Project Quality Lead

Kiwa; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

PPI Quality & Engineering is seeking a Project Quality Lead (PQL) for a client facility in Joliet, Illinois. The PQL will plan, perform, and lead quality assurance audits across oil and gas operations, ensuring compliance with international, regulatory, and industry standards.

The role requires coordinating the PQMS and surveillance programs throughout the project duration. Ideal candidates have 10+ years of QA experience, ability to relocate locally in Illinois, and readiness to travel.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in quality auditing or QA management.
• Local to Illinois or willing to relocate at your own expense.
• Available to start as soon as possible.
• Willing to work a 4/10 shift (OT possible) or a 5/8 shift.
• Willing to travel for business when required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, perform, and lead quality assurance audits across projects.
• Develop and maintain the Project Quality Plan and related procedures.
• Coordinate development and execution of the quality audit program.
• Identify, report, and resolve non-conformances and quality issues.
• Interface with project management and disciplines to ensure PQMS resources and compliance.

Skills

Quality audit leadership

Regulatory compliance

Project coordination

Stakeholder communication

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.