Data Center QA/QC Manager
About The Position
Vertex Innovations is seeking an experienced Data Center QA/QC Manager to support ground-up, mission-critical data center projects from break ground through final turnover. This role ensures construction quality, system compliance, and readiness for commissioning across civil, structural, and MEP scopes. Location: Initial Site Location: Dallas, TX (local candidates only - must be within daily commuting distance. Required to be on-site.) This position is considered remote work. While the initial site location is specified above, we are seeking candidates who are willing and able to travel 100% to various client project sites each week as assigned.
Requirements
- 7+ years of QA/QC experience on mission-critical or data center projects.
- Strong knowledge of ground-up construction sequencing and site development.
- Deep understanding of electrical, mechanical, BMS, Fire Life Safety, Access Control, and critical systems.
- Experience with UPS, generators, switchgear, PDUs, CRAH/CRAC units, and cooling systems.
- Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and test reports.
- Experience supporting commissioning and integrated systems testing.
- Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Smartsheet, and QA/QC tracking tools.
- Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
- Ability to travel as required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- OSHA 30 Construction certification
Nice To Haves
- Hyperscale or colocation data center experience.
- Familiarity with ASHRAE, NFPA, IEEE, and Uptime Institute standards.
- Commissioning or QA/QC certifications.
- Experience with Cx Alloy and Primavera P6.
- Relevant certifications, such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP), ASHRAE Commissioning Process Management Professional (CPMP), or LEED Accredited Professional, are a plus.
Responsibilities
- Lead QA/QC efforts for ground-up data center construction projects.
- Develop and manage project-specific QA/QC plans.
- Perform routine inspections across civil, structural, and MEP scopes.
- Identify deficiencies, issue punch lists, and track corrective actions.
- Verify compliance with IFC drawings, specifications, and approved submittals.
- Coordinate with GCs, subcontractors, vendors, and commissioning teams.
- Review PFCs, FPTs, startup documentation, and inspection reports.
- Support L1–L5 commissioning, IST, load bank testing, and system energization.
- Review megger testing, IR scans, pressure testing, and cable certification.
- Oversee O&M manuals, as-builts, warranties, and turnover documentation.
- Participate in AHJ inspections and owner walkthroughs.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and site safety requirements.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD/STD, Life-AD&D
- 401(k), discretionary Pension & Profit sharing, subject to Plan documents
- 15 days paid time off (prorated based on start date) and 8 holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
