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Senior Quality Control Manager

PL ASSOCIATES INC. (PLA)

WASHINGTON, DC

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acceptance Testing, Calibration, Civil Engineering, Commissioning, Concrete, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Contract Requirements, Corrective Action, Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) Systems, Dental Insurance, Engineering Consulting, Engineering Drawing, Environmental Engineering, Health Insurance, Hydraulic Engineering, Instrumentation, Performance Testing, Piping, Plan Meetings, Project Control, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Pumps, Quality Control, Quality Management, Regulations, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Systems Administration/Management, Test Lab, Testing, Training/Teaching, Tuition Fees, Vision Plan, Water Treatment
LOCATION
WASHINGTON, DC
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Tuition assistance
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness resources

PLA is looking for the Senior Quality Control (QC) Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing the Quality Control Program for the rehabilitation of underdrain filtration systems and associated backwash infrastructure at the wastewater treatment plant.


This role ensures that all construction, installation, testing, and commissioning activities comply with contract specifications, engineering drawings, regulatory standards, and approved quality management procedures.


The QC Manager serves as the primary authority for quality compliance on the project, coordinating with the Owner, Engineer, Construction Manager, subcontractors, and testing laboratories to ensure that all materials, equipment, and workmanship meet the required standards.


Key Responsibilities

1. Quality Control Program Management


  • Develop, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Control Plan (QCP) in accordance with contract requirements.

  • Establish inspection and testing protocols for filtration system rehabilitation and backwash equipment installation.

2. Inspection & Verification


Lead inspection activities for all major construction and rehabilitation elements, including:


Filter System Rehabilitation


  • Underdrain system replacement or rehabilitation

  • Filter media removal and installation

  • Support gravel placement

  • Nozzle and underdrain plate installation

  • Concrete and structural repairs within filter cells.

Backwash System Installation


  • Backwash piping systems

  • Valves and actuators

  • Pump installation

  • Instrumentation and controls

  • Air scour systems.

3. Material Quality Control


Review and approve:


  • Material submittals

  • Shop drawings

  • Product certifications

  • Mill test reports

  • Factory acceptance test (FAT) documentation.

4. Testing & Commissioning Oversight


Oversee and coordinate:


  • Filter media gradation testing

  • Hydraulic performance tests

  • Backwash flow testing

  • Pump performance testing

  • Valve and actuator testing

  • Instrumentation calibration

  • SCADA integration verification.

Witness and document:


  • Start-up procedures

  • Operational testing

  • Performance acceptance tests.

5. Non-Conformance Management


  • Identify and document non-conforming work (NCRs).

  • Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

  • Track and close all NCR items.

6. Documentation & Reporting


Maintain project quality documentation including:


  • Inspection reports

  • Test reports

  • Material certifications

  • NCR logs

  • Quality audit records

  • Commissioning documentation.

Prepare:


  • Weekly QC reports

  • Monthly quality summaries

  • Owner quality review presentations

7. Coordination with Stakeholders


Serve as the primary quality liaison between:


  • Owner / utility authority

  • Engineering consultant

  • Construction manager

  • Contractors and subcontractors

  • Independent testing laboratories.

Attend:


  • QC coordination meetings

  • Pre-installation meetings

  • Commissioning reviews.

8. Quality Audits & Compliance


Perform routine audits of:


  • Construction practices

  • Inspection procedures

  • Testing protocols

  • Subcontractor quality programs.


Required Qualifications

Education


  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Experience


  • 10+ years of construction quality management experience

  • 5+ years on water or wastewater treatment plant projects

  • Demonstrated experience with:

    • Filtration systems

    • Pumping systems

    • Process piping

    • Mechanical installations.


About the Company

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PL ASSOCIATES INC. (PLA)

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