QA/QC Administrator

The QA/QC Administrator at Dominion Energy will lead the Quality Assurance Program for the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Project. Duties include overseeing compliance with codes and standards, interacting with contractors, managing quality management administrative tasks related to design, construction, testing, and commissioning, and ensuring all work adheres to the quality requirements.

Candidates for the QA/QC Administrator position at Dominion Energy should typically have a background in quality assurance, engineering, or project management. Relevant certifications such as a Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or similar would be beneficial. Experience in large-scale construction projects, especially in the renewable energy sector, is highly desirable.

The QA/QC Administrator will primarily focus on the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Project, which involves constructing and installing wind turbine generators and their associated equipment. There are also significant onshore tasks including underground and overhead transmission, construction of a new switching station, and expansion of existing substations.

Dominion Energy is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. The company celebrates diverse backgrounds and perspectives and ensures equal opportunity employment policies are in place. The QA/QC Administrator will be part of this welcoming environment, contributing to a team that values authenticity and inclusion.

The application process for the QA/QC Administrator position at Dominion Energy involves submitting your resume online, followed by a potential interview process that may include both technical and behavioral assessments to gauge your fit for the role and the company culture.

In answering this question, provide specific examples of past projects where you played a key role in implementing quality assurance strategies. Highlight any standards or codes you adhered to and how you dealt with non-compliance.

Discuss your methods for monitoring contractor compliance, such as regular audits, setting clear expectations from the outset, and establishing open lines of communication to address any issues promptly.

Share specific tools or software you have experience with, like ISO standards or Six Sigma methodologies. Be ready to discuss how you used these tools to enhance project quality.

Provide a real-life scenario where you identified a quality issue, the steps you took to resolve it, and the outcome. Highlight your problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Highlight your understanding of the project’s scope, its importance to renewable energy, and any known challenges associated with it. This shows your enthusiasm and commitment to the specific role.

Explain your methods for keeping current, such as attending workshops, participating in industry conferences, or engaging with professional organizations focused on quality management.

Anticipate potential challenges such as coordinating with multiple contractors or adapting to changing regulations. Discuss how you would approach these challenges proactively.

Discuss your organizational strategies, such as using project management tools or maintaining a flexible approach to prioritize urgent quality concerns while balancing overall project goals.

Emphasize the importance of safety protocols and how they intersect with quality assurance to ensure not only compliance but also the welfare of all project participants.

In your response, convey your passion for renewable energy, commitment to quality, and the alignment of Dominion Energy’s values with your own professional goals and personal beliefs.