MEP QA/QC Lead

We are currently representing a leading international main contractor delivering one of the UK's largest data centre developments.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced MEP QA/QC Lead to join the project delivery team on a flagship scheme in South Wales.

This is initially a 6-month contract, on a live project, with the opportunity to transfer onto newly secured hyperscale data centre developments across the UK and mainland Europe upon completion.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a contractor with a strong pipeline of mission-critical work and long-term prospects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all MEP quality assurance and quality control activities across mechanical and electrical installations.
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with project specifications, drawings, employer's requirements and relevant industry standards.
• Develop, implement and manage Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), check sheets and quality documentation.
• Carry out inspections and audits throughout the installation process.
• Manage NCRs, quality observations and corrective actions through to close-out.
• Coordinate inspections with subcontractors, consultants and the client team.
• Review QA documentation submitted by subcontractors to ensure compliance.
• Work closely with the commissioning team to ensure systems are inspection-ready and handed over in accordance with programme.
• Support testing, commissioning and final handover activities.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and quality excellence across the project.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience as an MEP QA/QC Lead, QA/QC Manager or Senior QA/QC Engineer.
• Proven experience delivering hyperscale data centres, pharmaceutical, life sciences or other mission-critical MEP projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical building services installations.
• Experience managing ITPs, quality documentation, inspections and project handovers.
• Knowledge of commissioning processes and quality management systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work within a fast-paced, technically complex project environment.

What's on Offer

• Competitive day rate.
• Immediate start available.
• Flagship hyperscale data centre project.
• Opportunity to transfer onto further UK and European data centre developments following project completion.
• Long-term pipeline of work with a leading international contractor.

If you're an experienced MEP QA/QC professional looking to work on some of the largest mission-critical projects in Europe, we'd be keen to hear from you.