Manager, QAQC & Commissioning

Manager QA/QC & Commissioning
Location: Spartanburg SC
Type: Direct Hire

Compensation
Base salary performance bonus
100% company-paid benefits

Overview
GTN is seeking a hands-on Manager of QA/QC & Commissioning to serve as the on-site execution authority for a large-scale mission-critical infrastructure environment in Spartanburg SC.

This role owns the site QA/QC program and supports commissioning lifecycle execution from planning through systems turnover. The Manager will direct contractors manage field quality coordinate commissioning activities and ensure execution aligns with established program standards.

The ideal candidate has strong hands-on experience in data center HPC industrial or mission-critical environments with a background in QA/QC commissioning energization planning CMOPs load bank testing integrated systems testing and closeout documentation.

Key Responsibilities

QA/QC Program Execution
Execute the on-site QA/QC program in alignment with established standards procedures and project requirements
Conduct field inspections quality walk-downs and system reviews to identify issues document findings and drive corrective actions to closure
Manage QA/QC documentation including inspection reports non-conformance records quality sign-offs and system turnover packages
Oversee third-party QA/QC personnel and consultants to ensure consistent execution and reporting
Verify work is completed in accordance with design specifications quality standards building codes and site requirements
Coordinate with the Authority Having Jurisdiction as needed for inspections approvals and compliance-related activities
Reinforce site safety expectations and ensure contractor workforces comply with site safety plans OSHA standards and established procedures

Commissioning Execution
Support commissioning planning and scheduling at the site level including readiness tracking and field coordination
Verify installation quality prior to pre-functional testing across electrical mechanical plumbing controls and fire alarm systems
Manage pre-functional testing activities document results and coordinate resolution of deficiencies
Coordinate functional performance testing with contractors OEM startup technicians and third-party commissioning agents
Oversee integrated systems testing including electrical mechanical controls load bank testing and reliability demonstrations
Manage system turnover documentation including punch lists as-builts TAB reports inspection records closeout packages and final handoff materials

CMOP Energization & Field Execution
Develop and manage Critical Methods of Procedure for high-risk switching energization and live-environment work
Coordinate first-time energization events and electrical system activation sequencing
Develop switching plans load bank plans and field execution procedures in alignment with commissioning schedules
Ensure all personnel are briefed prepared and compliant with CMOP requirements before execution
Identify field risks early and coordinate with project leadership to resolve issues before they impact quality safety or schedule

Reporting & Coordination
Serve as the primary on-site contact for QA/QC and commissioning activities
Provide regular updates on QA/QC findings commissioning progress milestone status field risks and readiness concerns
Participate in stakeholder updates OAC meetings and site coordination discussions as the QA/QC and commissioning authority
Coordinate daily with general contractors subcontractors OEM technicians third-party commissioning agents site operations and facilities teams
Maintain alignment between construction progress equipment readiness commissioning milestones and operational turnover requirements

Required Experience
8 years of hands-on QA/QC and commissioning experience in mission-critical data center HPC industrial or complex infrastructure environments
Direct experience executing commissioning programs in live or high-availability environments
Strong experience with CMOP development first-time energization integrated systems testing and load bank coordination
Experience managing FAT/FWT documentation OEM startup support equipment readiness and system acceptance activities
Strong working knowledge of electrical mechanical cooling controls fire alarm and MEP systems
Experience managing third-party commissioning agents QA/QC consultants contractors and field execution teams
Proficiency with Primavera P6 Procore and BIM 360
OSHA 30 and NFPA 70E certifications required
Strong communication documentation field leadership and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications
Higher certificate or bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Construction Management or a related technical field
Familiarity with NFPA NEC IEEE and ASHRAE standards
Experience in hyperscale data center HPC or large-scale mission-critical infrastructure environments