Civil QA & QC Engineer (or Quality Assurance / Quality Control Engineer)Department / Reporting To

- Department: Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QMS) / Project Execution
- Reports To: QA/QC Manager / Project Manager

Key Responsibilities1. Material Inspection & Testing

- Inspect incoming construction materials (cement, aggregates, steel reinforcement, bricks, admixtures, waterproofing agents) at the site. [1, 2]
- Verify material test certificates (MTCs), delivery dockets, and brand/code compliance before usage. [1, 2]
- Coordinate field and laboratory tests, including concrete cube compressive strength tests, slump tests, and soil compaction tests (following standards like IS 456). [1, 2, 3]
- Manage material inspection requests (MIRs) with the client or consultant. [1, 2]

2. Site Inspections & Quality Control

- Conduct daily on-site and off-site quality inspections based on approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and Method Statements.
- Check critical construction stages: excavation, sub-grade, foundation levels, reinforcement layout, shuttering/formwork alignment, concreting, brickwork plumb, and plaster thickness.
- Monitor concrete placement, vibration, and post-placement curing regimes.
- Verify hold points and witness points before advancing to the next phase of construction. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]

3. Documentation & Reporting

- Prepare, maintain, and submit Work Inspection Requests (WIRs) and quality checklists for client/consultant sign-off.
- Maintain comprehensive records of test results, calibration logs, material approvals, and as-built documentation.
- Draft daily, weekly, and monthly QA/QC progress reports for project leadership. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

4. Non-Conformance & Corrective Actions





- Issue Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and Site Instructions (SIs) when work or materials deviate from specifications.
- Investigate the root causes of defects and coordinate remedial or rework actions with the site construction team.
- Verify the close-out of open NCRs before permitting further work. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

5. Audits & Coordination

- Assist in internal and external Quality Management System (QMS / ISO 9001) audits.
- Coordinate quality inspections and site visits with client representatives, consultants, and subcontractors.
- Participate in weekly site quality meetings to address bottlenecks and defect trends. [1, 2, 3]

Required Qualifications & Skills

- Education: Bachelor’s Degree (B.E. / B.Tech) in Civil Engineering or Construction Management. [1] Or Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Experience: 3 to 8+ years of hands-on civil site or QA/QC experience in residential, commercial, or infrastructure projects (such as high-rises or industrial buildings). [1, 2]
- Technical Knowledge:
- Proficiency in Indian Standards (IS Codes like IS 456, IS 10262) or relevant international codes (ASTM, BS).
- Deep understanding of concrete mix design, NDT (non-destructive testing), soil mechanics, and rebar detailing.
- Experience with ITP, WIR, MIR, and NCR workflows. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
- Certifications (Preferred): Certified Quality Auditor (e.g., ISO 9001 Lead Auditor) or NDT-level certifications. [1]
- Soft Skills: Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, explicit communication for stakeholder management, and firmness in enforcing quality standards on site.

Pay: From ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

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