Zumar Technocrats Arabia - Construction & Manpower Services

1. Introduction

ZUMAR Technocrats Arabia delivers a fully compliant Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with Saudi Aramco Schedule Q, SAEPs, SAES, SAMSS, SATIPs, and all applicable project specifications.

This chapter outlines the complete suite of QMS services, processes, and procurement quality controls required to meet Aramco’s highest standards for engineering, construction, and industrial services.

2. QMS Establishment & Compliance

2.1 QMS Framework Development

• Establishment of a comprehensive QMS aligned with Schedule Q minimum requirements.
• Development of the Contractor Quality Manual (CQM) and Project Quality Plan (PQP).
• Integration of all quality processes including:
- ○ Quality planning
- ○ Inspection & testing
- ○ Document control
- ○ Material verification
- ○ Subcontractor control
- ○ NCR & corrective action management

2.2 Document Control System

• Implementation of a controlled documentation system compliant with Schedule Q Attachment V.
• Preparation and submission of:
- ○ Quality procedures
- ○ Method statements
- ○ ITPs
- ○ Work instructions
• Ensuring all documents follow Aramco’s R/A (Review/Approval) workflow.

3. Personnel Qualification & Competency Management

3.1 QA/QC Personnel Requirements

• Deployment of qualified QA/QC personnel meeting Schedule Q Attachment I.
• Verification and approval of:
- ○ Inspectors
- ○ NDT technicians
- ○ Welding personnel
- ○ Special process operators

3.2 Aramco Approval Process

• Submission of personnel qualification packages for Aramco approval.
• Maintaining updated competency records and renewal schedules.

4. Inspection, Testing & Verification Services

4.1 Inspection Execution

• Conducting inspections as per:
- ○ Approved ITPs
- ○ SATIPs
- ○ Project specifications
• Coordination of:
- ○ Hold points
- ○ Witness points
- ○ Surveillance activities

4.2 Vendor & Material Verification

• Vendor inspection coordination
• Material verification including:
- ○ PMI
- ○ MTR review
- ○ Coating inspection
- ○ Dimensional checks

5. Non‑Conformance & Corrective Action Management

5.1 NCR Management

• Issuance of NCRs within 48 hours of detection.
• Root cause analysis and corrective action planning.
• Closure of NCRs within required timeframes.

5.2 Preventive Action

• Implementation of preventive measures to avoid recurrence.
• Monitoring repeated NCRs/LBEs as per SAEP‑381.

6. Quality Audits & Management Review

6.1 Internal Audits

• Conducting internal audits at:
- ○ 15% project progress
- ○ 60% project progress
• Submission of audit reports to Aramco.

6.2 Management Review

• Conducting management review meetings every 6 months.
• Submission of review reports within 14 days.

7. Special Processes Control

7.1 Procedure Qualification

Preparation, qualification, and Aramco approval of:

• WPS/PQR/WPQ
• NDT procedures
• Heat treatment
• Hydrotesting
• Bolt tightening
• Gasket installation
• Hot tapping
• HVAC T&B
• MV Cables laying and Termination.
• FOC Cables laying and Termination.
• Concrete Finishing and Asphalt

7.2 Execution Control

• Ensuring all special processes are executed under approved procedures.
• Maintaining traceability and inspection records.

8. Quality Reporting & Deliverables

8.1 Weekly Reports

• SATR status
• Weld summaries
• Two‑week lookahead schedules

8.2 Monthly Reports

• NCR/LBE summaries
• RFI logs
• TQ logs
• Organization charts
• Mobilization/demobilization updates

8.3 Final Deliverables

• As‑built quality dossiers
• Manufacturer data records (MDR)
• Final inspection reports

9. Subcontractor & Supplier Quality Management

9.1 Pre‑Qualification

• Evaluation and approval of subcontractors and suppliers.
• Ensuring alignment with Schedule Q requirements.

9.2 Monitoring & Auditing

• Regular audits of subcontractor performance.
• Verification of compliance with PQP and ITPs.

10. Aramco Interface & Compliance Assurance

10.1 Coordination

• Direct coordination with Aramco Company Representative as per responsibility matrix.
• Ensuring readiness for surveillance and audits.

10.2 Transparency

• Providing full access to documentation, records, and inspection activities.

11. Procurement Process Review & Approval Requirements

11.1 Procurement Quality Planning

• Development of a Procurement Quality Plan aligned with Schedule Q.
• Identification of critical materials requiring Aramco R/A.

11.2 Vendor Pre‑Qualification

• Compliance with SAEP‑316 and Aramco AVL requirements.
• Vendor audits and capability assessments.

11.3 Material Requisition (MR) Review

• Preparation of MRs including:
- ○ Technical specifications
- ○ Datasheets
- ○ Drawings
- ○ Inspection requirements
• Submission for Aramco R/A.

11.4 Purchase Order (PO) Quality Requirements

• Embedding mandatory quality clauses:
- ○ Inspection points
- ○ Testing requirements
- ○ Document submittals
- ○ Surveillance requirements

11.5 Vendor Document Review

• Management of vendor submittals:
- ○ Drawings
- ○ QCPs/ITPs
- ○ WPS/PQR
- ○ FAT/SAT procedures

11.6 Manufacturing Surveillance

• Execution of vendor inspections as per:
- ○ SATIPs
- ○ SAEP -1154
- ○ Project ITPs

11.7 Material Receiving & Verification

• MTR verification
• PMI
• Heat number traceability
• Coating/painting checks

11.8 Procurement NCR Management

• Reporting procurement NCRs within 48 hours.
• Vendor corrective action coordination.

11.9 Procurement Reporting

• Vendor inspection schedules
• IRN logs
• MR/PO status reports
• FAT/SAT reports

Our Services

INSPECTION, TRAINING, CERTIFICATION, AUDITING & QMS DOC

INSPECTION

TRAINING

CERTIFICATION & AUDIT

QMS DOCUMENTATION AND PROCUREMENT

QMS Services as per Saudi Aramco Schedule Q