Senior QA Leader for Data Center Projects

Kiewit; Santa Teresa (NM); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

top-tier medical, dental and vision

voluntary wellness and employee access

life insurance

disability

retirement plans with matching

generous paid time off

Job summary

The Kiewit Industrial District seeks a seasoned Quality leader to direct QA/QC across complex data center projects. You will develop quality programs, lead multi-site audits, and ensure compliance with NEC/ASME/ISO standards while mentoring QA staff and coordinating with engineering, construction, and operations teams.

Ideal candidates bring 15+ years of QA/auditing experience in data center or mission‑critical builds, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of quality assurance and auditing experience, with significant exposure to data center construction, mechanical/electrical systems, or mission‑critical infrastructure.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC, ASME, ISO 9001, API, and applicable M/E construction standards.
• Proven leadership abilities and experience managing cross-functional quality teams.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with QA software, audit tools, and reporting platforms.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintainProject Quality Programs aligned with industry standards.
• Lead and conduct internal, external, and supplier audits specifically tied to M/E systems, commissioning phases, and critical-path installation activities.
• Ensure full compliance with client‑specific requirements, Uptime Institute best practices, and applicable industry codes and regulatory frameworks.
• Manage and mentor QA/QC professionals and auditors across multiple data center sites.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations teams to embed quality processes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee audit planning, execution, corrective actions, and preventive action programs.
• Maintain and analyze key quality metrics to identify trends, risks, and areas for improvement in M/E installation and testing.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client quality representatives and regulatory assessments.
• Support supplier qualification, surveillance activities, and factory witness testing for major MEP equipment.
• Ensure proper documentation, traceability, and turnover of all quality-related records, including commissioning documentation, ITPs, and system verification packages.

Skills

Quality leadership

Auditing

Regulatory compliance

Communication

QA software

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quality Management

Tools

QA software

Audit tools

Job description

The Kiewit Industrial District seeks a seasoned Quality leader to direct QA/QC across complex data center projects. You will develop quality programs, lead multi-site audits, and ensure compliance with NEC/ASME/ISO standards while mentoring QA staff and coordinating with engineering, construction, and operations teams.

Ideal candidates bring 15+ years of QA/auditing experience in data center or mission‑critical builds, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills.