Quality Control Manager II - Data Center Construction

The Weitz Company•Tucson, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Weitz Company is seeking an experienced Quality Control Manager II for a data center project in Tucson, Arizona. The role develops, coordinates, and executes multiple scopes of the project-site quality management program, with limited guidance from senior quality control stakeholders. It ensures project team members follow quality standards, that audits and inspections are completed, and that training is provided as needed. The position typically reports to a Senior Manager on the assigned project site. The manager oversees project quality control and commissioning activities, including project-specific QA/QC plans, inspection and test plans, testing and documentation, corrective actions, system readiness, and closeout. The role works with the owner, project team, subcontractors, testing personnel, commissioning teams, and regulatory agencies to deliver work that meets contract documents, specifications, safety requirements, and customer expectations. The position also supports continuous improvement, value engineering, team development, and effective communication of project progress, risks, and quality concerns.

Requirements

Industry-related bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least seven years of construction project management experience, including at least five years of quality standards management.
Proficiency with basic computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to learn project-specific software such as JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, scheduling software, and client-specific platforms.
Demonstrated initiative, independent judgment, project management skills, and analytical skills.
Ability to demonstrate negotiation, leadership, business acumen, client relations, and decision-making abilities.
Strong technical understanding of applicable project equipment and systems, construction methods, materials, documentation, construction documents and specifications, and related quality activities and standards.

Nice To Haves

Hyperscale project experience.
Experience with Lean principles.
OSHA 30 certification, or willingness to obtain it within three months of starting the role.
AWS certification.
CSWIP certification.
Lead auditor certification.

Responsibilities

Participate in preconstruction and design activities to ensure plans and specifications align with quality and safety standards, and identify training needs for the project team.
Collaborate with stakeholders, clients, and regulatory agencies to develop and implement project-specific QA/QC plans, inspection and test plans, checklists, and expectations.
Promote understanding and engagement with the quality program through training, communication, and team buy-in.
Facilitate project meetings, including owner-architect-contractor meetings and trade partner pre-planning meetings, and communicate risks and updates to management.
Manage the weekly work plan and report progress, schedule and budget risks, and compliance issues; recommend resolutions for non-compliant materials.
Conduct and oversee routine inspections and audits, including system-level installations such as medium- and low-voltage electrical, mechanical, and controls systems.
Coordinate with the commissioning team on pre-functional testing, readiness, turnover documentation, walkdowns, deficiency tracking, and readiness for energization.
Direct and manage commissioning from levels 1 through 5, including the startup plan, commissioning schedule, functional testing, inspection processes, and resolution of site commissioning issues.
Lead internal and external testing, inspections, and audits; track and analyze findings and metrics; and conduct root-cause analysis for recurring issues.
Identify non-compliance and non-conformance issues and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Approve and validate material submittals and inspection test records, and manage closure of non-conformance reports and requests for information.
Maintain accurate records of audits, inspections, test results, installation processes, turnover deliverables, and other quality documentation.
Manage project closeout, including operations and maintenance manuals, model handover, training, and commissioning audits.
Serve as the main point of contact with the owner and on-site representative, address customer concerns, and participate in factory witness testing when applicable.
Manage the QC program, ensure required testing is performed, and provide QC certifications and documentation.
Coordinate the three phases of control and documentation performed by testing laboratory and other inspection and testing personnel.
Organize mutual-understanding meetings with the owner and subcontractors, conduct weekly QC meetings, and participate in weekly subcontractor meetings.
Monitor work activities through methods such as three phases of control and daily progress reports, keeping the project manager and/or superintendent informed of work status.
Coordinate pre-installation conferences with subcontractors and follow-up inspections through intermediate QC personnel; document inspections and meetings.
Manage and coordinate QC specialists, testing laboratory personnel, and other inspection and testing personnel.
Review submittals for accuracy and compliance with plans and specifications and ensure the shop drawing and submittal review process is effective.
Communicate with the owner, project manager, superintendent, and subcontractors to gather quality information and address concerns.
Identify value-engineering and scope-optimization opportunities and share findings and best practices with the quality control team.
Mentor team members, establish development goals, and delegate responsibilities to support their development.
Perform other duties as assigned.