Bondada


Job Role: Manager - Quality (Solar EPC - Ground Mount Projects)
Location: Corporate Office
Experience: 15–17 years
Qualification: BE/BTech in Engineering (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical)
Certifications (Preferred): ISO 9001 Lead Auditor / Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Quality professional to lead and drive quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) across multiple solar EPC ground-mounted projects. This role will be responsible for establishing robust quality systems, ensuring compliance with standards, and supporting project teams to deliver defect-free execution.

Key Responsibilities

1. Quality Management System (QMS)

  • Develop, implement, and maintain Quality Management Systems (QMS) aligned with ISO 9001 standards.
  • Define quality policies, procedures, SOPs, and checklists for solar EPC projects.
  • Ensure standardization and continuous improvement of quality processes across projects.

2. Design & Engineering Quality

  • Review design documents, drawings, and specifications to ensure quality compliance and constructability.
  • Coordinate with engineering teams to incorporate quality requirements at design stage.
  • Drive lessons learned and design quality improvements.

3. Vendor & Material Quality Assurance

  • Evaluate and qualify vendors based on quality standards and technical capabilities.
  • Review and approve ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans), QAPs, and material specifications.
  • Conduct/oversee factory inspections, FATs, and vendor audits.

4. Project QA/QC Oversight

  • Monitor and guide site teams on QA/QC implementation for:
  • Civil works (foundations, structures, roads)
  • Mechanical works (MMS installation)
  • Electrical works (cable laying, termination, testing)
  • Ensure adherence to approved drawings, specifications, and quality benchmarks.
  • Review inspection reports, NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports), and CAPA.

5. Audits & Compliance

  • Plan and conduct internal quality audits across project sites.
  • Ensure compliance with client specifications, contractual requirements, and regulatory standards.
  • Support external audits, client inspections, and certifications.

6. Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement

  • Track and analyze quality KPIs (defects, rework, NCR trends, audit findings).
  • Drive root cause analysis (RCA) and implement improvement initiatives.
  • Lead quality improvement programs and best practice sharing across projects.

7. Training & Stakeholder Coordination

  • Conduct training programs on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.
  • Collaborate with project, procurement, engineering, and site QA/QC teams.
  • Provide regular reports and dashboards to senior management.

Key Requirements

  • Experience with utility-scale solar projects in a corporate/central quality function.
  • Ability to travel to project sites for audits and inspections.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and quality documentation/reporting tools.
  • Experience Knowledge of international quality standards (IEC, ASTM, etc.)
  • Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of ISO standards, QA/QC procedures, and inspection protocols.

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