QC Manager

W3Global Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Job summary

W3Global Inc. Georgetown, SC, seeks a QC Manager-MEP Fabrication & Construction to lead the quality program across fabrication and modular construction, from material receipt through field installation and commissioning.

You will own the ITP framework, coordinate NDE, manage weld documentation, conduct inspections, and ensure conformance to ASME, AWS, NFPA, and client requirements. Travel up to 10% and collaboration with engineering, procurement, and field teams.

Qualifications

• Proficient reading of P&IDs, piping isometrics, electrical single-lines, and drawings.
• Strong knowledge of ASME B31.1/B31.3, and AWS D1.1 welding requirements.
• Experience with NDE methods, testing protocols, and material traceability.
• Excel proficiency for punch lists, NCRs, and inspection tracking; project/QMS software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain NCR registers and lead root-cause investigations.
• Develop punch list tracking from issue to close-out.
• Oversee QC for fabricated piping, mechanical skids, and HVAC systems.
• Coordinate NDE with third-party inspection firms and review NDE reports.
• Manage weld documentation and WPS/PQR compliance.
• Conduct inspections and witness hydrostatic/ pneumatic tests.
• Verify material traceability and MTRs from receipt to installation.
• Review fabrication drawings and P&IDs for code compliance.
• Coordinate drawings revisions and RFIs across teams.
• Maintain revision-controlled drawings in shop and field.
• Ensure weld maps, spool sheets, and turnover packages are current.
• Provide QC oversight during modules, commissioning, and startup.
• Lead client walkdowns and punch-list close-out with AHJs and inspectors.

Skills

P&IDs reading

ASME B31.1/B31.3

AWS D1.1 welding

NDE methods

MS Excel

QMS software

Field travel

Tools

MS Excel

QMS software

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: QC Manager-MEP Fabrication & Construction
Location: Georgetown, SC

Overview: Summary

Be a part of an exciting and growing team, building complex mechanical, electrical, and structural systems for use all over the world. Our client is currently seeking driven individuals with proven performance in Quality Control. If you take pride in your profession and have high expectations of yourself and others, this is the opportunity for you.

The QC Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing a comprehensive Quality Control program across all phases of MEP fabrication and modular construction-from material receipt through field installation and final commissioning. This role serves as the primary owner of the company's ITP (Inspection & Test Plan) framework, weld quality, NDE coordination, punch list governance, and drawing review process.

The QC Manager works closely with production, engineering, procurement and field supervision to ensure that all deliverables meet client specifications, applicable codes and internal quality standards.

FLSA Status: Exempt - Salaried
Travel: Up to 10% (field startup, site audits, punch-list close-out)

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience and certifications. Benefits include health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, as well as paid time off and company holidays.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain Non-Conformance Report (NCR) registers, lead root-cause investigations, and manage corrective action implementation and close-out.
• Develop and administer punch list tracking systems from initial issuance through final project acceptance.
• Oversee quality control activities for fabricated piping and mechanical skids, modular process buildings, HVAC systems, electrical distribution assemblies, and structural supports.
• Coordinate non-destructive examination (NDE) activities, including RT, UT, MT, and PT, with certified third-party inspection firms; review and approve NDE reports.
• Manage weld documentation and traveler packages in accordance with ASME, AWS, and client-specific welding procedures (WPS/PQR).
• Conduct in-process, final dimensional, and visual inspections; witness hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing.
• Verify material traceability and documentation, including MTRs and certifications, from receipt through installation.
• Perform quality reviews of fabrication drawings, P&IDs, isometrics, equipment drawings, and single-line diagrams to ensure code compliance, constructability, and alignment with contract requirements.
• Coordinate drawing revisions and RFI processes between engineering, production, field teams, and clients.
• Maintain current revision-controlled drawings and documentation in both fabrication shops and field environments.
• Ensure weld maps, spool sheets, turnover packages, and as-built documentation are accurately maintained and archived.
• Provide QC oversight during module setting, mechanical completion, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Lead and participate in client and owner walkdowns, managing punch list development, assignment, tracking, and close-out.
• Interface with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), commissioning agents, third-party inspectors, and owner quality representatives.
• Conduct pre-shipment inspections to verify compliance with project quality requirements prior to release.
• Train shop and field personnel on quality procedures, inspection methods, documentation standards, and compliance requirements.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, ASME B31.3/B31.1, NFPA 70, AWS D1.1, and project-specific quality standards.
• Maintain welder qualification records and coordinate qualification and requalification testing as required.

Required Skills

• Proficient reading P&IDs, process piping isometrics, electrical single-lines, mechanical equipment drawings, and structural drawings.
• Solid understanding of ASME pressure piping codes (B31.1, B31.3), AWS D1.1 structural welding and NFPA 70 electrical installation requirements.
• Experience with NDE methods, pressure testing protocols, and material traceability documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for punch list, NCR, and inspection tracking; experience with project management or QMS software a plus.
• Regular time in a fabrication shop environment; exposure to noise, welding, grinding, and fabrication equipment.
• Field travel to active construction site.