Project Quality Lead

PPI Quality & Engineering, LLC; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

PPI Quality & Engineering, LLC in Joliet, Illinois, is seeking a QA Lead Auditor to plan, perform, and lead quality assurance audits across oil and gas operations, ensuring compliance with international, regulatory, and industry standards.

As an independent contractor, you will develop and maintain the Project Quality Plan and related surveillance programs, coordinate cross-functional interfaces, and drive non-conformances to closure.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in QA/audit roles.
• Experience implementing PQMS and QA processes.
• Ability to coordinate cross-disciplinary teams and audits.

Responsibilities

• Plan, perform, and lead quality assurance audits across oil and gas operations.
• Develop, implement and maintain the PQMS and Project Quality Plan.
• Coordinate development and execution of quality audit programs and surveillance tools.

Skills

Quality audits

Quality management

Project quality plans

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Job Summary

PPI Quality & Engineering is a global provider of quality assurance, engineering, and inspection services to the energy industry and is strengthening its audit capability with a QA Lead Auditor. In this role, you will plan, perform, and lead quality assurance audits across oil and gas operations, ensuring compliance with international, regulatory, and industry standards. We are currently seeking experienced Project Quality Lead for a client facility in Joliet, Illinois

About The Role

• The PQL ensures the effective implementation of the PQP throughout the project’s duration. PQL is responsible to:
• Develop, implement and maintain the PQMS, including
• Developing and maintaining the Project Quality Plan, Control Procedures and Procurement and Construction Surveillance Programs
• Ensuring development of Engineering Surveillance Programs
• Coordinating development of Surveillance tools for specific work scopes
• Coordinating Quality Scorecard program across Project and discussing Project Quality Scorecard with PT Management
• Coordinate development and execution of quality audit program for the Project
• Ensure non-conformances and quality issues are identified, reported and resolved
• Establish and implement project’s quality reporting and metrics program
• Maintain interfaces, including:
• Interfacing with Project Management to ensure appropriate engagement in providing resources, support and direction for the PQMS
• Interfacing with other disciplines (e.g., Engineering, Construction, Operations, etc.) in matters relating to Quality, including input and execution of interfacing documents (e.g., Training Plan, MOC Plan, Org Plan) and execution of the PQMS

Do you have what it takes?

To Be Considered, Candidates Should Have

• 10+ years of experience
• Local to Illinois or willing to permanentley relocate at your own expense
• Be available as soon as possible
• Agreeable to a 4/10 shift with the option for OT, or 5/8 shift
• Available for business travel as required

What can you expect from us in return?

At PPI Quality & Engineering, you’ll join a dynamic, growing organization that values collaboration, expertise, and flexibility. As an independent contractor, you’ll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects across diverse clients, gain exposure to industry-leading practices, and engage with a supportive network of professionals. We provide clear communication, timely compensation, and a safe, compliant work environment, all while empowering you to manage your schedule and grow your skills in a fast-paced, innovative setting.