Quality Lead

Job Description

Job Description

The Site Quality Lead is responsible for implementing and adhering to a project’s Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical Field Quality Assurance Program and leading project staff to include Technicians and Temporary Labor. Must be fluent in Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical inspection requirements but can assist in civil, and pre-commissioning inspection means and methods. Leadership role responsible for establishing and executing project quality plans, personnel development, training, isolating and solving issues, and reporting of quality issues and program metrics. This role initiates tests, analyzes results, and finds solutions to technical problems.

Summary:

We’re leading the industry in sustainable energy careers. We understand that our employees are the lifeblood of the company. We strive to align company goals with those of our employees. We're constantly innovating to make a difference for our customers, our employees, and our planet. Our mission is to make a difference by developing cost-efficient alternatives to traditional energy sources, without long-term dependence on government subsidies. We’re leading the industry in sustainable energy careers. We hope you’ll join us.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Solar Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical Subject Matter Expert (SME)
• Oversees Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical Technicians and Temp labor on their assigned project(s).
• Develops Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical Inspection test points (ITPs) for their assigned projects and reviews with projects assigned Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical Superintendents prior to project start.
• Maintains and updates developed ITPs throughout the duration of project.
• Oversee quality Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical inspections and documentation.
• Works with Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical Superintendents to oversee quality inspections within the required timeframe.
• Works with Electrical Self Perform (ESP) & Subcontractors on builds after approved FAI.
• Communicate quality related items with Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical Subcontractors and/or ESP Electrical Superintendents or ESP Superintendents.
• Completed daily walk downs of builds with ESP and/or Subcontractor QC individuals.
• Train QA and ESP QC or Subcontractor QC individuals on ITPs and inspection requirements.
• Maintains an accurate Daily Quality Report Heat Map of project quality progress.
• Works with Logistics on material and equipment issues nonconformance
• Generate Non-Conformance and Corrective Action Reports when necessary.
• Provide Quality Technicians and Temporary Labor individuals with the site appropriate inspection check lists.
• Ensure delivery of quality inspection reports
• Facilitate communication between Construction Manager, Superintendent and Engineering Department.
• Audit Self-Perform or Subcontractor QC documentation
• Provide coverage of other Quality Leads if needed.
• Work with the Quality Manager to develop, implement and facilitate FQCP for the projects.
• Responsible for weekly reporting to Sr. Mgmt. on Project Quality Related information.
• Responsible for Daily reporting to Quality Manager on Project Quality Related information.
• Is fluent in requirements regarding inspection, inspection tools and equipment.
• Manages the Project non-conformances related to the work.
• Works with Strata Self-Perform Team and/or Subcontractors on Quality related issues.
• Completes random oversight inspections daily.
• Verifies nonconformance rework completion.
• Works with Strata Self-Perform Team and/or Subcontractors on schedule, quality of work and conforming and to FQCP requirements.
• Investigates any NCRS/CARS. Provides Input and oversight, run them to closure verifies corrections, implementation and completes and required training.
• Work with project team on QC and testing requirements/ITP and checklist completion.
• Facilitate weekly training on Safety and Quality. (Morning Meetings)
• Holds daily meetings to communicate quality requirements/workflows/ assignments/ OT/ absence coverage.
• Maintain PPE checks.
• Assist is preparation of Field Quality Control program and requirements.
• Prepare schedule for quality team to ensure all testing, inspections, and work required are completed in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain inspection metrics, documentation, and distribute weekly reports.
• Hold all necessary quality meetings internal and external.
• Ensure all documentation, materials, consumables, and vehicles are available and ready for deployment by team.
• Place order requests to Quality Manger for all items required to perform these tasks.
• Develop Quality Technicians and Temp Labor understanding and knowledge of the Quality plan requirements.
• Document standard operation procedures to communicate accurately and consistently across all teams.
• Communicate any revision to procedures and support development of standard operating procedures.
• Prepare QIR, NCR, P/CAR, RFI’s, and Root Cause Analysis, as necessary.
• Provide technical support and guidance during inspection and problem resolution to team as needed.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• 3 years verifiable Quality Management /Lead experience or 4-year degree in construction or similar.
• OSHA 30 or NCCER STS-C
• NFPA 70 E
• Proficient in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.)
• Understands current technology practices and deployment uses.
• Clear understanding of OSHA safe workplace practices and procedures.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings.
• Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams.
• Ability to read and understand manufacturer installation standards.
• Must have the ability to travel, work on-call during off shift hours and weekends
• Be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Maintain an operational cellular device with reliable service provider.
• Pass initial and random drug screenings.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

Work is completed both in the field (90%) and in an office environment (10%). This position works in an outdoor environment and must tolerate all seasons’ weather; requires extensive travel though portions of the North Carolina and other states on an as-needed basis. Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures. Personal protective equipment is required (included but not limited to hard hat, proper footwear, rubber insulated gloves, safety glasses). Must be able to sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, or walk short to long distances for 8-10 hours a day. Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis. 100% TRAVEL.

About Us
Strata Clean Energy is a leading developer, EPC, and service provider for utility-scale solar and storage systems in the United States. We control and self-perform all processes from our nationwide solar and storage developments, to construction, O&M, and Asset Management.

Our employees are empowered to drive our business in a collaborative, creative, and passion-driven environment that fosters long-term professional growth. There is a lot to learn at Strata, but we’re here to help you give your best and have a good time doing it.

At Strata, you’re part of something big. We’re leading the industry in sustainable energy careers. We are driving innovation to make a difference for our customers, our employees, and our planet. Join us in powering the future.

Strata Solar is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Strata Solar is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.

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