Lead QA/QC Manager

Job Purpose The Lead QA/QCManager is responsible for managing the day-to-day implementation of the Quality Assurance and Quality ControlManagement System across semiconductor and advanced manufacturing EPCM projectsthroughout Singapore, Europe, the United States and Asia. Reporting to theHead of QA/QC, the incumbent will lead project quality planning, engineeringquality reviews, construction quality, supplier quality surveillance,inspection programmes, FAT/SAT activities, commissioning quality and projecthandover. The role ensures that all engineering, procurement, construction andcommissioning activities comply with client specifications, internationalstandards and the Quality Management System. The Lead QA/QCManager provides technical leadership across the Utility's five ProcessCritical Systems disciplines: • Ultra-Pure Water (UPW) • Wastewater Treatment (WWT) • Chemical & Slurry • Specialty Gas • Process Exhaust Minimum Qualification Requirements Education • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quality Management or a related discipline. • Lead Auditor certification (ISO 9001) is highly desirable. • ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent certification is an advantage. Experience • Minimum 10-12 years of QA/QC experience in EPC or EPCM organisations. • Minimum 5 years leading QA/QC teams on semiconductor or advanced manufacturing projects. • Demonstrated experience across engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning phases. • Proven experience supporting Base Build and Tool Hook-Up projects. • Strong understanding of quality requirements for all five Process Critical Systems disciplines. • Experience coordinating supplier inspections, FATs, SATs and client quality audits. • Experience managing multidisciplinary QA/QC teams across multiple projects. KeyResponsibilities A. ProjectQuality Leadership • Implement Corporate Quality Management System across assigned projects. • Develop Project Quality Plans (PQPs) and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs). • Establish project quality objectives and KPIs. • Ensure compliance with contractual quality requirements. B. EngineeringQuality • Review engineering deliverables for compliance with specifications and standards. • Participate in design reviews, constructability reviews, HAZOPs and technical workshops. • Ensure quality requirements are incorporated into engineering documentation. C. Procurement& Supplier Quality • Coordinate supplier qualification activities. • Conduct supplier audits and surveillance visits. • Witness Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs). • Monitor supplier quality performance and implement corrective actions. D.Construction Quality • Lead site QA/QC inspections across all process utility disciplines. • Verify installation quality and workmanship. • Review welding records, NDT reports and material traceability. • Manage punch lists and mechanical completion activities. E.Commissioning & Turnover • Support Site Acceptance Tests (SATs), pre-commissioning and commissioning activities. • Verify completion of quality documentation. • Coordinate turnover dossiers and as-built records. • Ensure successful project handover to clients. F. QualityControl & Continuous Improvement • Manage NCRs, root cause analysis and CAPA implementation. • Monitor quality trends and performance metrics. • Identify opportunities for process improvement and standardisation. • Promote lessons learned across projects. G. Leadership& Team Development • Supervise and mentor Senior QA/QC Engineers, Inspectors and QA personnel. • Conduct competency assessments and technical coaching. • Support recruitment and onboarding of QA/QC personnel. • Foster a culture of quality excellence and continuous learning. H. Client& Stakeholder Management • Act as the primary project quality interface with clients and consultants. • Lead quality review meetings and audits. • Coordinate responses to client comments and quality concerns. • Maintain effective communication with Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Commissioning teams. Key Competencies • Project Quality Management • Semiconductor EPCM Quality • Engineering Quality Assurance • Construction Quality Control • Supplier Quality Management • FAT & SAT Coordination • Mechanical Completion • Turnover Management • Root Cause Analysis • CAPA & NCR Management • Leadership & Team Development • Client Relationship Management • Digital Quality Systems • Continuous Improvement Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) • Project Quality Performance • First-Time Quality (FTQ) • NCR Closure Time • Rework Rate • FAT/SAT Pass Rate • Mechanical Completion Readiness • Supplier Quality Performance • Client Audit Results • Project Turnover Readiness • Team Competency Development • Customer Satisfaction • Continuous Improvement Initiatives Working Relationships Internal • Head of QA/QC • Engineering Managers • Project Managers • Construction Managers • Procurement Team • Commissioning Team • HSE Team • Logistics & Expediting Team External • Clients • Suppliers • Equipment Manufacturers • Inspection Agencies • Certification Bodies • Third-Party Inspectors