Assistant-Manager QA/QC (Mechanical)

The Role

The Assistant Manager – QA/QC (Mechanical) is responsible for leading and managing all mechanical quality assurance and quality control activities associated with the construction, testing, commissioning, and handover of mission-critical Data Center facilities across Bangkok projects.

The role ensures that all mechanical systems are installed and commissioned in accordance with approved specifications, international standards, OEM requirements, Uptime/TIA recommendations, and DAMAC Digital quality governance frameworks.

This position will play a critical role in ensuring operational reliability, commissioning readiness, defect prevention, and construction-to-operations quality compliance for Tier-certified Data Center infrastructure.

The role will specifically oversee quality activities associated with:

- HVAC systems
- Chilled water systems
- CRAH/CRAC infrastructure
- Mechanical piping systems
- Firefighting systems
- Fuel systems
- Ventilation systems
- BMS-integrated mechanical infrastructure
- Mechanical testing and commissioning activities
- NDT verification activities including UT and RT coordination/review

Key Responsibilities:

- 1. Mechanical QA/QC Management
- Lead and supervise all site mechanical QA/QC inspections and quality surveillance activities.
- Ensure compliance with: Approved shop drawings
- Specifications
- Method statements
- ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans)
- Project quality procedures

- Monitor installation quality, workmanship standards, and construction compliance across all mechanical systems.
- Coordinate with PMC, consultants, contractors, vendors, and commissioning teams for quality-related activities.
- Support implementation of DAMAC Digital Quality Management Framework and project QA governance systems.

- 2. Mechanical Systems Inspection & Verification
- Review and inspect:
- HVAC systems
- Chilled water systems
- CRAH/CRAC units
- DX cooling systems
- FCU/AHU systems
- Ventilation and pressurization systems
- Mechanical piping systems
- Firefighting and suppression systems
- Fuel systems associated with generators
- Mechanical supports and vibration isolation systems
- Verify:
- Proper installation and alignment
- Pipe routing and supports
- Insulation installation quality
- Pressure testing compliance
- Flushing and cleaning activities
- Valve orientation and accessibility
- Equipment anchoring and vibration control
- TAB (Testing, Adjusting & Balancing) readiness
- BMS interface compliance

- 3. NDT Coordination & Verification
- Coordinate and verify Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) activities for mechanical piping and welded systems.
- Review and validate: UT (Ultrasonic Testing) reports
- RT (Radiographic Testing) reports
- Weld inspection records
- Hydrotest records
- Welder qualification records

- Ensure NDT activities comply with approved procedures, ASME/ASTM standards, and project specifications.
- Coordinate with third-party NDT agencies and ensure traceability/documentation compliance.
- Monitor NCRs associated with welding defects and piping quality issues

- 4. Testing & Commissioning Quality Support
- Witness and support:
- Hydrostatic testing
- Pressure testing
- Pipe flushing and cleaning
- TAB activities
- Functional performance testing
- Integrated Systems Testing (IST)
- Reliability and load testing activities
- Coordinate with commissioning consultants and OEM vendors to resolve quality observations and technical deficiencies.
- Ensure systems achieve commissioning readiness and operational reliability requirements prior to handover.

- 5. Documentation & Compliance Management
- Review and maintain:
- Inspection reports
- MIR/WIR records
- Material approvals
- Method statements
- NCRs and corrective actions
- RFIs and technical clarifications
- Punch lists
- Commissioning documentation
- Testing records
- NDT reports and certifications
- Ensure compliance with:
- ASHRAE standards
- NFPA standards
- SMACNA standards
- ASME piping/welding standards
- ISO 9001 requirements
- TIA-942 requirements
- Uptime Institute recommendations
- Local Thailand authority requirements
- Project specifications and client standards

- 6. Quality Governance & Continuous Improvement
- Participate in quality audits, risk reviews, and project quality assessments.
- Identify recurring quality issues and recommend preventive/corrective actions.
- Support implementation of lessons learned and quality improvement initiatives across Bangkok Data Center projects.
- Monitor closure of NCRs, punch points, and QA observations within target timelines.
- Support Construction to Operations Readiness (CORA) quality activities and handover compliance.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
- Additional QA/QC certifications preferred.
- NDT Level II certification (UT/RT preferred).
- Welding inspection certification preferred.

Experience

- 7–10 years of QA/QC experience in mechanical/MEP systems.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in: Data Centers
- Mission-critical facilities
- Large-scale infrastructure projects

- Strong experience in: HVAC systems
- Chilled water systems
- Mechanical piping
- Data Center cooling infrastructure
- Testing & commissioning support
- Welding inspection and NDT coordination

Preferred Certifications

- ISO 9001 Internal Auditor / Lead Auditor
- ASNT Level II – UT/RT
- Welding Inspection Certification (CSWIP/AWS preferred)
- ASHRAE certifications preferred
- Data Center certifications preferred
- OSHA / NEBOSH certification advantageous

- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
- 7–10 years of QA/QC experience in mechanical systems for data centres or mission‑critical facilities.
- Minimum 3–5 years managing HVAC, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, and fire protection projects.
- Strong knowledge of ASHRAE, IEC, ISO 9001, and local Thai authority regulations.
- Proven experience with inspection & test plans, NCR management, and commissioning of mechanical systems.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and coordination documents.
- Certified ISO 9001 Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor preferred.
- Relevant mechanical certifications (e.g., CMRP, PMP, or HVAC specialist) advantageous.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficiency in QA/QC software and MS Office suite.