Quality Lead (Pre-EPC)

Our client, is seeking a Quality Lead (Pre-EPC) to support its multi-billion dollar LNG expansion projects. This is a contract role based in Qatar. Candidates with previous experience in FEED / Pre-EPC within the energy / LNG / Oil and Gas industry will be . 





Main Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all aspects of Pre-EPC quality activities including ITT development, EPC evaluations, vendor verification, and QA/QC oversight for Long Lead Items (LLIs) and High Value Items (HVIs).
  
• Ensure Quality Management System (QMS) and Flawless Execution requirements are updated based on lessons learned and international standards, and incorporated during FEED.
  
• Lead issuance of Instruction to Tender (ITT), Bid Evaluation processes, and all steps up to EPC award.
  
• Liaise with NFPS Quality and PMTs to ensure specifications and lessons learned are embedded in ITT Technical Evaluation Criteria (TEC).
  
• Provide quality input during ITT Kick-Off Meetings, bid evaluations, tender clarifications, bulletins, and SWOT analysis of submissions.
  
• Guide quality strategy alignment with contracting strategy for effective implementation in later project stages.
  
• Facilitate Material and Equipment Criticality Rating Evaluation and develop Quality Intervention Plans during FEED and Detail Design.
  
• Define and manage QA requirements for LLIs up to novation to EPC Contractor.
  
• Prepare Work Orders for Third Party Inspection Services (TPIS) and manage COMPANY intervention points for LLIs.
  
• Maintain Audit Universe and Non-conformance dashboards (Power BI) until handover to EPC PMT Head of Quality.
  
• Participate in NFPS Projects Quality Steering Group to promote quality learning and sharing.
  

Main Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Sciences or Engineering.
  
• Minimum 8 years of experience in Quality within the Oil & Gas industry, including at least 1 year in a supervisory or oversight role.
  
• Experience with Oil & Gas operators, contractors, or service companies.
  
• Familiarity with large-scale operating organizations in Operations or Projects.
  
• Strong knowledge of Quality Systems, specifications, tools, and industry standards.
  

Qualifications:

• Experience implementing ISO 9001, ISO TS 29001, API Q1, and API Q2 quality management systems.
  
• Certified in ISO and/or API Q1 quality audit programs.
  
• Proven experience in tendering, bid analysis, and contract award processes.
  
• Strong risk management skills with ability to assess quality-related risks.
  
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
  
• Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to influence across levels.