Title:             QA/QC Manager
Position Type:      Contract 
Location:         Utah
Reports to:        Sr. Project Manager
Status:         Non-Exempt

Key Project Requirements:
•    Proven experience leading QA/QC oversight for EPC-executed power generation construction projects, preferably combined-cycle facilities.
•    Strong electrical quality background, including inspections, audits, and verification of installation and testing activities.
•    Demonstrated ability to audit EPC quality programs and enforce compliance with contract requirements, codes, and industry standards.

Job Summary:  
NAES is seeking an experienced QA/QC Manager to support construction of a combined-cycle power plant in Utah. Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, this role provides independent oversight of the EPC Contractor’s QA/QC program to ensure compliance with contract requirements, applicable codes and standards, and project specifications. The QA/QC Manager works closely with construction, engineering, commissioning, and operations teams to promote high-quality execution and long-term plant reliability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
•    Provide QA/QC leadership to ensure construction, commissioning, and engineering activities meet contractual, regulatory, and industry quality standards.
•    Oversee and audit EPC Contractor QA/QC programs, including field inspections and verification of work activities.
•    Coordinate with EPC partners and internal project teams to resolve quality issues and drive corrective and preventive actions.
•    Serve as a liaison between construction, engineering, commissioning, project controls, and operations to support consistent quality execution.
•    Develop and manage QA/QC procedures, inspection plans, reporting tools, and staffing plans.
•    Supervise and mentor assigned quality personnel, providing technical guidance and field support as needed.

Job Requirements:
•    Experience leading QA/QC programs on large-scale power generation and utility-scale energy construction projects.
•    Strong electrical quality control background within power plant and power delivery systems.
•    Demonstrated understanding of safety, commissioning, environmental, testing, operations, and maintenance requirements across project execution.
•    Working knowledge of NERC, SERC, and CIP policies and compliance expectations applicable to power generation and power delivery facilities.
•    Ability to audit EPC quality programs and enforce compliance with contractual, regulatory, and industry standards.

Education / Experience:
•    Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline preferred.
•    10+ years of QA/QC or quality inspection experience, including supervisory or managerial responsibility; candidates without a degree must possess 15+ years of relevant experience.
•    Professional certifications relevant to quality or inspection disciplines (e.g., AWS, CWI, ISM, or equivalent) strongly preferred.