QA/QC Program Engineer - Data Center

Job Title: QA/QC Program Engineer VJob Description

We are seeking an experienced ME QA/QC professional to join our team, focusing on developing, monitoring, and improving quality assurance and control programs for data center construction projects. This role requires strong cross-functional coordination, technical expertise across multiple disciplines, and hands-on experience with QA/QC processes, documentation, and tools. The successful candidate will be adept at training, auditing, issue resolution, and leading quality initiatives in complex mission-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor quality program metrics to evaluate project performance.

• Analyze metrics to understand root causes of trends and work with applicable parties to correct issues.

• Assist with the development of on-site partner construction QA and QC teams.

• Provide training to personnel regarding awareness and quality procedures.

• Coordinate quality issues between design, construction, and facility operations teams.

• Audit QA/QC activities of staff and subcontractors to assess conformance with procedures.

• Examine mechanical engineering and plumbing submittals for compliance.

• Perform quality engineering reviews of design documentation for compliance.

• Develop, review, and approve construction quality procedures, checklists, and test procedures.

• Recommend and verify effective implementation of corrective actions for non-conformances.

• Review commissioning agent commissioning scripts and provide feedback.

• Assist construction manager in reviewing turnover documentation for completeness and accuracy.

• Attend factory witness tests for equipment and systems.

• Provide onsite visual inspection for construction quality control.

• Assist in development of project-specific QA/QC dashboards and presentations.

• Attend required construction meetings and assist in reviewing energization start-up and commissioning schedules.

Essential Skills

• Strong mechanical and electrical QA knowledge.

• People-focused with strong interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work well with cross-functional partners.

• QA/QC commissioning skills.

• Experience with CSLA disciplines.

• Vendor management experience.

• Experience on design-build side of projects.

• 5+ years in quality control and assurance programs for data centers or mission-critical projects.

• Experience with Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build construction programs.

• Experience in civil/structural, building envelope, mechanical, electrical, and I&C disciplines.

• Experience leading QA/QC and Cx programs.

• Experience in contractor, consultant, and vendor management.

• Experience in mission-critical power and cooling infrastructure.

• Prior experience with construction quality tools.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Self-driven, able to make decisions without additional support.

• Work independently and maintain high performance.

• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and controls systems across construction phases.

• Strong experience reviewing design documents, submittals, test procedures, and vendor documentation.

• Proven skill interfacing between design, construction, commissioning agents, operations, contractors, and vendors.

• Expertise in site inspections, audits, turnover reviews, and verification of installed systems.

• Ability to build, mentor, and coach QA/QC teams and lead difficult conversations.

• Capability managing consultants, subcontractors, and equipment vendors.

• ACC Autodesk knowledge.

Work Environment

This position requires onsite work in the office with travel to a data center construction site located approximately 2 miles away. The role involves working in a complex, mission-critical environment where strong cross-functional coordination and technical expertise are essential.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of New Albany, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $105.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New Albany,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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