or quality assurance experience.
• Experience in data center construction is advantageous.
• Physical ability to work in an active construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Support large‑scale data center construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with project drawings and specifications.
• Prepare daily and weekly reports summarizing inspections.

Skills

Electrical engineering concepts

Knowledge of electrical codes

Quality assurance

Collaboration in cross-functional environments

Field construction experience

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Project Management (or PMP) certification

Job description

Electrical Quality Assurance Representative – Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend is seeking an Electrical Quality Assurance Representative to support large‑scale data center construction projects for a prominent technology client. The role serves as the owners’ representative, ensuring that electrical and mechanical systems are installed and tested in compliance with project drawings, specifications, and quality program requirements.

Responsibilities

• This is a hybrid role; remote work is expected when not on site. Candidate must be willing to travel to project sites across the US. Anticipated travel frequency is 50–75% of the time.
• Ensure compliance with the client’s quality program and project‑specific drawings and specifications through routine inspections of electrical and mechanical components and systems.
• Use an electronic field device and associated software to communicate and track inspection results and note deficiencies throughout construction and early commissioning.
• Prepare daily and weekly reports summarizing inspections performed and their results.
• Track documented inspection issues and follow them through to resolution.
• Identify installation trends, conduct root‑cause analysis, and recommend process improvements.
• Attend weekly team calls and client meetings as needed.
• Support creation of checklists for tasks performed and additional project‑related documentation.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of electrical, construction, or quality assurance experience, with 2+ years in complex, mission‑critical facilities (data center, hospital, or large‑scale construction).
• Requisite knowledge and application of electrical and building codes.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems—means, methods, materials, and industry standards.
• Thorough understanding of electrical engineering concepts and ability to communicate ideas effectively.
• Field construction experience.
• Collaboration in cross‑functional, high‑tech environments.
• Experience in data center construction is advantageous.
• Project Management (or PMP) certification and a degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Physical ability to walk distances on uneven sites, climb small ladders, and work in an active construction environment.

Salary

The full‑time role offers a base salary range of $155,000–$170,000 per year. The range reflects base salary only and may vary based on experience and qualifications.

EEO Statement

Turner & Townsend is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.