Freelance QA/QC Managers

Excellence Squad is a European consulting firm specializing in Operational Excellence, Quality & Compliance, and Project Leadership across industries.

We help organizations achieve measurable results through structured execution and performance excellence.

We are currently supporting one of our international clients – a well-established engineering and industrial company – during a major project phase in Belgium.

To strengthen the project organization, we are looking for an experienced QA/QC Manager / Engineers capable of leading all quality-related activities in a multi-disciplinary, multi-contractor construction environment, with a strong focus on Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) works.

This is a freelance, contract-based assignment, based on-site in Belgium, with competitive conditions depending on experience and project scope.

What You’ll Do

Quality Leadership & Project Governance

• Establish, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO 9001, project specifications, and contractual requirements.

• Define and oversee Quality Plans, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), procedures, and method statements across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.

• Ensure full compliance with EU Directives, applicable EN/IEC standards, and client quality requirements.

Construction & Site Quality Management

• Lead and coordinate all QA/QC activities on site, covering civil, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation scopes.

• Manage and supervise QA/QC Engineers, Inspectors, and discipline specialists, ensuring consistent quality execution across all contractors.

• Act as the single point of responsibility for quality matters towards Project Management and the Client.

E&I Quality Oversight

• Oversee E&I quality activities including:

  • Material receiving inspections (cables, panels, instruments)

  • Cable laying, termination, grounding, and installation activities

  • FATs, site tests, loop checks, calibration, and pre-commissioning

• Review and approve E&I method statements, ITPs, technical submittals, and quality procedures.

• Ensure E&I installations comply with project specifications, IEC/EN standards, ATEX requirements, and applicable industry codes.

Audits, NCRs & Compliance

• Conduct internal audits, quality surveillance, and site inspections.

• Issue, manage, and close Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and oversee corrective and preventive actions.

• Support and manage client, third-party, and regulatory audits.

Contractors, Vendors & Documentation

• Review and approve vendor and subcontractor quality documentation.

• Monitor contractor quality performance and ensure contractual compliance.

• Ensure timely preparation and approval of:

  • Inspection records

  • Mechanical Completion dossiers

  • Inspection Release Notes (IRNs)

  • Quality reports and dashboards

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with Project Management, Engineering, Construction, HSE, Planning, and Commissioning teams.

• Promote a strong quality culture on site and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Capture lessons learned and contribute to project quality optimization.

What We’re Looking For

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechanical, or related discipline).

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in QA/QC roles within industrial construction projects

• At least 5 years of experience on large construction projects in Europe

• Proven experience in EPC / multi-contractor project environments

• Strong background in Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) quality is a major advantage

• Demonstrable knowledge of EU Directives and European regulatory frameworks

• Experience is not limited to oil & gas — candidates from chemical, petrochemical, energy, industrial manufacturing, or large infrastructure projects are fully relevant.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and coordination skills

• Solid understanding of construction quality processes