Senior Level QA Manager Jobs
Senior level qa manager jobs put experienced quality leaders in charge of testing strategy, release standards, and the cross-functional teams that deliver them. Openings concentrate in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Technology & Software, and Consulting & Professional Services, with 26% of roles available remotely or in hybrid arrangements, and employers like Revolution Medicines, Revolution Medicines, and Jobot hiring at this level now.
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Responsibilities
- Develop, plan, manage and administer the implementation of project-specific Construction Quality Control and Quality Assurance (QA/QC) Plans with CM team, contractors and clients (multiple Quality Control {QC} specialists, Commissioning, Qualification and Validation nd/or jurisdictional inspection and testing personnel/agencies).
- These plans will incorporate the principals, policies, procedures and methodologies necessary to deliver each project fully compliant with the appropriate contract documents.
- Train the project team on their criteria and implementation. Work with the Project Executives and Project Managers to assure that sufficient, qualified specialized staff is assigned to provide the required knowledge and experience to execute the plan.
- Oversee QA/QC site related activities: oversee testing, inspection and acceptance of work; inspect and accept materials and equipment; identify deficiencies and non-conformances and track them through resolution and acceptance; prepare and submit quality control reports; review quality control documentation for specialty items and shop and field operations for subcontracted trades.
- Develop special Inspection Test Plans and System Completion records that will be incorporated into the QA/QC Project specific plans.
- Report and publish quality reports, audits and initiatives to Project Manager and review with the project team prior to publication.
- Provide risk avoidance techniques and identify quality risks to projects and IPS.• E
- Enure Corporate Quality initiatives and goals are achieved.
- Develop a system to compile, monitor, track and confirm deficiencies and successes of work performed by direct- hire and subcontract work crews.
- Evaluate testing, sampling methodologies, technologies and equipment to confirm correct applications are implemented.
- Review utility matrices developed to start up and commission systems and skids.
- Direct the tracking of deficiencies, test results, or other regularly reported quality control data; manage non-conformance reporting activities and track efficiencies from identification through resolution.
- Monitor performance of quality control systems to ensure effectiveness and efficiency.
- Verify that the construction of systems and equipment are installed in accordance with approved construction documents.
- Review plans and specifications to ensure requirements are met for each construction process.
- Understand and apply federal, state, and local codes, policies, laws, and regulations
- Identify quality problems or areas for improvement and recommend solutions.
- Inspect and evaluate the adequacy of work performed by subcontractors; Identify non-conformities, analyze root causes, and recommend corrective measures.
- Assist in performing system walk downs/final inspections; closeout and startup; establish system completion punch list items; and, ensure all deficiencies are corrected.
- Conduct and/or attend QC meetings.
- Attend pre-construction and construction meetings noting areas/topics that may present future problems/risks and present to project manager for consultation. Assist the project team with the identification of QA/QC hold points that could impact project milestone dates.
- Possess a working knowledge of company safety program, laws, and OSHA operating standards.
- Implement the corporate safety culture and principles into the QA/QC programs.
- Continually improve strategies and tools to efficiently and effectively document, track and record compliance with the contract documents.
- Stop work if necessary, to resolve non-compliant work or matters that negatively affect safety and Quality.
- Contribute to a timely project closeout to include compilation and turnover of all required QA/QC documents.
- Complete “Red Vector” Training Modules as Assigned.
- Read and understand construction documents, process flow diagrams, electrical, instrumentation and control diagrams.
- B.S. in a science, engineering, construction management, or related field (15 years of experience accepted in lieu of a degree).
- Candidates should have Quality Assurance and Quality Control Management training and experience with 15 years of field experience in construction and/or engineering.
- Has a strong knowledge of applicable regulatory guidelines within the construction safety and pharmaceutical industry along with the ability to interpret complex issues and provide recommended courses of action.
- Proficient skill level in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Valid state driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
- Ability to successfully pass the drug screening test, 10 panels DOT approved, and background/security checks for on-site project access.
- Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods.
- Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors exposed to the elements.
- First Aid/CPR training.
- Primavera P6 and MS Project knowledge.
- Commissioning and System startup experience.
- You will travel 50% of the time, or as necessary to complete duties.
- You may be assigned to a client for an extended period of time (1-2 years).
- OSHA 10 certification (IPS will provide tools) must be maintained during employment.
- Overnight travel is possible.
- You will focus on construction field activity and office time will be limited.
- You will visit Client sites and will be required to adhere to stated safety rules.
- This position is a safety-sensitive position.
- The employee is designated for field work and attends activities at client sites where they work in construction, process, packaging, manufacturing, research, or other "non-administrative" areas
All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.
Specialties
Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV, and Staffing Services.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
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Senior Level QA Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level qa manager job?
Employers hiring at the senior level want candidates who have led QA functions end-to-end, not just executed test plans. Highlight your experience owning release quality standards, building or scaling testing frameworks, and influencing engineering decisions upstream. Demonstrated ability to mentor QA engineers and communicate risk clearly to product and engineering leadership gives candidates a measurable edge over strong individual contributors.
Which companies hire senior level qa managers?
Companies hiring senior level qa managers right now include Revolution Medicines, Revolution Medicines, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of enterprise technology firms, healthcare and life sciences organizations, and scaled consumer product companies where software quality directly affects compliance, revenue, or customer retention.
Are there remote senior level qa manager jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid availability is strong at this level. About 26% of senior level qa manager openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how many companies staff quality leadership independently of a central office location. Fully on-site roles tend to appear in regulated industries where teams work closely with hardware, lab environments, or compliance requirements.
What makes a qa manager role senior level?
Senior level qa manager roles are defined by scope and ownership rather than execution alone. These positions carry responsibility for setting quality strategy across product lines or engineering orgs, establishing testing standards others follow, and managing or mentoring QA teams. Senior roles also require close collaboration with engineering, product, and compliance leadership, and often involve budget or vendor accountability that mid-level positions do not.
Which industries hire the most senior level qa managers?
Senior level qa manager roles concentrate in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Technology & Software, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive demand because product quality at scale carries direct regulatory, financial, or reputational consequences, making experienced QA leadership a critical hire rather than a support function.