Amazon · 1 month ago
Sr. Quality Control Engineer, Integrated Project Quality (IPQ)
Herndon, Virginia, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$129K/yr - $213K/yr
8+ years expAmazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Senior Quality Control Engineer (QCE) to execute and support the Integrated Project Quality (IPQ) Program in the delivery of data centers. The role focuses on civil, structural, and architectural quality control execution, managing vendor performance, and ensuring consistent implementation of IPQ standards across AWS building sites.
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Responsibilities
Provide technical field trade oversight for civil, structural, and architectural components and manage off-site prefabrication/assembly quality processes for the OSA program
Lead quality control oversight of prefabricated duct bank systems, concrete assemblies, structural steel components, and architectural elements
Lead root cause analysis for CSA quality issues, coordinate corrective actions, and implement preventive measures
Support IPQ implementation across multiple AMER sites, coordinate with construction teams, and manage quality milestone tracking
Maintain quality control documentation, prepare weekly progress reports, and track quality metrics and KPIs within team-standard tooling and mechanisms
Conduct routine CSA quality inspections, verify installation compliance, and manage non-conformance resolution processes
Directly oversee third-party vendor performance, conduct vendor meetings, and manage quality scorecard assessments
Develop, and ensure alignment with, IPQ technical standards, review CSA installation procedures, and validate compliance with AWS specifications
Interface with Construction Management, Design Engineering, Commissioning and various stakeholders on technical quality execution
Oversee quality control of underground utilities, site work, foundation systems, and building envelope components, including on-site quality installation methodologies
Qualification
Required
Travel up to 80% of the time
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management, or equivalent work experience
8+ years' experience in civil/structural/architectural quality control/quality assurance of data centers or critical infrastructure
Hands-on experience with concrete construction, structural steel, prefabricated systems, and quality control execution
Experience with prefabricated duct bank systems, underground utilities, and site construction processes, including on-site quality installation methodologies
Knowledge of CSA industry standards (ASCE, ACI, AISC, IBC, ASTM) and quality control methodologies
Experience working with and managing third party vendors
Experience with quality management systems, software/tools, and process improvements, and include specific results like reduced defect rates or improved customer satisfaction
Preferred
Experience with technical field trade oversight and off-site prefabrication/assembly management
Experience with data center foundation systems, structural steel assemblies, and building envelope construction
Direct experience with prefabricated concrete, modular construction, and precast assembly quality processes
Familiarity with surveying, geotechnical testing, and materials testing procedures
Knowledge of underground utility construction, duct bank installation, and site development quality control
Project management experience with multiple concurrent construction projects
Strong technical writing and reporting skills
Experience with quality management systems and documentation processes
Professional certifications (SI, LEED AP, AWS CWI, NICET, or equivalent CSA certifications/accreditations)
Architectural, Engineering License or technical certification to align with the specializations noted above
Benefits
Equity
Sign-on payments
Other forms of compensation
Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
Company
Amazon
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