QA/QC Engineer

Position: QA/QC Engineer

Department: Quality Assurance & Quality Control
Reports To: Project Manager / QA/QC Manager
Location: Project Site / Office
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

The QA/QC Engineer will be responsible for implementing, monitoring, and maintaining the project's Quality Assurance and Quality Control systems to ensure that all engineering, construction, materials, and installation activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, applicable standards, project requirements, and the Company's quality management procedures.

Key Responsibilities1. Quality Assurance

• Implement and maintain the project Quality Management System (QMS).
• Ensure compliance with approved Project Quality Plans, procedures, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and Method Statements.
• Review project specifications, drawings, procedures, and quality requirements.
• Participate in quality planning and identify potential quality risks.
• Ensure that quality documentation is properly prepared, maintained, and controlled.

2. Quality Control & Inspection

• Conduct inspections of construction, fabrication, installation, and testing activities.
• Verify that work is executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and applicable codes and standards.
• Monitor inspection and testing activities and ensure that required inspections are completed before work progresses to subsequent stages.
• Raise and follow up Inspection Requests (IRs), Inspection & Test Records (ITRs), and other quality documentation.
• Witness and coordinate required testing activities with clients, consultants, and third-party inspectors.

3. Non-Conformance Management

• Identify, document, and report non-conforming work, materials, or processes.
• Prepare and issue Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) where required.
• Follow up on corrective and preventive actions until satisfactory close-out.
• Monitor recurring quality issues and recommend measures to prevent repetition.

4. Materials & Documentation Control

• Inspect incoming materials and equipment to verify compliance with approved specifications and purchase requirements.
• Review Material Test Certificates (MTCs), certificates of conformity, inspection reports, and other relevant documentation.
• Ensure materials are properly identified, stored, preserved, and traceable.
• Maintain accurate quality records and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

5. Testing & Verification

• Coordinate and monitor testing activities in accordance with approved procedures and project requirements.
• Review test results and ensure compliance with specified acceptance criteria.
• Ensure calibration certificates for measuring and testing equipment are valid and maintained.
• Coordinate laboratory and third-party testing where applicable.

6. Audits & Compliance

• Participate in internal, client, consultant, and third-party quality audits.
• Support the preparation of audit documentation and close-out of audit findings.
• Ensure compliance with applicable international standards, project specifications, statutory requirements, and Company procedures.

7. Reporting

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly QA/QC reports.
• Maintain inspection status, NCR logs, test records, and quality trackers.
• Provide regular updates to the Project Manager and QA/QC Manager on quality performance, outstanding inspections, and quality concerns.
• Prepare and maintain project quality dossiers and handover documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or HND in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Relevant professional QA/QC certifications will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 3–5 years' relevant QA/QC experience, preferably within construction, engineering, oil & gas, EPC, or industrial projects.
• Good knowledge of relevant engineering codes, standards, specifications, and quality management systems.
• Experience with Inspection & Test Plans, Method Statements, NCRs, ITPs, inspection reports, and quality documentation.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good knowledge of QA/QC procedures and inspection processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Good documentation and reporting skills.
• Ability to work effectively with project teams, subcontractors, clients, consultants, and inspectors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Compliance with approved project quality requirements.
• Inspection and testing completion rates.
• Timely close-out of NCRs and quality observations.
• Reduction in recurring quality issues and rework.
• Accuracy and completeness of quality documentation.
• Successful completion of internal and external quality audits.
• Timely submission of QA/QC reports and project quality dossiers.

Working Relationships

The QA/QC Engineer will work closely with:

• Project Manager
• QA/QC Manager
• Engineering Team
• Construction/Site Management Team
• HSE Department
• Procurement Department
• Subcontractors and Vendors
• Client and Consultant Representatives
• Third-Party Inspection Agencies

General Requirement

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate professionalism, integrity, technical competence, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to maintaining the highest quality standards throughout project execution.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₦300,000.00 - ₦600,000.00 per month

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person