Director QA/QC

Willmeng Construction; Phoenix; On-site; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a Director of QA/QC to lead a national quality program and drive continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in construction quality management, specializing in building envelope systems. You will mentor teams, conduct field investigations, and ensure compliance with codes. This role offers a competitive total compensation package, including employee ownership.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

401k with employer match

Discretionary annual bonus

100% employee medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible Time Off Policy

3 consecutive weeks of parental bonding leave

Qualifications

• 15+ years of proven leadership in QA/QC, specializing in building envelope systems.
• Active member of ASTM, ASQ, IIBEC, ABA, ICC.
• Proficient in water and concrete testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the development of a national quality program.
• Mentor a multi-disciplinary team of Quality Program Managers and Inspectors.
• Conduct expert-level field investigations.

Skills

Leadership in QA/QC

Building envelope systems expertise

Thermal imaging

Forensic analysis

Education

ASQ Certified Construction Quality Manager

IIBEC Registered Roof Observer

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety

Job description

About Willmeng

Since 1977, Arizona-based commercial general contractor Willmeng Construction has been committed to staying true to building excellence and preserving the company’s high value to the clients we serve. Willmeng gives back to our community and has been recognized for a multitude of awards for project excellence and company culture including Contractor of the Year by AZRE Magazine, #1 General Contractor by Ranking Arizona, Best Workplace by Inc. Magazine, General Contractor of the Year by NAIOP, and Best Places to Work by Phoenix Business Journal.

Our strategic vision focuses on three fundamental aspects: supporting prelease transactions, maintaining our ability to competitively bid projects small and large, and fostering the “altruistic service” corporate culture established by recruiting highly talented individuals of great character.

The Role

As Director of QA/QC, you will lead and manage the development of a national quality program that reflects industry-leading standards and prioritizes continuous improvement. This role calls for deep expertise in Building Science, along with active involvement in industry organizations and leadership roles. You’ll be instrumental in building scalable QA/QC strategies across diverse market sectors, supporting the company’s ambitious growth and commitment to excellence.

What you will accomplish

• Provide expert guidance on building envelope systems, including moisture control, thermal performance, and fire/sound-rated assemblies.
• Lead and mentor a multi-disciplinary team of Quality Program Managers and Inspectors across multiple regions.
• Develop and implement Envelope Commissioning (Cx) programs, inspection protocols, and mock-up testing procedures.
• Conduct expert-level field investigations and reporting to support internal analysis and dispute resolution.
• Contribute to internal training and industry education by authoring best practices and technical content.
• Create field inspection protocols focused on operational excellence and aligned with project-specific contract documents.
• Oversee field inspections and consulting services to ensure compliance with national and local codes.
• Support the development of enterprise-wide quality dashboards and insights to drive continuous improvement.

What we would like you to have

• 15 + years of proven leadership in QA/QC, specializing in building envelope systems and construction quality management.
• ASQ Certified Construction Quality Manager, IIBEC Registered Roof Observer (RRO), EIMA/AWCI Certified EIFS Professional, International Firestop Council Special Inspector, OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety, Procore Certified (Quality & Safety).
• Proficient in thermal imaging, water and concrete testing, and forensic analysis.
• Active member of ASTM, ASQ, IIBEC, ABA, ICC, and the Air Barrier Association of America.
• Holds leadership roles in industry organizations and contributes to internal training and best practices development.
• Leads national QA/QC programs with a focus on code compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

You’re inspired by our values

• Altruistic - Our foundation is built upon the authentic, selfless concern we share for the success and wellbeing of others.
• Fair 360 - We illuminate with kindness by seeking to understand before being understood and by caring more than may seem reasonable so we can achieve genuine success for all.
• Strategic - The blueprint that guides the creation of a genuine place of purpose expresses the clarity of our vision, the rigor of our thought and the character of our word.
• Sincere - We present no facades, only genuine elevations of truth, trust, and wholehearted loyalty to the employees we mentor, the clients we serve and the communities we call home.
• Nimble - Our structural integrity is ensured through the balance of resourcefulness, responsiveness, and adaptability and strengthened by being well-rounded in the market to serve at the highest levels.

Compensation

Alongside cash, our total compensation package includes comprehensive benefits and 100% employee ownership. From wellness to work life, our benefits support our employees' total wellbeing.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Discretionary annual bonus
• 401k with employer match
• Employee medical, dental, and vision insurance 100% covered, with options to add dependents at 50% coverage by Willmeng
• Flexible Time Off Policy
• 9 paid company holidays
• 3 consecutive weeks of parental bonding leave, with an additional 3-5 weeks of disability leave for delivery recovery
• Spacious break rooms with healthy meals & snacks provided at no additional cost
• Team-building activities, including volunteer opportunities

Willmeng places nothing more important to the organizational health of the company than its overall focus on culture. By bringing different personalities together and embracing their individual contributions, the culture is rich, strong and uniquely different. With a true family feel and the opportunity to participate in building a genuine place of purpose for clients and employees, Willmeng has the distinct advantage of something exceptional and special in the culture.