QA/QC Manager

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible. **Job Description:** Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented **QA/QC Manager** to lead our quality assurance and control efforts for the Trojena **Wet Utilities** infrastructure. In this role, you will be the primary custodian of engineering excellence, ensuring that every kilometer of pipeline and every pumping station meet the world-class standards of NEOM. You will lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver a "Right First Time" culture in one of the most challenging construction environments on earth. **WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING** * **Quality Leadership:** Develop, implement, and manage the Project Quality Plan (PQP) specifically for wet utilities, including potable water, wastewater, fire networks, and stormwater systems. * **Audit & Compliance:** Establish and lead a rigorous internal and external audit schedule. Verify that all subcontractors and site teams are strictly adhering to the approved PQP and NEOM technical specifications. * **Non-Conformance Management:** Lead the investigation into technical non-conformances (NCRs). Perform root-cause analysis (RCA) for recurring issues and ensure corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) are effectively closed out. * **ITP & Method Statement Review:** Technical approval of Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and Method Statements. Ensure that specialized mountain-terrain installation techniques meet long-term durability requirements. * **Commissioning Oversight:** Oversee the Quality Control aspect of testing and commissioning (T&C) for high-pressure systems and mechanical assets, ensuring seamless handover to the NEOM Operations team. * **Stakeholder Management:** Act as the key point of contact for the Client (NEOM) and Third-Party Agencies for all quality-related inspections and certifications. * **Team Supervision:** Mentor and manage a team of QA/QC Engineers and Inspectors, ensuring they have the necessary training and certifications to perform specialized utility inspections. **WHAT REQUIRED SKILLS YOU'LL BRING** * **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (or a related Physical Science/Quality field). * **Experience:** **15+ years** of professional experience in Quality Management, specifically within large-scale wet utility and infrastructure projects. * **Certifications:** Lead Auditor certification (ISO 9001:2015) is mandatory. Previous experience with Supervision Consultants is highly preferred. * **Technical Proficiency:** Deep understanding of international codes (AWWA, ASME, ASTM) and Saudi Ministry standards for water and wastewater. * **Digital Tools:** Proficiency in Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS) such as **Aconex** or **Aspire** for managing NCRs, WIRs, and quality records. * **Communication:** Exceptional command of English (written and verbal) for drafting formal technical correspondence and high-level dashboard reports. **WHAT DESIRED SKILLS YOU'LL BRING** * **Giga-Project Experience:** Previous experience on a NEOM, Red Sea, or Qiddiya project is a significant advantage. * **Chartered Status:** Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Quality Professional (CQP) status. * **Problem Solving:** A proven track record of resolving complex quality disputes between contractors and designers. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY! Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/. COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS Financial Wellness We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments. Work Life Harmony Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays. Career Development We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs. Veteran Support We provide Industry leading be