QAQC Lead

Finding a better way.

At CHA, we believe in the power of clean water, resilient energy, safer roads, and structures that harmoniously blend with their surroundings. We create solutions. We help People. We improve our world. At CHA, we embed ourselves in our communities - and take pride in improving things where we live. At the foundation is a commitment to inclusion and diversity and choosing to treat everyone with dignity and respect. We also take accountability for making decisions that promote sustainability in our business and our designs. We are on a mission to reduce our environmental footprint and bring greener solutions to our clients. We are responsibly creating a more sustainable future in ways that we can all see and touch. Together. Every day.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a QAQC Lead to join our Commercial & Institutional – Fire Protection Services Team at our Cullman, AL or Birmingham, AL office.

CHA Fire Protection Services offers highly specialized fire protection engineering services and cutting-edge solutions to the most challenging fire protection projects. Our knowledgeable staff manages complex industrial, commercial and design/build fire protection projects, including sprinkler systems, fire pumps, ground storage tanks, underground piping, and special hazards.

The QAQC Lead is responsible for the research, preparation, creation, and review of various types of contract and construction drawings before being sent to fabrication. This key role will collaborate with our Design teams on multiple projects in a timely and cost-effective manner to meet client and company expectations for the fabrication and installation of materials. Additionally, the QAQC Lead is responsible for the creation, implementation, and oversight of the CHA Fire design standards manual as well as the facilitation of annual training sessions for the Design teams. The professional in this role will work directly with staff to ensure quality content is being produced and provide guidance and mentorship to junior design staff as necessary.

At CHA, you can build a career and find your passion across our diverse business lines and project teams. Being part of CHA means being part of a team of talented professionals, where you’ll find support for your career growth and the opportunity to impact our industry and our communities. Find your “why” at CHA!

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s Degree preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of fire protection design experience required
• NICET Level II Certification required; Level III preferred
• Proficient with discipline-based software (AutoCAD, Revit, HydraCad, etc.)
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high quality work
• Ability to identify and correct errors in documents and drawings
• Experience developing and implementing quality standards and procedures
• Ability to conduct thorough reviews and inspections to ensure compliance with standards and codes
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt communication style to suit various audiences
• Strong work ethic and desire to work in a collaborative team environment
• Ability to lead and mentor more junior staff
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Some travel (5-10%) may be required
• Valid drivers’ license required

$98,000 - $118,000

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. 

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways – always searching, never settling – to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.