QAQC Lead

DPR Construction•Houston, TX

55d•Onsite

About The Position

DPR Construction is seeking an experienced QA/QC Lead who will oversee quality assurance and control for modular product assembly at the Houston Prefabrication Assembly Facility (PAF). This role ensures compliance with DPR's quality playbook, project-specific QC plans, and client requirements. The QA/QC Lead will manage inspection processes, coordinate with manufacturing and procurement teams, and maintain rigorous standards across two high-output assembly lines producing up to 160 modules per month. Responsibilities will include but may not be limited to the following: DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world. Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together-by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek. Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.

Requirements

Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced assembly environment.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
Ability to interpret fabrication drawings and assembly schematics.
Proficiency in inspection tools and digital QA/QC systems (ACC, SmartSheet).
Safety-conscious and compliance-driven mindset.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
3-5 years in QA/QC within modular assembly or manufacturing environments; familiarity with prefabrication workflows and industrialized construction.
Work onsite at the Houston Prefabrication Assembly Facility.
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Responsibilities

Supervise line side quality inspectors.
Provide training on QA/QC standards, inspection protocols, and safety compliance.
Implement DPR's QA/QC program and project-specific quality plans.
Maintain alignment with End User standards and DPR's quality playbook.
Conduct dimensional checks and verify tolerances using advanced tools (e.g., CMM for HAC assemblies).
Ensure calibration and maintenance of inspection equipment.
Document inspection results and manage non-conformance processes (tag, quarantine, vendor notification).
Collaborate with assembly leads and manufacturing engineers to optimize workflows for work cells (Electrical Insert, Poly Containment, Pipe Assembly, Bunking).
Support lessons learned integration from test builds and maintain QA/QC records.
Prepare quality reports for internal stakeholders and client review.