QA Engineering Manager (Data Center) at Decima… · Riyadh

Decima International is a professional services company, providing project management and controls services to clients in the United States and the Middle East. Our mission is to become the premier professional services provider across all industry sectors we are engaged in. To accomplish this, Decima International’s founders established a simple yet powerful formula: Approach each client engagement as a partnership, create an environment that attracts the most talented professionals and allows them to flourish, and regulate growth to maintain excellence in our service standards. Position Details Title: QA Engineering Manager – Data Center Projects Location: Onsite Employment Type: Full-time Nationality Requirement: Any nationality About Decima International Decima International is a leading professional services firm specializing in project management, planning, and advisory services for complex, large-scale developments. We partner with leading organizations in the technology and infrastructure sectors to deliver high-impact projects with precision and excellence. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced QA Engineering Manager to lead the full Quality Assurance function across multiple data center and mission-critical construction projects. The role focuses on QMS implementation, audits, contractor quality oversight, non-conformance management, and continuous improvement in high-reliability, zero-defect environments. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage QA/QC teams across assigned data center projects. Develop, implement, and maintain the project Quality Management System. Ensure compliance with ISO standards, client requirements, project specifications, and regulatory obligations. Oversee ITPs, method statements, QA procedures, and quality documentation. Plan and conduct internal and external audits, ensuring timely closure of findings. Manage NCRs, CARs, root cause analysis, and corrective action processes. Monitor contractor quality performance and enforce compliance. Coordinate with engineering, construction, commissioning, client, consultant, and contractor teams. Provide quality reports, KPIs, risk assessments, and improvement recommendations. Support testing, commissioning, handover quality validation, and closeout activities. Drive continuous improvement and best practices across projects. Qualifications Essential Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Engineering — Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline. Strong QA/QC experience on data center or mission-critical projects. Proven experience implementing and governing Quality Management Systems. Experience leading multi-discipline QA/QC teams. Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ITPs, method statements, audits, NCRs, CARs, and root cause analysis. Ability to review technical documentation, QA procedures, and material submittals. Strong stakeholder management, reporting, and compliance enforcement skills. Nice to Have ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification or equivalent. Hyperscale or Tier III / Tier IV project experience. GCC or international project exposure. Experience in MEP-heavy construction environments. Commissioning and start-up environment exposure. Familiarity with Aconex, Procore, or similar document control systems. Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, digital QA/QC tools, and risk-based quality planning. Core Competencies Quality Leadership – Ability to lead QA/QC teams and establish a strong project quality culture. QMS Governance – Strong capability in implementing and maintaining effective quality systems. Audit and Compliance – Skilled in audit planning, execution, findings closure, and standards compliance. Contractor Quality Oversight – Ability to monitor contractor performance and enforce quality requirements. Non-Conformance Management – Strong experience managing NCRs, CARs, root cause analysis, and corrective actions. Continuous Improvement – Ability to drive lessons learned, quality KPIs, and best practices across projects. Please Note: This position is part of our anticipated expansion in Saudi Arabia. While we are excited about the opportunities this role will offer, the position is not currently active and is associated with the planned launch of our operations in the region. By applying, you acknowledge that this is a future opportunity and not an offer of immediate employment. We appreciate your interest and encourage you to express your intent to be considered once the role becomes available. Decima International is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. At Decima International, we offer a competitive salary package, including paid time off and performance-based bonuses. We also provide excellent medical, vision and dental insurance for our employees.