QAQC Lead

DPR Construction; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking an experienced QA/QC Lead to oversee quality assurance and control for modular product assembly at their Houston Prefabrication Assembly Facility. You will supervise quality inspectors, implement quality programs, and prepare quality reports.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Quality Management with 3–5 years of experience in QA/QC within modular assembly, and proficiency in inspection tools.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in QA/QC within modular assembly or manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with prefabrication workflows and industrialized construction.
• Safety-conscious and compliance-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Supervise line side quality inspectors.
• Provide training on QA/QC standards and safety compliance.
• Implement DPR’s QA/QC program and project-specific quality plans.
• Document inspection results and manage non-conformance processes.
• Prepare quality reports for internal stakeholders.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Lean manufacturing knowledge

Ability to lead teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Quality Management

Tools

ACC

SmartSheet

CMM for HAC assemblies

Job description

DPR Construction is seeking an experienced QA/QC Lead who will oversee quality assurance and control for modular product assembly at the Houston Prefabrication Assembly Facility (PAF). This role ensures compliance with DPR’s quality playbook, project-specific QC plans, and client requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise line side quality inspectors.
• Provide training on QA/QC standards, inspection protocols, and safety compliance.
• Implement DPR’s QA/QC program and project-specific quality plans.
• Maintain alignment with End User standards and DPR’s quality playbook.
• Conduct dimensional checks and verify tolerances using advanced tools (e.g., CMM for HAC assemblies).
• Ensure calibration and maintenance of inspection equipment.
• Document inspection results and manage non-conformance processes (tag, quarantine, vendor notification).
• Collaborate with assembly leads and manufacturing engineers to optimize workflows for work cells (Electrical Insert, Poly Containment, Pipe Assembly, Bunking).
• Support lessons‑learned integration from test builds and maintain QA/QC records.
• Prepare quality reports for internal stakeholders and client review.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, leadership, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to lead cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced assembly environment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to interpret fabrication drawings and assembly schematics.
• Proficiency in inspection tools and digital QA/QC systems (ACC, SmartSheet).
• Safety‑conscious and compliance‑driven mindset.

Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field (or equivalent experience). 3–5 years in QA/QC within modular assembly or manufacturing environments; familiarity with prefabrication workflows and industrialized construction.

Physical Requirements

• Work onsite at the Houston Prefabrication Assembly Facility.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Equal Opportunity Employment

DPR is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at DPR are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical or mental disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. DPR will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Read more in our EEOE Policy.