QA/QC Manager

McKinstry Company; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 89,010 - 151,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Comprehensive medical benefits

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Community service time

Job summary

McKinstry Company is seeking a QA/QC Manager to join our Data Center Innovations group in Pasco, WA. This role is crucial for ensuring quality assurance and control in field installations across data center projects.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in mechanical construction with at least 5 years of experience. Responsibilities include leading QAQC activities and ensuring compliance with best practices. We offer competitive pay, robust benefits, and opportunities for professional advancement.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant construction experience with at least 2 years in QA/QC.
• Experience leading QAQC on large, complex construction projects.
• Hands-on experience with QAQC commissioning platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead QAQC execution for mechanical installations.
• Ensure verification of systems according to standards.
• Coordinate QAQC activities with project teams.

Skills

Mechanical construction field installation

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Tools

CxAlloy

Job description

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy‑related carbon emissions. We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

Opportunity with McKinstry

McKinstry is looking for a QA/QC Manager to join our Data Center Innovations group in Pasco, WA. The QA-QC Manager - Field Installation leads and standardizes quality assurance and quality control for field installation activities across DCI data center projects. This role verifies mechanical and related systems are installed in accordance with contract documents, specifications, McKinstry standards, and best practices, with real-time verification and documentation captured in CxAlloy and supporting digital tools. Additional responsibilities may include:

• Lead QAQC execution for mechanical piping, HVAC, equipment installation, and related systems.
• Embed QAQC activities into daily and weekly field workflows without disrupting production.
• Own setup and execution of QAQC checklists, assets, locations, and issues within CxAlloy.
• Ensure consistent photo documentation, shop drawing markups, and real-time issue tracking; proactively identify and resolve installation issues prior to commissioning and punch.
• Coordinate QAQC activities with Superintendents, Foremen, PMs, vendors, subcontractors, Project Controls, and Commissioning; standardize processes and capture lessons learned across DCI projects.

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry

• Strong background in mechanical construction field installation.
• 5 years of relevant construction experience with at least 2 years experience in QA/QC. Experience leading QAQC on large, complex construction projects (data centers preferred).
• Hands‑on experience with CxAlloy or similar digital QAQC / commissioning platforms.
• Ability to work directly with field crews and lead quality discussions effectively.
• Strong documentation, organization, and communication skills (including photo documentation, shop drawing markups, and issue tracking).

Preferred

• Prior leadership or management experience, with experience in coaching, feedback, employee development and performance management.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit‑sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• “Building Good” paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $89,010 - $151,300 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug‑free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre‑employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer‑sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.