QA/QC Engineer

Job summary

Implements QA/QC programs, conducts inspections, ensures compliance with plans and ITPs, closes punch lists, and maintains quality records.

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Review all plans and technical specifications.
• Assist in the preparation of Inspection and Test Plans (ITP), Method Statements, and other QA/QC deliverables.
• Assist in documentation, verification, and reporting of activities to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Conduct regular monitoring inspections of construction activities to identify deviations or non‑conformances at an early stage.
• Conduct material delivery inspections for all permanent materials.
• Conduct regular inspections of formwork conditions and material storage to ensure quality and proper condition are maintained.
• Ensure that subcontractors adhere to the Project Quality Plan by conducting inspections of their works and reporting non‑compliances for corrective action.
• Monitor the rectification and closure of punch‑listed items prior to proceeding to the next activity or handover to the Client.
• Coordinate with the client’s engineers and inspectors for joint inspections.
• Develop work method statements in collaboration with the Operations Team.
• Check subcontractors’ and workers’ activities to ensure compliance with project specifications and standards.
• Prepare internal QA/QC reports for items requiring correction prior to inspection by the Project Management Team and distribute them to the concerned departments.
• Monitor the implementation of necessary corrective actions.
• Call for client inspections of completed Structural, Architectural, or MEPFS works (if applicable) upon internal verification.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Performs quality assurance and quality control on all works and materials through daily observation, measurement, and inspection.
• Ensure that the company’s safety and security program is properly implemented.
• Prepares the necessary documentation as required by the Project Management Team (e.g., IR, IWR, CPR, Handover, Punchlist, Closeout).
• Issues Non‑conformance Notice to Operation in charge and subcontractor (direct or nominated) for each non‑conformance discovered.
• Notifies the Project Management Team for each non‑conformance discovered on the works of Nominated Sub‑Contractors for proper issuance of Notice to Comply.
• Witness the material and product testing of subcontractors (direct and nominated).
• Inspects precision tools of incoming receiving parts and source inspection of parts and equipment.
• Witness the turnover and acceptance of Trade Contractors’ works or product.
• Compile and register the QA/QC documents or records for filing, manage handing over and archiving system upon completion of the project.
• Escalate all observed major quality issues to immediate superior or QA/QC Manager.

The QA/QC Engineer has the authority to:

• Stop work when continuing work may adversely affect quality or cover up a defect.
• Prevent the use of equipment or materials that may adversely affect quality.
• Direct the removal or replacement of any non‑conforming work, equipment, or material.
• Suspend work and/or supply of materials as deemed necessary to assure quality.

Qualifications and Skills Requirements

Educational Attainment:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or any related field.
• Professional license is an advantage.
• Materials Engineer I or II certification is a plus.

Work Experience:

• At least two (1-2) years of experience in the construction industry, preferably in quality assurance and quality control.
• Experience in infrastructure projects is an advantage.

Technical Competencies:

• Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Strong understanding of quality control standards.
• Knowledge of material testing requirements and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and drawings.

Skills Required:

• Ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, and schedule‑based instructions.
• Strong communication skills with employees, teams, and senior management.