Quality Assurance Manager

The Green Recruitment Company; Illinois; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Green Recruitment Company is seeking an experienced QA/QC Manager – Data Centers to lead quality assurance and control across large-scale data center construction projects in Illinois.

You will drive QA/QC planning, inspections, and documentation from preconstruction through turnover, coordinating with contractors, vendors, and client representatives to ensure compliance with codes and contract requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 7 years of QA/QC management experience within large-scale construction environments.
• At least 3 years of experience working on mission-critical or hyperscale data center projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction codes, standards, and specifications (ICC, NFPA, AISC, ASHRAE, IEEE, NEC).
• Proven experience managing and leading QA/QC teams on complex construction projects.
• Familiarity with owner standards within hyperscale data center environments.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Forma, BIM 360, Bluebeam, and CMiC.
• OSHA 30 certification required; NFPA 70E/Arc Flash and First Aid/ CPR preferred.
• Relevant quality certifications such as ASQ CQ, AWS-CWI, CQM-C, or ICC are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the project QA/QC program across large-scale data center construction projects.
• Plan, coordinate, and document quality inspections with subcontractors and vendors across structural, architectural, civil, and MEP systems.
• Ensure inspections and testing are properly executed for underground utilities, concrete, steel, prefabricated assemblies, and specialty systems.
• Monitor installation methods and workmanship to reduce defects, punch-list items, and rework.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, and project requirements to ensure compliance with contract documents, applicable codes, and quality standards.
• Conduct constructability and quality reviews during preconstruction and early trade coordination.
• Communicate project-specific quality requirements to internal project teams, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Lead QA/QC efforts from project kickoff through final handover and closeout.
• Develop and implement project-specific quality management plans aligned with contract requirements and established quality standards.
• Lead and manage a team of quality professionals responsible for site evaluations, reporting, inspections, and project-specific quality planning.
• Coordinate with client representatives and project leadership to resolve quality-related issues.
• Lead weekly QA/QC meetings with subcontractor quality personnel and other key stakeholders.
• Coordinate receipt inspections and oversee third-party testing and inspection agencies.
• Manage quality records, inspection reports, test results, deficiency logs, and other project documentation.
• Track and report KPIs relating to defect trends, rework costs, inspection performance, and overall quality outcomes.
• Issue and track Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCAs).
• Support timely corrective and remedial actions in collaboration with the wider project team.
• Participate in internal and external site audits and support the implementation of corrective actions.
• Ensure all required quality documentation is compiled for final turnover, including as-built documentation, O&M manuals, turnover packages, and client closeout requirements.
• Support a strong safety culture and ensure quality personnel actively participate in project safety programs and initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement and help identify opportunities to eliminate defects and waste throughout project execution.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Mentoring

Analytical thinking

Continuous improvement

Team building

Collaboration

Quality management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related

Tools

Autodesk Forma

BIM 360

Bluebeam

CMiC

Job description

We are seeking an experienced QA/QC Manager – Data Centers to lead and oversee all quality assurance and quality control activities on large-scale, mission-critical construction projects.

This is a key leadership role responsible for driving quality throughout the full project lifecycle, from preconstruction and early trade coordination through installation, inspection, commissioning support, and final turnover. The QA/QC Manager will work closely with project teams, subcontractors, vendors, client representatives, and third-party inspection agencies to ensure all work is delivered in accordance with project requirements, applicable codes, specifications, and quality standards.

The successful candidate will bring strong experience in large-scale construction, a deep understanding of mission-critical and hyperscale data center environments, and the ability to lead teams while proactively identifying and resolving quality issues before they impact the project.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the project QA/QC program across large-scale data center construction projects.
• Plan, coordinate, and document quality inspections with subcontractors and vendors across structural, architectural, civil, and mission-critical MEP systems.
• Ensure inspections and testing are properly executed for underground utilities, concrete, steel, prefabricated assemblies, and specialty systems.
• Monitor installation methods and workmanship to reduce defects, punch-list items, and rework.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, and project requirements to ensure compliance with contract documents, applicable codes, and quality standards.
• Conduct constructability and quality reviews during preconstruction and early trade coordination.
• Communicate project-specific quality requirements to internal project teams, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Lead QA/QC efforts from project kickoff through final handover and closeout.
• Develop and implement project-specific quality management plans aligned with contract requirements and established quality standards.
• Lead and manage a team of quality professionals responsible for site evaluations, reporting, inspections, and project-specific quality planning.
• Coordinate with client representatives and project leadership to resolve quality-related issues.
• Lead weekly QA/QC meetings with subcontractor quality personnel and other key stakeholders.
• Coordinate receipt inspections and oversee third-party testing and inspection agencies.
• Manage quality records, inspection reports, test results, deficiency logs, and other project documentation.
• Track and report KPIs relating to defect trends, rework costs, inspection performance, and overall quality outcomes.
• Issue and track Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCAs).
• Support timely corrective and remedial actions in collaboration with the wider project team.
• Participate in internal and external site audits and support the implementation of corrective actions.
• Ensure all required quality documentation is compiled for final turnover, including as-built documentation, O&M manuals, turnover packages, and client closeout requirements.
• Support a strong safety culture and ensure quality personnel actively participate in project safety programs and initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement and help identify opportunities to eliminate defects and waste throughout project execution.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 7 years of QA/QC management experience within large-scale construction environments.
• At least 3 years of experience working on mission-critical or hyperscale data center projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction codes, standards, and specifications, including areas such as ICC, NFPA, AISC, ASHRAE, IEEE, and NEC.
• Proven experience managing and leading QA/QC teams on complex construction projects.
• Strong understanding of structural, architectural, civil, and MEP construction scopes.
• Experience coordinating inspections, testing, audits, and quality documentation.
• Familiarity with owner standards and requirements within hyperscale data center environments.
• Proficiency with construction and project management software such as Autodesk Forma, BIM 360, Bluebeam, and CMiC.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• OSHA 30 certification required.
• NFPA 70E / Arc Flash training preferred.
• First Aid and CPR certification preferred.
• Relevant quality certifications such as ASQ Certified Quality Manager, AWS-CWI, CQM-C, or ICC are highly desirable.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong leadership and people-management capabilities.
• A proactive and detail-oriented approach to quality management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to build strong working relationships with project teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to identify issues early and drive effective corrective actions.
• Experience mentoring and developing quality professionals.
• A results-driven approach with a strong sense of accountability.
• The ability to work collaboratively across multiple disciplines and project stakeholders.

Why This Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced QA/QC professional to take a leadership role on some of the most complex and high-profile projects within the rapidly growing data center and mission-critical construction market.

You will play a direct role in shaping how work is planned, installed, inspected, and delivered, while leading quality teams and working alongside major construction stakeholders to ensure projects meet demanding performance and turnover requirements.

If you are passionate about quality, enjoy leading teams, and have a proven track record delivering large-scale mission-critical projects, we would love to hear from you.