Quality Assurance Manager – Dam & Tunnel Projects

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead QA activities for a complex dam and tunnel infrastructure program in Panama. The role supports the client in monitoring the contractor’s quality management across design, material production, laboratory testing and field construction.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement a project QA/QC plan to monitor compliance and effectiveness of the contractor’s QA/QC program.
• Lead design team quality assurance efforts and coordinate quality requirements across engineering disciplines.
• Manage QA activities for grouting, concrete mixes, aggregate production, material stockpiling and laboratory testing.
• Develop inspection procedures, documentation protocols and oversee laboratory testing quality assurance.
• Conduct inspections, audits, surveillance and issue corrective action reports and non‑conformance documentation.
• Ensure material processing, handling, transportation and stockpiling meet contract and industry standards.
• Oversee quality assurance for final dam surface preparation, protection and acceptance.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in construction quality assurance, particularly for dam and tunnel projects.
• Strong background in concrete, aggregate, earthwork, grouting and instrumentation.
• Proven ability to develop QA/QC plans, conduct audits and manage corrective actions.
• Experience working with clients to verify contractor compliance.

Required skills

• Construction Quality Assurance
• Concrete mix design and testing
• Laboratory testing procedures
• Material inspection and tracking
• Grouting techniques
• Instrumentation monitoring