Quality Head

Job Title : Quality Head Solar Projects Designation : Head Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC) Department: Quality Projects / Engineering Reporting To : Project Director / Head Projects / General Manager Quality Job Summary The Quality Head is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the Quality Management System (QMS) for solar PV projects. The role ensures that all engineering, procurement, construction, testing, and commissioning activities comply with project specifications, client requirements, applicable codes and standards, and company quality objectives. The Quality Head drives continuous improvement and ensures successful project delivery through effective quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) practices. Key Responsibilities Develop, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with company procedures, client requirements, and applicable standards.Prepare and implement Project Quality Plans (PQP), Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), Method Statements, and quality procedures.Ensure compliance with project specifications, contractual requirements, approved drawings, and relevant industry standards.Lead and manage QA/QC teams across multiple solar project sites.Review and approve quality documentation, material submittals, inspection reports, test reports, and quality records.Coordinate inspections with clients, consultants, third-party inspection agencies, and subcontractors.Monitor incoming material inspections, construction quality, installation activities, testing, pre-commissioning, and commissioning processes.Conduct internal quality audits, supplier evaluations, and subcontractor quality assessments.Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs), corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and root cause analysis.Ensure calibration of inspection, measuring, and test equipment.Monitor quality performance through KPIs and recommend continuous improvement initiatives.Support project handover by ensuring completion of punch lists, as-built documentation, quality dossiers, and final acceptance records.Provide quality training and guidance to project teams to promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement. Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.815 years of experience in QA/QC, with at least 5 years in solar, power, infrastructure, or industrial EPC projects.Strong knowledge of solar PV systems, construction quality practices, testing, commissioning, and quality documentation.Familiarity with international standards such as IEC, ISO 9001, and applicable client specifications.Experience with inspection procedures, material testing, documentation control, and quality audits.Proficiency in MS Office and quality documentation/reporting systems.Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Preferred Skills Experience in utility-scale solar PV EPC projects.Certification as a Lead Auditor for ISO 9001 or equivalent quality management systems.Knowledge of QA/QC requirements for civil, structural, electrical, and mechanical works.Experience coordinating with clients, consultants, certification agencies, and subcontractors.Strong understanding of continuous improvement methodologies and risk-based quality management. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Compliance with project quality requirements and applicable standards.Reduction in non-conformance reports (NCRs) and rework.Timely completion of inspections, testing, and quality documentation.Successful client inspections, audits, and project acceptance.Effective closure of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).Timely completion of handover documentation and quality dossiers.Achievement of project quality objectives with minimal defects and customer complaints. .