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The Field MEP QAQC Manager serves as the General Contractors Representative responsible for overseeing field quality execution across basebuild and tenant fit-out phases of hyperscale data center construction projects. This role is heavily field-focused and centered on ensuring mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, and related MEP systems are installed, inspected, documented, and turned over in accordance with project requirements, quality standards, and commissioning milestones. The Field MEP QAQC Manager works closely with the General Contractor, trade partners, commissioning teams, vendors, and owner stakeholders to validate QA/QC execution, drive issue resolution, support L2/L3 readiness, and maintain alignment between field progress, documentation, and turnover requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent trade/superintendent experience
• 7–10+ years of construction, QA/QC, field management, or MEP coordination experience on data center, mission-critical, semiconductor, industrial, or large commercial projects
• Strong understanding of MEP systems including electrical distribution, mechanical equipment, plumbing, fire protection, controls, and commissioning interfaces
• Experience supporting tenant fit-out, data hall fit-out, or fast-paced MEP construction environments strongly preferred
• Familiarity with QA/QC processes, inspection workflows, punchlist management, and commissioning documentation
• Experience with Procore, CxAlloy, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, or similar construction management platforms
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, inspection documentation, and commissioning requirements
• Strong field presence with the ability to conduct routine site walks, identify quality issues, and drive corrective action with contractors and trade partners
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work across owner, GC, subcontractor, vendor, and commissioning teams

• Serve as the General Contractors Representative for MEP QA/QC oversight during basebuild and tenant fit-out phases of hyperscale data center construction
• Maintain a consistent field presence and perform routine site walkthroughs to verify quality, installation progress, workmanship, and compliance with project documents
• Oversee and validate execution of project-specific QA/QC plans across MEP scopes, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, and associated infrastructure
• Support quality oversight for basebuild and tenant fit-out scopes such as LV switchboards, RPPs, data hall busway, hot aisle containment, CRAHs, power/cooling systems, and related MEP infrastructure
• Coordinate with the General Contractor, MEP subcontractors, commissioning teams, vendors, and owner stakeholders to address quality issues and maintain alignment with turnover milestones
• Review and track QA/QC deliverables in CxAlloy, Procore, and other project systems to ensure required documentation is complete, accurate, and submitted on time
• Support preparatory, preconstruction, initial phase, benchmark, First of Kind, and set-in-place inspections with contractors and project stakeholders
• Assist with L2 equipment inspections, clean walks, pre-energization inspections, and readiness reviews prior to startup and commissioning activities
• Verify that required inspection and test documentation is completed, including pre-startup reports, NETA test reports, torque/megger sheets, arc flash documentation, hydrostatic test reports, flushing reports, point-to-point testing, and startup documentation
• Track and manage quality issues in CxAlloy or similar platforms, ensuring issues are properly assigned, routed, followed up on, and closed in a timely manner
• Manage punchlist tracking and coordinate regular status meetings with contractors and trade partners to drive closure of open quality items
• Physically verify field correction of punchlist items, deficiencies, and open QA/QC observations
• Confirm required equipment labeling, including arc flash labels and other identification requirements, are installed prior to energization or turnover
• Monitor protection of installed equipment and systems during construction to prevent damage, contamination, or degradation prior to turnover
• Support receiving inspections for OFCI and major MEP equipment, verifying documentation, condition, delivery coordination, and readiness for installation
• Coordinate with field teams to ensure equipment delivery, staging, installation, and inspection activities are aligned with construction sequencing and commissioning requirements
• Review submittals, RFIs, procurement logs, QA/QC documentation, and project records to support field quality execution and issue resolution
• Support development and coordination of MOPs, shutdowns, energization activities, and critical work in live or operational environments
• Participate in OAC, field coordination, QA/QC, commissioning, and trade partner meetings, providing updates on quality status, open issues, risks, and required actions
• Track weekly field progress, QA/QC observations, safety metrics, and quality trends for reporting to project leadership and owner stakeholders
• Coordinate with commissioning teams to support L3 documentation completion, L4 readiness, functional testing, and turnover requirements
• Ensure contractor and trade partner activities are executed in accordance with project safety, quality, schedule, and owner requirements
• Identify recurring quality issues, field constraints, or process gaps and work with project leadership to develop corrective actions and continuous improvement measures
• Maintain clear communication with contractors, vendors, commissioning agents, and owner stakeholders to support timely resolution of field issues and successful tenant fit-out delivery

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% KALCON match when an employee contributes at least 5%
• 15 days of paid time off
• 8 paid national holidays
• Reimbursement for professional licenses and certifications

At a minimum, the candidate’s professional resume must include the following:

• List of all Educational Achievements
• List of all Professional Licenses or Certificates
• List of Awards Received
• Detailed Employment History with each company including:
• Name & Contact Information of the firm or agency
• Start Date and End Date (Month & Year)
• Positions Held

At KALCON we are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace where every individual is respected and valued. We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicant and employees will receive consideration for employment as we do not tolerate discrimination of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes to the success of our company and the innovation behind the exceptional projects we deliver. We encourage and support applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our team and thrive. Our hiring and employment practices are guided by principles of fairness, equality, and opportunity for all.

$150,000 — $185,000 USD