QA/QC Manager - Skilled Trades

Torrey Holistics; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrey Holistics is seeking a QA/QC Manager to develop, implement, and enforce quality programs for a specialty piping contractor serving industrial and commercial markets under union agreements. This role ensures piping systems are fabricated, installed, inspected, and tested in full compliance with ASME, API, and client specifications.

You will lead audits, manage ITPs, WPS/PQR, and material traceability; coordinate NDE activities; and supervise field QC inspectors, interfacing with Owners,

Qualifications

• 8+ years of QA/QC in industrial piping projects
• Experience administering ASME B31.1/B31.3 piping programs
• Proven supervisory experience on union construction projects
• AWS CWI certification or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce the company QMS for piping projects.
• Prepare ITPs, WPS/PQR packages and QA records.
• Coordinate NDE activities and review reports.
• Manage field QC Inspectors and interface with OI, AI, and AIA.
• Ensure compliance with ASME, AWS, API, ANSI, and OSHA standards.

Job description

**QA/QC MANAGER***Quality Assurance & Quality Control | Piping Division***Reports To:**Senior Director of Capital Project Operations**FLSA Status:**Exempt – Salaried**Department:**Quality Assurance & Quality Control**Travel Required:**Up to 40% – Project sites, client facilities, fabrication shops**Union Affiliation:**Non-union management position; oversight of union craft workforce**Revision Date:**2026| | | |**POSITION SUMMARY**The QA/QC Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing all quality assurance and quality control programs for a specialty piping contractor performing industrial and commercial work under collective bargaining agreements. This position ensures that all piping systems—including process, utility, steam, high-purity, and cryogenic—are fabricated, installed, inspected, and tested in full compliance with applicable codes, client specifications, and regulatory requirements. The QA/QC Manager serves as the company's primary quality authority and interfaces directly with clients, third-party inspectors, union stewards, and jurisdictional authorities.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**Quality Program ManagementDevelop, maintain, and continuously improve the company Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with ASME, AWS, API, ANSI, and client-specific standardsAuthor, revise, and distribute Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), Quality Control Plans (QCPs), Welding Procedure Specifications (WPSs), and Procedure Qualification Records (PQRs)Establish and manage document control systems, including NCR (Non-Conformance Report) tracking, corrective action workflows (CAR/PAR), and quality record retentionConduct internal audits and lead third-party or client audit preparations; respond to audit findings with corrective action plansWelding & Fabrication OversightAdminister and maintain the company's welder and weld operator qualification program per ASME Section IX, AWS D1.1, D1.6, and applicable codesReview and approve WPS/PQR packages; coordinate third-party destructive and non-destructive testing labsOversee all weld mapping, joint tracking, and heat treatment documentation for piping fabrication and installationCoordinate NDE activities including RT, UT, MT, PT, VT, and PMI; review and accept NDE reportsField & Inspection CoordinationManage field QC Inspectors and coordinate with Owner's Inspector (OI), Owner's Authorized Inspector (AI), and Authorized Inspection Agency (AIA) representativesConduct or oversee pipe system testing including hydrostatic, pneumatic, leak, and functional tests per code and project requirementsEnforce material control procedures including material traceability, heat number verification, and positive material identification (PMI)Perform and document in-process and final inspections of pipe supports, hangers, flange assemblies, and specialty componentsRegulatory Compliance & Code AuthorityMaintain current knowledge of applicable codes: ASME B31.1, B31.3, B31.9, B31.12; ASME Section I, VIII; OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and 1926Serve as the company's designated Code Authority for ASME pressure piping programs; interface with the Authorized Inspection AgencyEnsure compliance with jurisdictional requirements for permits, hydrostatic tests, and code stamps where applicableMaintain awareness of union contract quality provisions and ensure consistent application across all craftsClient & Stakeholder RelationsServe as the primary quality point of contact for clients, owner representatives, and regulatory agenciesParticipate in pre-construction meetings, design reviews, and constructability meetings to address quality requirementsReview and respond to client RFIs, NCRs, and quality-related submittal requirementsPrepare and present quality performance metrics, KPIs, and trend analyses to leadership and client teamsTeam Leadership & TrainingRecruit, supervise, mentor, and evaluate field QC Inspectors and Quality CoordinatorsDevelop and deliver craft and staff training programs on quality standards, inspection techniques, and code complianceCollaborate with union stewards and foremen to build a culture of quality at the craft levelPartner with project managers and estimators to integrate quality requirements into project planning and scheduling**QUALIFICATIONS**EducationBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical field preferredAssociate's degree in a related field with commensurate experience will be consideredHigh school diploma or GED with 12+ years of progressive quality management experience in industrial piping may substitute for degreeExperienceMinimum 8 years of experience in quality assurance/quality control in industrial piping construction or fabricationMinimum 5 years in a supervisory or lead QC role on union construction projectsDemonstrated experience administering ASME pressure piping programs (B31.1 and/or B31.3 required)Hands-on experience in a pipe fabrication shop environment strongly preferredFamiliarity with union collective bargaining agreements and labor relations in a construction environmentCertifications (Required or Strongly Preferred)AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) – RequiredASME Inspector qualification or equivalent – Strongly preferredASNT Level II or III in RT, UT, MT, and/or PT – PreferredAPI 570 Piping Inspector Certification – PreferredOSHA 30-Hour Construction – Required (must obtain within 90 days if not current)Technical SkillsThorough knowledge of ASME B31.1, B31.3, B31.9, ASME Section IX, AWS D1.1/D1.6, and applicable OSHA standardsProficiency in developing and managing QMS documentation, ITPs, WPS/PQR packages, and material traceability systemsExperience with Procore, Bluebeam, or equivalent construction management and document control softwareAbility to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, isometrics, and fabrication drawingsSolid working knowledge of NDE methods and acceptance criteria**WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS**Work is performed both in an office environment and on active construction sites, including industrial plants, refineries, power generation facilities, and commercial buildingsFrequent exposure to outdoor elements, elevated structures, confined spaces, and industrial hazards—appropriate PPE required at all times on siteMust be physically able to climb ladders and scaffolding, work at heights, navigate tight spaces, and stand/walk for extended periodsValid driver's license required; reliable transportation necessary for local site travelMust be able to pass client-required background checks, drug screens, and site access requirements, which may include DISA enrollmentYou should be proficient in:Quality Inspection ExperienceConstruction ManagementOSHA 10-Hour Certification (OSHA 10)Quality Control ExperienceBlueprint ReadingASMECWIMachines & technologies you'll use:Quality Control SoftwareBluebeamCertified Welding InspectorProCore