QA Lead - Civil/Mechanical/Piping

Responsibilities

• Create and implement the project’s construction quality management plan and supporting procedures for civil, mechanical, and piping scopes.
• Oversee quality planning and inspection for site prep, earthworks, compaction, piling, and concrete structures.
• Direct QA oversight of equipment receiving, preservation, installation, setting, and alignment.
• Manage piping quality including material traceability, welding program compliance (WPS/PQR/WPQ), NDE coordination, and pressure testing.
• Ensure complete, accurate, and auditable quality records, including ITPs, inspection reports, and turnover packages.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Industrial, Civil, Mechanical) or construction management preferred.
• 15+ years of progressively responsible experience leading construction quality on large industrial projects (chemical, petrochemical, refinery, or similar).
• Strong working knowledge of industrial codes and standards such as ACI, ASCE, ASTM, AISC, ASME B31.3, ASME IX, and AWS.
• Demonstrated success managing quality for concrete, heavy civil works, equipment installation, and piping construction.
• Ability to work onsite in St. Gabriel, LA, in field conditions, including walking on uneven ground and climbing ladders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Quality certifications such as ASQ (CQA/CQE) or ISO 9001 Lead Auditor.
• Welding or NDE credentials such as AWS CWI or NDE Level II/III familiarity.
• API certifications (API 570, 510, or 653).

Benefits

• 401k with a 6% company match.
• Multi-tier medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance.
• Wellness Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and fitness/weight-loss reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and paid vacation/sick time.

About the Company

Orbia is a purpose-driven global company working to solve some of the toughest challenges through innovation and teamwork. Our Fluor & Energy business group focuses on delivering large-scale industrial projects with a commitment to safety, reliability, and excellence.