QAQC Engineer - Civil & Structural Steelworks

Job description / Role

About Company

KBR is a global provider of differentiated professional services and technologies across the asset and program life cycle within the Government Services and Hydrocarbons sectors. KBR employs approximately 34,000 people worldwide (including our joint ventures), with customers in more than 80 countries, and operations in 40 countries.

Job Purpose:

The QA/QC Engineer will be responsible for ensuring compliance with project specifications and quality standards for civil and structural steel works on the BP_ROO_EPCM project in Iraq. This role involves monitoring and inspecting various facility installations to uphold quality and safety requirements.

Job Responsibilities:
- Reports to QA/QC Manager.
- Monitors and inspects facility installations including RCC structures, building architectural works, Asphalt roads/pavements, storm water drainage systems, tank foundations, grouting works, and structural steel erection works.
- Ensures compliance with project documents, codes, standards, and procedures.
- Conducts quality control inspections on concrete works, earthworks, grouting works, and structural steel works as per approved ITP's.
- Inspects heavy equipment foundations and other critical structural components.
- Oversees excavation, backfilling, and compaction activities, including cable/pipe trenches.
- Supervises E&I installations and inspects underground facilities.
- Observes field tests for soil, concrete, and other materials.
- Monitors construction sites to ensure adherence to safety standards and specifications.
- Collaborate with design and engineering teams to ensure that quality requirements are integrated into the project design phase.
- Conduct regular audits of construction activities to identify non-conformities and develop corrective action plans.
- Review and approve quality control documentation, including test reports, inspection records, and quality certificates.
- Provide technical guidance to subcontractors and construction teams to resolve quality issues and improve workmanship.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality processes and procedures.
- Participate in project meetings and inspections to communicate quality-related updates and findings.
- Assist in the preparation of quality reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
- Conduct supplier evaluations and inspections to ensure compliance with project quality requirements.
- Support the training and development of junior QA/QC staff members to enhance departmental capabilities and performance.
- Conduct risk assessments and proactive quality checks to prevent defects and deviations from project specifications.
- Coordinate with third-party quality assurance agencies to validate project quality standards and compliance.

Mandatory Competencies:

Familiarity with international codes and standards related to materials, civil, and structural disciplines. Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing quality management systems to meet international standards. Fluent communication in English. Overall industry experience: 15 years. Experience in a similar position: 7 years.

Technical Skills:
- Proficient in civil and structural engineering principles.
- Strong knowledge of quality assurance and quality control processes.
- Familiarity with construction materials and methodologies.

Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Qualifications:
- Mandatory Bachelor's or Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution.

Work Environment:

The role will involve on-site inspections and coordination with various project stakeholders. A dynamic and fast-paced environment requiring attention to detail and adherence to project timelines and quality standards.

About the Company

We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 28,000 people performing diverse, complex and mission critical roles in 34 countries.

KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.