QC Manager (Local/Expat)

QC Manager (Local/Expat) Living Quarters (LQ) Project | Tianjin, China | 6-Month Contract (Extendable)

• Location: BOMESC Yard, Tianjin, China
• Duration: 6 months (with potential extension)
• Project Focus: Offshore Living Quarters (LQ) Modules & Compression Platform Fabrication
• Open to both local and expatriate professionals

About GK International:

GK International is a global manpower and technical services provider supporting world-class offshore oil & gas EPC/EPCIC projects. Our teams operate across China, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East delivering excellence in construction, commissioning, and quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the overall Quality Control (QC) function for the fabrication of offshore Living Quarters (LQ) modules and associated structures.
• Ensure implementation of project-specific Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), quality procedures, and client specifications.
• Oversee multidiscipline QC teams (welding, painting, NDT, structural, piping, electrical/instrumentation) and ensure adherence to inspection schedules.
• Manage coordination with third-party inspectors, client representatives, and subcontractors for daily inspections and quality sign-offs.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and issue Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) with timely resolution and preventive actions.
• Conduct internal quality audits and support external audits by client or certifying authorities.
• Prepare and submit QC reports, dossiers, and final documentation in line with handover requirements.

Required Qualifications & Certifications:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Structural, or relevant Engineering field.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years in QA/QC for offshore fabrication projects; strong preference for Living Quarters (LQ), utility platforms, or topside modules.
• Certifications: ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, CSWIP/BGAS/ASNT Level II or III in relevant disciplines is highly advantageous.

Skills & Competencies:

• Deep understanding of international codes and standards (e.g., AWS D1.1, ASME, API, ISO).
• Familiar with client specifications and quality requirements for offshore fabrication.
• Excellent team leadership skills in a multicultural construction yard environment.
• Strong report writing and documentation skills in English.
• Mandarin communication is a strong advantage for local interface and coordination.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement in quality practices.