QA/QC Lead – Data Centre Project – London (Mech…

Overview

In this role you lead on-site QA/QC for a major data centre project in London, ensuring high-quality MEP installation, testing, and handover. You will work closely with project and QA managers to drive quality across fast-paced delivery. The position focuses on inspections, test packs, non-conformance resolution, and documentation to support commissioning and client handover. This is a long-term, site-based opportunity with exposure to senior quality roles and mission-critical delivery.

Pay / Benefits

• full package (travel, pension, bonus)
• long-term role
• senior quality career potential
• on-site data centre exposure
• supportive technical team
• permanent position

Responsibilities

• Own the on-site QA/QC function reporting to the Project Manager and QA Manager
• Prepare, review, and coordinate test packs, inspection checklists, and redline mark-ups
• Coordinate with mechanical and electrical Supervisors to ensure install quality
• Conduct regular inspections and audits, raise and close non-conformances
• Support commissioning teams with QA input and handover documentation
• Manage quality KPIs, punch lists, and document control processes
• Chair quality meetings with subcontractors and internal teams
• Drive continuous improvement in workmanship, documentation standards, and compliance
• Interface with client QA/QC representatives and support third-party inspections

Key requirements

• Mechanical or Electrical background (trade, HNC/D, or degree)
• 5–7 years’ QA/QC or Quality Lead experience in MEP or mission-critical environments
• Strong knowledge of installation standards, inspection protocols, and handover requirements
• Experience using QA systems and digital test packs (e.g. BIM 360, Zutec, Field View)
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable on fast-track delivery sites
• Experience with ISO standards, commissioning interface, and quality assurance for Tier III/IV builds (a plus)

• proactive
• detail-oriented
• confident on fast-track delivery sites
• QA systems and digital test packs (BIM 360, Zutec, Field View)
• installation standards and inspection protocols
• handover and commissioning QA input

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