Site Quality Manager -- BESS (El Paso, TX)

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alpine solutions groupGaithersburg (MD)

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$45-$55/hour

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About the role

Site Quality Manager - BESS/Solar

Location: El Paso, TXPay Rate (No Flex): $45-$55/hour

Per Diem: $850/week per diem

Annual Comp: Averages about $175KConversion Salary: $110K + OT + Per Diem comes out to about $160-170K per year Contract: 6-month contract to hire

Project: Current project has 6 months left on it, then they will need to move them to another project. This person may move sooner than 6 months as they may be training their replacement and then moving on.

Must Have:

MUST BE WILLING TO TRAVEL ONCE CONVERTED TO PERM EMPLOYEEMUST have BESS experience (ideally safety, QA, or QC)
Minimum 2 years' experience in Quality Management in large commercial construction projects
Can interpret and talk through contracts, interact with and manage the client
Understanding of multiple fields: electrical, mechanical, civilMUST be well-spoken; they will be talking directly to the client every day

Position Summary: The Site Quality Manager is the senior quality representative on a large commercial Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) construction project and is responsible for implementing, managing, and enforcing the project’s Quality Management System (QMS).This individual oversees site quality activities from project mobilization through final turnover, ensuring civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and commissioning work is completed in accordance with contract specifications, engineering drawings, applicable codes and standards, manufacturer requirements, and established quality procedures. The Site Quality Manager works closely with Project Management, Construction, Engineering, Safety, Commissioning, subcontractors, and client representatives to proactively identify risks, resolve deficiencies, minimize rework, and support successful project delivery.

Quality Program Management:

Implement and maintain the project Quality Management Plan (QMP).Develop and manage Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) for applicable construction activities.
Ensure quality activities comply with project specifications, engineering documents, customer requirements, manufacturer requirements, and applicable industry standards.
Maintain complete and accurate project quality documentation throughout construction.
Establish and reinforce quality expectations across field teams and subcontractors.
Field Quality Oversight
Provide quality oversight for major scopes of work associated with a large commercial BESS project, which may include:
Site development and civil construction
Grading, drainage, and underground utilities
Foundations and concrete work
Structural installation
Battery energy storage equipment installation
Electrical equipment installation
Underground conduit and duct bank installation
Cable pulling and termination
Grounding systems
Medium-voltage electrical systems
Transformers and associated electrical equipment
Controls, communications, and SCADA systems
Mechanical completion
Pre-commissioning and commissioning support
Inspections & Testing
Schedule and coordinate required inspections.
Perform field inspections to verify workmanship and specification compliance.
Ensure required hold points and witness points are properly executed.
Coordinate inspections with engineering, client representatives, subcontractors, and third-party inspectors.
Verify required testing and documentation are completed before work progresses.
Monitor installation activities for compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and manufacturer requirements.
Documentation Management
Maintain project quality records including:
Inspection reports
Material receiving inspectionsNCR logs
Punch lists
Deficiency tracking
Corrective Action Reports (CARs)
Quality-related RFIsMaterial certifications and test reports
Turnover packages
As-built documentation
Testing documentation
Daily and weekly quality reports
Ensure documentation is complete, organized, traceable, and prepared for final project turnover.

Non-Conformance Management: Identify and document quality deficiencies. Issue and manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).Participate in root cause investigations. Develop and track corrective and preventive actions. Verify completion and effectiveness of corrective actions. Monitor quality trends and recurring deficiencies. Drive continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.

Subcontractor & Vendor Quality: Review subcontractor quality plans and procedures. Verify subcontractor compliance with project quality requirements. Conduct or participate in subcontractor quality meetings. Monitor workmanship and installation practices. Review material certifications, testing records, and manufacturer documentation. Ensure materials and equipment incorporated into the project meet applicable requirements. Coordinate with vendors and manufacturers when quality issues arise.

Client Interface: Serve as a primary site quality representative with the client and other project stakeholders. Responsibilities may include: Participate in client quality meetings. Lead discussions regarding project quality performance. Coordinate client and third-party inspections. Support project and client audits. Resolve quality-related concerns. Prepare quality reports for project leadership and client representatives.

Turnover & Closeout: Lead completion of quality and mechanical completion documentation. Coordinate final inspections. Manage quality-related punch list completion. Assemble and review turnover packages. Ensure required quality documentation is complete and accepted. Support commissioning, energization, and project closeout activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years of construction quality management experience.
Experience serving in a lead quality role on large-scale commercial, industrial, energy, or infrastructure construction projects.
Strong working knowledge of civil, mechanical, and electrical construction.
Experience managing subcontractor quality performance.
Experience with project turnover documentation and commissioning support.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, IFC packages, specifications, and technical documents.
Experience developing and managing Inspection & Test Plans.
Strong understanding of construction quality documentation and non-conformance processes.
Preferred Experience
Experience with one or more of the following is preferred:
Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects
Large-scale energy or power constructionEPC construction environments
Medium-voltage or high-voltage electrical systems
Underground electrical installation
Major electrical equipment installation
Commissioning and energization support
Mechanical completion
Client quality audits
Utility or power infrastructure projects.
Technical Knowledge
Candidates should possess working knowledge of:
Quality Management Systems (QMS)
Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
Non-Conformance Reporting (NCR)
Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
Root Cause Analysis
Construction document control
Applicable ASTM standards
Applicable ACI standardsNEC requirements
Applicable NESC and IEEE standards
Manufacturer installation requirements
Electrical and civil construction quality practices
Testing, commissioning, and turnover processes

Success in this RoleThe successful candidate will establish and maintain a strong culture of quality throughout construction and project turnover. This individual will help ensure work is completed the first time correctly, minimize rework, maintain accurate and complete quality documentation, effectively manage subcontractor quality performance, and develop productive relationships with project leadership and client representatives. Success requires balancing strong field oversight with documentation, problem-solving, communication, and coordination to deliver a high-quality commercial BESS facility in accordance with contractual, engineering, manufacturer, and regulatory requirements.

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