QA/QC Manager – EPC Combined Heat & Power Project | Berlin, Germany

QA/QC Manager (Senior) – EPC Combined Heat & Power Project | Berlin, Germany

We are looking for a Senior QA/QC Manager to join a large-scale EPC Combined Heat and Power (CHP) project in Berlin (approx. 180 MW electrical / 310 MW thermal capacity ).

This is a local hire position in Germany and a key role responsible for ensuring that all project activities comply with contractual requirements, project procedures, and the approved QA/QC Plan throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Define standards, targets, and methodology for Quality Assurance across all project activities and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
• Report to the Project Director on quality compliance indicators related to the project quality plan and procedures.
• Coordinate with client representatives, vendors, and subcontractors regarding all project quality management activities.
• Prepare and update the Project Quality Program when required.
• Review and approve QA/QC documentation to ensure compliance with overall project requirements.
• Execute and/or witness internal and external quality audits according to the Project Audit Plan.
• Identify equipment or systems requiring specific certification and ensure timely completion.
• Issue and monitor Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) until closure, ensuring proper tracking and resolution.
• Manage inspection activities at vendor workshops and construction sites in accordance with applicable Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) .
• Support the process to obtain all necessary certifications, permits, and legalization requirements before project acceptance.
• Coordinate with external advisors and consultants involved in the permitting and certification processes.
• Prepare monthly quality reports and provide relevant inputs for project progress reporting.
• Compile and issue the Final Quality Dossier , integrating documentation from vendors and subcontractors for client handover.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering , Construction Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Advanced training and certification in Quality Management (e.g., ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, IRCA certification, Six Sigma).
• 8–10+ years of experience in QA/QC management roles within large-scale industrial or energy projects .
• Proven experience implementing Quality Management Systems (QMS) in EPC or construction environments.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 , quality planning, auditing methodologies, and continuous improvement practices.
• Familiarity with Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), material certificates, FAT/SAT procedures, and equipment certification processes .
• Experience supervising quality activities across vendors, subcontractors, and site operations .
• Understanding of permitting, certification, and regulatory processes in industrial or plant construction projects.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify non‑conformities and implement corrective actions.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• High level of organization and attention to detail in documentation and compliance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality management tools .
• Fluent English (C1) required. German is considered a plus but not mandatory.