QA/QC Manager

Summit Line Construction; Vale (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top wages

Per diem

Great benefits

Safety culture

Career growth

Job summary

Probst Electric Inc. is seeking an experienced QA/QC Manager to join our team for the B2H project in Vale, Oregon, with travel to other locations.

You will drive quality across large utility construction programs, ensuring work adheres to specifications, codes, and client standards while leading field QA/QC activities. The role requires a strong background in electrical utility construction and a track record of planning, auditing, and coordinating corrective actions.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of QA/QC experience in electrical construction, preferably overhead transmission or distribution.
• Experience developing and implementing QA/QC plans and inspection procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specs, and contract documents.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• OSHA and/or other relevant safety and quality certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage QA/QC activities across electrical construction projects.
• Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific QA/QC plans and procedures.
• Perform inspections, audits, and quality reviews to verify compliance with project requirements.
• Review project documentation, testing records, inspection reports, and quality documentation.
• Identify quality issues, coordinate corrective actions, and monitor resolutions.
• Manage non-conformance reports and deficiency tracking through resolution.
• Work closely with project managers, superintendents, foremen, engineers, and field personnel to maintain quality standards.
• Coordinate with clients, inspectors, engineers, and other project stakeholders regarding quality requirements.
• Provide QA/QC guidance, training, and support to field personnel.
• Maintain accurate quality records and prepare project quality reports.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and lessons-learned programs.
• Travel extensively to project sites as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Reading drawings/specs

Auditing/Inspection

Non-conformance management

Documentation

Travel readiness

Safety awareness

QA/QC planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quality Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project documentation systems

Job description

About Us

A fully owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), Probst Electric Inc. is one of North America's premier utility construction companies. Probst Electric has offices in Heber City, Provo, and Salt Lake City, Utah; Caldwell and Rupert, Idaho. Probst Electric has successfully completed projects all over the United States and Canada.

Probst Electric specializes in high-voltage transmission line construction, design-build, and maintenance services for public and private sector utilities. Our construction specialties include transmission, distribution, drilling, underground, and renewables.

Probst Electric offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify.

About this Role

Probst Electric is seeking an experienced QA/QC Manager to join our growing team. This is a position that will initially support our Boardman to Hemingway (B2H) Project based in Vale, Oregon, with travel required to other locations as part of the role. This is a key position responsible for driving quality across major utility infrastructure projects and ensuring that construction activities are performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications, industry standards, and client requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical utility and overhead line construction, along with experience managing quality assurance and quality control activities on large-scale construction projects. The QA/QC Manager will be responsible for ensuring work is completed in accordance with project specifications, contract requirements, applicable codes and standards, and Probst Electric's quality expectations.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced electrical construction professional who wants to play a critical role in the successful delivery of large-scale electrical infrastructure projects while working with an experienced team and supporting projects throughout the company's operations.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage QA/QC activities across electrical construction projects.
• Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific QA/QC plans and procedures.
• Perform inspections, audits, and quality reviews to verify compliance with project requirements.
• Review project documentation, testing records, inspection reports, and quality documentation.
• Identify quality issues, coordinate corrective actions, and monitor resolutions.
• Manage non-conformance reports and deficiency tracking through resolution.
• Work closely with project managers, superintendents, foremen, engineers, and field personnel to maintain quality standards.
• Coordinate with clients, inspectors, engineers, and other project stakeholders regarding quality requirements.
• Provide QA/QC guidance, training, and support to field personnel.
• Maintain accurate quality records and prepare project quality reports.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and lessons-learned programs.
• Travel extensively to project sites as required.

What You’ll Bring

• 2 to 5 years of QA/QC experience in electrical construction, with a strong preference for overhead transmission or distribution line construction experience.
• Hands‑on experience with utility line construction, including transmission or distribution projects, is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of electrical utility construction practices, project specifications, testing, and applicable industry standards.
• Experience developing and implementing QA/QC plans and inspection procedures.
• Experience with quality audits, documentation, non-conformance management, and corrective actions.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project documentation systems.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively and work on remote project sites.
• OSHA and/or other relevant safety and quality certifications are a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field is preferred but not required.

What You’ll Get

At Probst Electric Inc., a proud subsidiary of Quanta Services (NYSE: PWR), you’ll join a team that takes pride in delivering high‑voltage transmission construction, design‑build solutions, and maintenance services for public and private utilities. With offices across Utah and Idaho and projects spanning the nation, we bring expertise in transmission, distribution, drilling, underground work, and renewable energy—along with a commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork in everything we do.

We Offer

• Earn top‑tier wages with additional per diem and travel pay when eligible.
• Enjoy exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) with a strong company match.
• Be part of an industry‑leading safety culture, strengthened by Quanta Services’ unwavering commitment to safety and its world‑class national training network.
• Access unlimited career growth opportunities and advance your future within the expansive Quanta family of companies.

Please Note: We are not engaging with external recruiters or agencies for this role. Kindly refrain from outreach regarding candidates.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.