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Quality Control Site Manager

Summary:
The Quality Control Site Manager is responsible for ensuring that all electrical installations meet project specifications, applicable codes, safety standards, and client quality requirements. This role oversees on-site quality processes for electrical work—including power, lighting, grounding, low-voltage, and special systems—while coordinating with project teams, inspectors, and clients to deliver compliant, defect-free installations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and enforce the project Quality Control Plan (QCP) for all electrical scopes.
  • Verify compliance with NEC, NFPA, IEEE, local AHJ codes, project specs, and contract documents.
  • Conduct inspections of electrical installations (rough-in, trim-out, terminations, testing & commissioning).
  • Review shop drawings, submittals, method statements, and inspection & test plans (ITPs).
  • Coordinate inspections with AHJs, third-party inspectors, commissioning agents, and clients.
  • Identify non-conformances (NCRs), oversee corrective actions, and verify closeout.
  • Interface with project managers, superintendents, and foremen to resolve quality issues.
  • Maintain quality documentation, inspection records, test reports, and turnover packages.
  • Support testing, commissioning, and energization activities.
  • Train field crews on quality standards, best practices, and inspection readiness.
  • Promote continuous improvement and lessons learned across projects.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • First-pass inspection acceptance rate.
  • Number and severity of quality-related NCRs.
  • Rework hours/costs related to electrical installation quality.
  • Inspection schedule adherence.
  • Punch list item count and closure time.
  • Compliance with QA/QC documentation requirements.
  • Successful electrical system commissioning without delays.
  • Client and AHJ satisfaction ratings.

Key Interfaces

Internal

  • Project Manager
  • Site Superintendent
  • Electrical Foremen & Field Crews
  • Safety Manager
  • Engineering / BIM / Prefabrication Teams

External

  • Owners & Client Representatives
  • General Contractors / Construction Managers
  • Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs)
  • Third-Party Inspectors & Testing Agencies
  • Equipment Vendors & Manufacturers

Required Skills & Qualifications (Typical)

  • Journeyman or Master Electrician background strongly preferred.
  • 7–15+ years of electrical construction experience.
  • Strong working knowledge of NEC, local codes, and electrical testing standards.
  • Experience with commercial or industrial electrical systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret one-line diagrams, schematics, and specifications.
  • Strong documentation, reporting, and coordination skills.
  • Familiarity with commissioning processes and quality management systems.

Certifications:

Required:

  • Journeyman Electrician
  • OSHA 30
  • NFPA 70E
  • NICET II-III
  • CQT or CQI

Preferred:

  • Master Electrician
  • NICET III-IV
  • Certified Quality Inspector (ASQ)
  • OSHA 30 (Minimum)
  • NFPA 70E
  • ISO 9001 Auditor
  • First Aid / CPR / AED
  • Commissioning Authority (CxA) or Electrical Commissioning Training

Work Location:
In person

 

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Copeland Electric is a fully licensed and insured company. We are cost-competitive, have a skilled labor force, and keep safety front of mind. We have the manpower, resources, and knowledge to assemble and mobilize teams quickly and efficiently.