About Business: Adani Group: Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India. Data Centre: Adani Data Centre has rapidly transformed from a nascent initiative to a leading innovator in the data infrastructure ecosystem. In just a few years, we have established ourselves as a key player in the data centre landscape, offering state-of-the-art solutions in areas such as colocation services, cloud integration, and data security. Our commitment to reliability, scalability, and technological excellence has positioned us as a trusted partner for businesses navigating the digital age with confidence. Job Purpose: Lead - Quality is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive quality management strategies to improve operational efficiency, ensure compliance, and exceed industry standards. This role will oversee quality assurance efforts, lead a team, and foster a culture of quality excellence across the organization. Experience in Mechanical QA/QC, out of which 3-5 Years MUST be in Data Center / Pharma / Clean Room / Semiconductor projects Experience in handling large-scale Mission Critical projects Technical Knowledge - CORE - HVAC Systems, Chillers, Cooling Towers, CRAH / CRAC Units, AHUs, FCUs, Chilled Water System (CHW), Condenser Water System - Plumbing & Fire Fighting: Hydrant, Sprinkler, FM200 / NOVEC / Gas Suppression, Leak Detection System - Documentation: Method Statements, QAP / ITP, Checklists, IMIR, WIR, NCR, CAPA - Standards: ASHRAE, SMACNA, NFPA, IS, ISO 9001:2015 - Testing & Commissioning: Pressure Testing, Air Balancing (TAB), Water Balancing, Commissioning Reports (Cx) Data Center Specific - Understanding of *Tier III / Tier IV* requirements - Knowledge of *Hot Aisle / Cold Aisle Containment* - BMS / EPMS Integration for Mechanical Systems - Cleanliness and Protocol for White Space / Server Hall Handover Quality Strategy: Develop and implement quality management strategies to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness. Quality Assurance Leadership: Lead quality assurance efforts to ensure compliance with industry standards and exceed customer expectations. Process Development & Maintenance: Oversee the development and maintenance of quality assurance processes, documentation, and systems to ensure consistency. Audits & Assessments: Conduct regular quality audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions. Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish quality benchmarks and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Root Cause Analysis: Lead root cause analysis for quality-related issues, identifying corrective and preventive actions to resolve recurring problems. Reporting: Develop and deliver detailed quality reports and performance metrics to senior management, offering insights and recommendations for improvement. Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE): Lead VA/VE initiatives to enhance product value while reducing costs, without compromising quality. Business Excellence: Drive business excellence initiatives, implementing best practices to optimize quality performance and operational processes. Brand Positioning: Ensure Adani's brand values are shown in all interactions. Strengthen relationships to boost the organization's brand and trust within the market and company. Team Development: Build a high-performing team. Set clear KPIs, track progress, and implement strategies for continuous improvement. Promote a respectful and safe workplace, lead collaborative and productive teams, and mentor for growth and success. Tracks and reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) for digital business success. Digital mindset: Champions a digital mindset within the organization to drive innovation and competitiveness. Keep up with digital and AI advancements to enhance business and maintain competitiveness. Key Stakeholders - Internal: Head Quality Associate Lead - Quality Internal teams, Direct Reportees Cross Functional Teams Key Stakeholders - External: Customers, Vendors Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Work Experience: 12- 15 years of experience in quality assurance/control, preferably in construction projects. Certification: Preferred Quality Management Systems, or a related field.