SURF QA/QC Lead

About the role

The SURF QA/QC Lead will oversee all quality assurance and control activities for offshore construction from the FID sanction through the development phase. Reporting directly to the Offshore Technical Manager, the role ensures that EPC contractors and subcontractors meet contractual and technical QA/QC requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate QA/QC activities for the offshore scope across construction, installation, pre‑commissioning and commissioning phases.
• Verify contractor QA/QC procedures, quality plans, inspection plans and ensure adequate resources and equipment.
• Conduct QMS and process audits of contractors and key suppliers, issue audit reports and follow up on corrective actions.
• Review and assess non‑conformance reports (NCRs), manage root‑cause analysis and corrective action requests (CARs).
• Liaise with the company QA/QC Manager and certifying authorities to ensure compliance.
• Lead offshore and yard supervisors (material, NDT, welding, coating) providing direction and support.
• Compile as‑built and final documentation and participate in regular quality reviews.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in offshore construction QA/QC, preferably in EPC environments.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex quality programs.
• Strong understanding of offshore technical specifications, standards and contractual requirements.
• Excellent analytical skills for root‑cause analysis and corrective action management.

Required skills

• Quality Management System (QMS) implementation and auditing
• Audit and inspection procedures for offshore projects
• Non‑Conformance Reporting (NCR) handling
• Corrective Action Request (CAR) management
• Root‑cause analysis techniques
• Knowledge of offshore construction QA/QC standards