Lead Quality Assurance/Quality Control Specialist – Construction Management

Sargent & Lundy

Quality Manager overseeing QA/QC programs and audits for power generation construction projects in the United States. Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations while leading quality initiatives.

Posted 6/23/2026full-timeVirginia, West Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $134,546 - $205,557 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and oversee the Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) program for all project phases.
Conduct regular audits of contractor activities to verify conformity with design documents and project specifications.
Ensure that contractors are utilizing the latest revisions of design documents, maintaining accurate records of changes and updates throughout the project lifecycle.
Monitor the proper storage and maintenance of materials and equipment to be incorporated into the project.
Review and evaluate construction test reports and compliance documentation.
Provide oversight of construction activities, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
Ensure that all quality records and "as-built" documentation are properly maintained, documented, and easily accessible.
Compile and report quality audit results and performance metrics to project management and stakeholders.
Assist contractors in pre-planning their quality control processes and activities.
Document test and inspection observations accurately.
Track and follow up on non-conformance reports, ensuring that corrective actions are taken.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 12 years of experience in quality assurance, operations, and maintenance within the power generation industry, with a proven track record of successful projects.
Familiarity with industry regulations, standards, and best practices related to power plant construction, operations, maintenance, and safety.
ASME code welding.
Familiar with National Boiler Vessel or repair alterations.
NFPA NEMA OSHA NEC
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead, inspire, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Willingness to travel and work in various locations across the United States as required.
Acceptable Certifications: NCCER welding/pipefitter. AWS-SCWI (Welding Inspector). AWS-CRI (Certified Radiographer Interpreter). ASNT Level II VT.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Accident Insurance
Disability Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Back-Up Daycare
FSA & HSA
401(k)
Pre-Tax Commuter Account
Merit Scholarship Program
Employee Discount Program
Corporate Charitable Giving Program
Tuition Assistance
First Professional Licensure Bonus
Employee Referral Bonus
Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Bereavement Leave
Flexible Work Arrangements

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Hard Skills & Tools

quality assurancequality controlconstruction test reportsASME code weldingNational Boiler VesselNFPANEMAOSHANECnon-conformance reports

Soft Skills

communication skillsinterpersonal skillsleadershipcollaborationinspiration

Certifications

NCCER welding/pipefitterAWS-SCWIAWS-CRIASNT Level II VT