Industrial Quality Manager

Beck & Pollitzer USA; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial engineering firm located in Spartanburg, South Carolina is hiring a Quality Manager to oversee quality assurance and control throughout project execution. The role demands a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 7–10 years of experience in quality management within construction or manufacturing. Responsibilities include developing the Quality Management System, conducting site inspections, and collaborating with various teams to ensure compliance. This position requires 100% travel.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in Quality Management within industrial engineering, construction, or manufacturing environments.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and project quality requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with ISO standards.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Manage non-conformances through investigation and corrective actions.

Skills

Quality Management

ISO 9001

Stakeholder Management

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Solutions-Oriented Approach

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Construction Management

Tools

Quality Management Systems

Auditing Techniques

Job description

Summary of Primary Functions:

The Quality Manager is responsible for leading and embedding quality assurance and quality control across complex, project-driven industrial engineering and installation programs. The role ensures that quality requirements are integrated into every phase of project execution—from tender and design through procurement, site installation, commissioning, and handover.

Aligned with Beck & Pollitzer’s execution model, the Quality Manager supports fast-paced, multi-site delivery environments, working closely with Operations, Project Management, Engineering, Procurement, and Site Teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, compliantly, and right-first-time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO 9001 and client-specific requirements
• Ensure quality policies, procedures, and controls are aligned with operational and project execution needs
• Maintain consistency of quality standards across multiple sites and project locations
• Embed quality requirements into project execution plans, schedules, and work methodologies
• Develop and oversee project-specific Quality Plans, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and checklists
• Monitor quality performance across engineering, procurement, fabrication, logistics, and installation activities
• Conduct site inspections and quality surveillance to ensure compliance with specifications and standards
• Manage non-conformances (NCRs), including investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions
• Identify systemic quality risks and drive proactive mitigation strategies
• Lead lessons-learned reviews and continuous improvement initiatives across projects
• Act as the primary quality point of contact for clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and auditors
• Support client quality audits, inspections, and reviews
• Provide guidance, coaching, and support to Project Managers, Site Managers, and Supervisors on quality requirements
• Support supplier and subcontractor qualification, audits, and performance assessments
• Ensure quality requirements are clearly defined in procurement and subcontract documents
• Monitor supplier quality performance and address issues impacting project delivery
• Plan and conduct internal quality audits and support external certification and client audits
• Maintain accurate quality records, reports, and documentation
• Track and report quality KPIs, trends, and performance metrics to senior leadership

Experience, Qualifications and Key Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Construction Management, or a related discipline
• 7–10+ years of experience in Quality Management within industrial engineering, construction, manufacturing, or project-based environments
• Demonstrated experience supporting site-based and execution-heavy projects
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001 and project quality requirements
• Experience working across multiple projects and locations
• Strong understanding of industrial installation, fabrication, and commissioning processes
• Experience developing and implementing Quality Plans and ITPs
• Proficiency with quality management systems, auditing techniques, and reporting tools
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contractual requirements
• Delivery-focused mindset with strong attention to detail
• Proactive and solutions-oriented approach
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to influence site teams and embed quality culture in fast-paced environments
• Comfortable balancing compliance with operational delivery demands

Travel Required:

100%

This job description is not a contract for employment. Employment with Beck & Pollitzer USA is at will and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.

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