The QA/QC Manager holds unified accountability for both the Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) functions across all renewable energy projects within the Project Delivery Department. The role spans two complementary dimensions: (1) QA — developing and governing the Quality Management System, policies, procedures, audits, and continuous improvement processes; and (2) QC — directing and executing physical inspection, testing, and non-conformance management activities on project sites.
The QA/QC Manager ensures that all project deliverables — from design through procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover — comply with applicable international standards, contractual requirements, and regulatory obligations. The role acts as the central quality authority for the project portfolio and directly supports the Project Director in achieving delivery excellence, protecting the organisation’s quality reputation, and safeguarding lender/investor confidence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Quality Management System (QMS) Development & Governance

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Management Plan (QMP) in alignment with ISO 9001 and project-specific contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Establish quality policies, standards, procedures, and document control protocols applicable to solar PV, wind, BESS, and hybrid renewable energy projects.
• Define quality gates and hold points at key project milestones: design freeze, procurement, construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and handover.
• Ensure all project quality documentation is controlled, traceable, and retained in compliance with the document management system and lender requirements.
• Maintain an Approved Vendor / Manufacturer List (AVL/AML) for critical equipment and materials; conduct pre-qualification assessments of suppliers.

Site Inspection & Testing

• Execute and supervise quality control inspections for all civil, structural, electrical, and mechanical works across project sites including solar PV arrays, wind turbines, MV/HV substations, cable works, and BESS installations.
• Witness and formally sign off hold points and witness points defined in Contractor and Subcontractor ITPs; ensure no work proceeds past a hold point without authorised sign-off.
• Perform material receiving inspections; verify traceability, material certifications, conformance with approved submittals, and compliance with project specifications.
• Conduct pre-pour, pre-backfill, pre-grouting, pre-termination, and other critical hold point inspections; document findings with photographic and written evidence.
• Witness Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) for major equipment including transformers, inverters, switchgear, and BESS modules.

Audit, Review & Compliance

• Plan and execute internal quality audits of project processes, EPC and subcontractor activities, and supply chain performance; issue formal audit reports with findings and recommendations.
• Review and approve Contractor/Vendor Quality Plans, ITPs, method statements, and inspection procedures prior to commencement of associated works.
• Coordinate third-party inspection agencies and Owner’s Engineer quality oversight activities; manage their access, scope, and deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with lender/investor technical requirements, environmental standards, and applicable grid authority requirements.
• Support technical due diligence and independent engineer review processes by providing quality documentation, audit findings, and NCR status reports.

Non-Conformance & Corrective Action Management

• Issue, track, and close Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) across all project work packages; ensure timely corrective action by contractors and formal re-inspection prior to closure.
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) investigations for quality failures and systemic non-conformances; drive Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) implementation and verify effectiveness.
• Escalate unresolved or critical non-conformances to the Project Director with supporting evidence and proposed disposition.
• Maintain a lessons-learned register and ensure findings are embedded in future project quality planning and execution.

Quality Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and current inspection records, site quality dossiers, red-line drawings, material traceability registers, and test certificates for each work package.
• Prepare and issue weekly and monthly QC/QA status reports, NCR logs, ITP compliance summaries, and audit findings to the Project Management team and senior leadership.
• Define and monitor quality KPIs for the project portfolio; report trends and recommend corrective interventions proactively.
• Compile and verify Mechanical Completion (MC) and pre-commissioning dossiers; ensure Quality Dossiers (As-Built Documentation) are complete and verified prior to COD and client handover.

Commissioning & Project Closeout

• Coordinate with the Commissioning Manager to ensure all QC sign-off requirements are fulfilled before each energisation and commissioning milestone.
• Review and verify that all punch list items are formally resolved and documented prior to each system or package handover.
• Ensure planning and quality activities support Commercial Operation Date (COD) and contractual milestone obligations.
• Lead quality lessons-learned documentation at project closeout; disseminate findings across the Project Delivery Department.

Stakeholder & Interface Management

• Liaise with clients, lenders, regulatory authorities, and third-party verifiers on quality compliance, milestone certification, and audit outcomes.
• Support Lender’s Independent Engineer and Owner’s Engineer site visits; provide quality records and accompany during site and document inspections.
• Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams to integrate supplier quality requirements, material release procedures, and inspection hold points into purchasing processes.
• Attend and actively contribute to project progress meetings, pre-construction planning meetings, design reviews, and quality review sessions.

Team Leadership & Capacity Building

• Lead, manage, and develop the site QA/QC team including QC Inspectors, QA/QC Engineers, and the quality document controller.
• Foster a proactive, site-wide quality culture; deliver quality awareness inductions and targeted training sessions for project and contractor personnel.
• Mentor junior quality staff and support their professional development within the department.
• Participate in project kick-off meetings, HAZOP/HAZID reviews, and constructability reviews to embed quality requirements from project inception.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or related technical field). (Required)
• Master’s degree in Engineering Management, Project Management, or Quality Management. (Preferred)
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Certification — Advantage for this role.
• PMP (PMI) or PRINCE2 Practitioner certification. (Preferred)
• Certified Quality Inspector / Engineer (CQI, ASQ CQE, or equivalent). (Preferred)
• OSHA / NEBOSH Safety Certification. (Preferred)

Work Experience

• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in quality management and quality control, with at least 5 years (preferred)  in the renewable energy sector (solar PV, wind, BESS, or hybrid systems)
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing QMS frameworks on EPC-delivered projects with a contract value of AZN 50M+.
• Proven hands-on experience executing ITPs, managing NCRs, and witnessing FAT/SAT activities on large-scale renewable energy projects.
• Experience managing quality across multi-disciplinary, multi-contractor project environments including civil, electrical, and mechanical interfaces.
• Experience with High-Voltage (MV/HV) electrical systems, transformer inspections, and substation QC is a strong advantage.
• Prior experience in international or cross-border renewable energy projects is advantageous.

Technical Skills

• In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management principles, audit methodology, and QMS documentation.
• Familiarity with renewable energy technical standards: IEC 62446 (solar PV commissioning and testing), IEC 61400 (wind turbines), IEC 62933 (BESS), IEEE substation standards, and applicable national grid codes.
• Practical knowledge of construction inspection methods, torque verification, concrete testing, and electrical insulation/continuity testing.
• Proficiency in quality management and document control platforms (e.g., Aconex, Procore, SharePoint).
• Working knowledge of the full renewable energy project lifecycle: development, permitting, EPC, commissioning, and O&M.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and project reporting tools.