QA/QC Manager (with BESS experience)

Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced QA/QC Manager with a strong background in Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects to lead and oversee quality assurance and quality control activities throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that engineering, procurement, construction, testing, and commissioning activities comply with project specifications, industry standards, client requirements, and applicable regulations while maintaining the highest quality standards.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, implement, and maintain the project's Quality Management System (QMS) for BESS projects.Prepare and manage Quality Assurance and Quality Control Plans, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), Method Statements, and quality procedures.Ensure compliance with contractual requirements, project specifications, applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.Lead quality inspections, audits, surveillance activities, and quality reviews throughout project execution.Oversee construction quality activities related to civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and BESS equipment installation.Coordinate with EPC contractors, suppliers, vendors, consultants, and project stakeholders to ensure quality requirements are met.Review and approve quality documentation, inspection reports, test records, material certifications, and turnover dossiers.Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs), corrective actions, preventive actions, and quality improvement initiatives.Monitor site activities to ensure compliance with approved procedures, specifications, and workmanship standards.Supervise QA/QC Engineers, Inspectors, and quality personnel assigned to the project.Coordinate factory acceptance tests (FAT), site acceptance tests (SAT), pre-commissioning, commissioning, and system performance testing activities.Track quality metrics and provide periodic reports to project management and clients.Support project handover and ensure complete quality documentation and as-built records are properly submitted.Promote a culture of continuous improvement, quality excellence, and compliance across project teams.QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.Minimum of 10 years of QA/QC experience in power, energy, renewable energy, industrial, or infrastructure projects.At least 5 years of experience in Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), renewable energy, solar, substations, transmission, or utility-scale power projects.Strong knowledge of quality standards, inspection methodologies, testing procedures, and commissioning requirements for BESS facilities.Experience in EPC project execution, construction quality management, and contractor supervision.Familiarity with international codes, standards, and quality management systems such as ISO 9001.Proven experience in managing quality documentation, audits, NCRs, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.Strong understanding of electrical systems, battery technologies, power conversion systems (PCS), substations, transformers, switchgear, and grid interconnection requirements.Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.Proficient in quality reporting, document management, and project management software.