Quality Manager

GRIDWORKS; Arkansas; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

GRIDWORKS seeks a Quality Manager to ensure top-tier workmanship and compliance across solar and BESS construction sites. You will lead inspections, mentor field teams, and drive QA/QC programs in multi-site projects.

Responsibilities include managing NCRs, coordinating with subcontractors and construction teams, and reporting quality metrics to project leadership while maintaining comprehensive inspection logs and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a combination of education and equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of BESS and/or Solar construction experience, including leadership background.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and mentor quality inspectors and field personnel.
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills, including reporting quality metrics and trends to project leadership and clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead site inspections and ensure detailed inspection checklists (ICLs) and reports are completed accurately.
• Develop best practices and QA/QC standards across projects.
• Train field teams in quality procedures and documentation.
• Manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and corrective actions; verify closure.
• Coordinate inspections with subcontractors and construction teams; organize and maintain QA/QC documentation.
• Communicate inspection results and quality trends to project leadership and clients.

Skills

Leadership

Quality control

Inspection

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Join Our Team as a Quality Manager — Drive Excellence in Solar and BESS Construction!We’re looking for a detail-oriented Quality Control (QC) Manager to ensure the highest standards of workmanship, compliance, and innovation in our commercial and utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects. In this full-time role, you’ll lead inspections, develop best practices, train field teams, and play a key part in delivering top-quality, sustainable energy solutions.QC MANAGER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Ensure detailed inspection checklists (ICLs) and reports are completed, noting any deficiencies in the installation, and verify follow-up inspections confirm corrective work is doneCommunicate quality-related information to the Project teamManage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and corrective actionsEnsure all discrepancies and non-conforming work are photographed and documentedReview, approve, and submit NCRs, as necessary, with detailed findings and recommendationsMaintain accurate inspection logs and quality documentationLead and oversee all site inspections within assigned disciplinesCoordinate inspections with subcontractors and construction teamsOrganize, implement, and maintain the site quality management systemCollaborate with the Quality Control and Construction teams to resolve issues and implement corrective actionsCommunicate inspection results and quality trends to the project team, including site managers, superintendents, and subcontractorsEvaluate installation and process quality across all DFWs, including civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical scopesCoordinate resolution of discrepancies with construction managers, engineers, subcontractors, and client QC representativesLead or participate in daily PODs and weekly QC meetingsSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:This position has supervisory responsibilities, subject to changes as business needs change.WORK ENVIORNMENT:Job duties may be subject to environmental conditions when working at job site where you may be protected from weather conditions but not necessary from temperature changes. Some activities occur indoors and outdoors.POSITIONS TYPE & EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:This position is a salaried exempt position, this is a full-time position. Hours often follow those of a typical business work week. However, in this role you may be requires the work weekends or after normal business hours as business necessitates.TRAVEL:Travel is required. Some overnight travel is expected for this position as well as local day travel.OTHER DUTIES:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Gridworks is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local lawREQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES):Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a combination of education and equivalent experience5+ years of BESS and/or Solar construction experience, including a background in leadershipHighly proficient in technical aspects of BESS and Solar utility constructionThorough knowledge of BESS and Solar installation methods and standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, ASTM)Proven ability to lead, train, and mentor quality inspectors and field personnelStrong verbal and written communication and presentation skills, including reporting quality metrics and trends to project leadership and clientsStrong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skillsAbility to work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitudeSelf-motivated, proactive, and an effective team leaderAbility to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and othersExpert understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and QA/QC protocolsProficiency in inspection tools, reporting software, and digital documentationMicrosoft Office (Word, Excel) and Procore construction management softwareOSHA 30 required or ability to obtain within 30 daysASQ CQM/OE or CQE Certification preferredAbility to travel frequently and work independently in field environmentsAbility to manage quality across a fast-paced, multi-site environment