Construction QA/QC Manager

Overview

Edged Data Centers is seeking a highly experienced Construction QA/QC Manager to lead quality assurance and quality control efforts across the construction, testing, commissioning, and turnover phases of mission-critical data center developments. This individual will be responsible for ensuring all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls, and life safety systems are installed and commissioned in accordance with project specifications, company standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

The Construction QA/QC Manager will serve as a critical liaison between internal stakeholders—including Development, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Strategic Sourcing, and Operations—and external partners, including general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and equipment manufacturers. This role will establish and uphold best-in-class quality standards that support Edged’s commitment to operational excellence, sustainability, and reliable facility performance.

Key Responsibilities

Include but not limited to:

Quality Assurance & Program Development

• Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific MEP Quality Assurance / Quality Control plans, procedures, and inspection protocols. 
• Establish standardized quality documentation, inspection checklists, and acceptance criteria that can be replicated across Edged’s development portfolio. 
• Partner with Engineering and Construction teams to review design documents, specifications, and submittals to ensure constructability, quality alignment, and commissioning readiness. 
• Identify potential quality risks early in project development and implement mitigation strategies.

Construction Quality Oversight

• Conduct regular field inspections and audits to verify installation quality and compliance with: 
• • Issued-for-Construction (IFC) drawings 
  • Basis of Design (BOD) documentation 
  • Approved submittals and shop drawings 
  • Manufacturer installation requirements 
  • Applicable building codes, NEC, NFPA, ASHRAE, and industry standards 
• Monitor contractor workmanship and installation sequencing to ensure quality execution throughout all phases of construction. 
• Lead the documentation, communication, and closure of non-conformance reports (NCRs), punch-list items, and corrective action plans. 
• Maintain quality dashboards and reporting metrics for executive visibility.

MEP Systems Quality Management

• Provide oversight and quality validation for critical systems including: 
• • Mechanical cooling infrastructure, including Edged’s proprietary waterless cooling systems 
  • Chilled water / condenser water systems, piping, pumps, and valves 
  • HVAC equipment, airflow containment, and leak detection systems 
  • Medium-voltage and low-voltage electrical distribution systems 
  • Switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, battery systems, generators, and grounding infrastructure 
  • Building Management Systems (BMS), Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), SCADA, and controls integration 
  • Fire alarm, fire suppression, domestic water, sanitary, and drainage systems

Testing, Startup & Commissioning Readiness

• Partner closely with commissioning teams to verify systems are installed, tested, and prepared for startup in accordance with commissioning requirements. 
• Validate completion and documentation of: 
• • Pressure testing and system flushing 
  • Cable testing and megger testing 
  • Relay settings verification 
  • Controls point-to-point testing 
  • Sequence of Operations validation 
  • Integrated systems testing readiness 
• Support issue resolution and ensure timely closure of commissioning deficiencies.

Vendor & Contractor Management

• Hold contractors, subcontractors, OEM vendors, and suppliers accountable to Edged quality standards and contractual obligations. 
• Participate and support the Equipment QA/QC Manager in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and equipment receiving inspections where applicable. 
• Support the Equipment QA/QC Manager in reviewing vendor quality plans, preservation procedures, and turnover documentation for long-lead critical equipment.

Turnover & Operational Readiness

• Ensure all systems are delivered with complete and accurate turnover documentation, including: 
• • As-built drawings 
  • Operations & Maintenance manuals 
  • Warranty documentation 
  • Training materials 
  • Spare parts inventories 
  • Preventative maintenance recommendations 
• Partner with Operations teams to ensure smooth transition from construction delivery to live operations.

Skills & Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical discipline (or equivalent professional experience). 
• 6+ years of progressive experience in MEP QA/QC, commissioning, construction quality management, or mission-critical infrastructure delivery. 
• Demonstrated experience supporting complex infrastructure projects such as data centers, hospitals, semiconductor facilities, power generation, or industrial manufacturing environments. 
• Strong knowledge of: 
• • Mechanical and electrical systems commissioning and QA/QC.
  • NEC, NFPA, ASHRAE, ICC, and applicable code requirements 
  • Quality management systems and documentation processes 
  • Construction sequencing and contractor management
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, commissioning plans, and technical documentation. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Mission-critical / hyperscale data center project experience strongly preferred. 
• Professional certifications such as PE, PMP, CxA, CCP, LEED AP, CQM, or OSHA 30. 
• Experience with Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM coordination tools, and digital commissioning platforms.