Construction Quality Manager

Elvis Eckardt Recruitment

. Lead second-line quality assurance activities across construction, engineering and commissioning operations .

Posted 11/1/2026full-timeLeeds • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £75,000 - £85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in construction quality management and technical assurance, with a strong focus on compliance with engineering specifications and industry standards. Proven ability to lead quality assurance activities, conduct audits, and implement Quality Management Systems (QMS) to enhance operational performance.

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Construction Quality ManagementQuality Management Systems (QMS)ISO 9001 PrinciplesTechnical AssuranceHealth, Safety And Environmental Compliance

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Hard Skills

Inspection And Test Plans (ITPs)Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs)Quality AuditsCorrective ActionsTechnical DocumentationConstruction ProcessesCivil EngineeringInfrastructure DeliveryContinuous ImprovementProject Delivery

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingStakeholder ManagementPrioritizationCommunicationTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

ISO 9001 Lead AuditorCQICIOB

Industry Keywords

ConstructionEngineeringCommissioningWater InfrastructureWastewater Asset CommissioningUtilitiesEnvironmental InfrastructureQuality Assurance ReportingTechnical ReviewsRisk Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead second-line quality assurance activities across construction, engineering and commissioning operations
Review and oversee construction quality plans, technical assurance procedures and quality management systems
Ensure compliance with contractual specifications, engineering drawings, regulatory requirements and industry standards
Monitor Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), technical inspections, testing activities and quality documentation
Conduct site inspections, quality audits and technical reviews to identify potential risks and non-conformances
Oversee Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), corrective actions, snagging registers and close-out activities
Ensure documentation and technical assurance records are accurate, complete and auditable
Assess the quality performance of contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and delivery partners
Support construction and commissioning teams in achieving compliant, right-first-time project delivery
Identify opportunities to improve quality processes, minimise defects and strengthen operational performance
Provide quality assurance reporting, recommendations and updates to senior programme stakeholders
Ensure appropriate health, safety and environmental controls are reflected throughout construction and commissioning
Work alongside multidisciplinary engineering, construction and delivery teams across projects from initial design through construction, commissioning and final handover

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience in construction quality management, technical assurance, civil engineering or infrastructure delivery
Typically 5–10+ years of relevant professional experience
Strong understanding of construction processes, engineering specifications and technical documentation
Experience implementing or auditing Quality Management Systems (QMS), including ISO 9001 principles
Practical knowledge of ITPs, NCRs, construction inspections, quality audits and corrective actions
Experience working with contractors, multidisciplinary engineering teams and project stakeholders
Understanding of health, safety and environmental requirements within construction environments
Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline
Ability to manage competing priorities, resolve technical issues and drive continuous improvement
Previous involvement in water, wastewater, utilities or environmental infrastructure programmes desirable
Experience of wastewater asset commissioning and handover desirable
Experience working across large-scale infrastructure programmes involving multiple delivery partners desirable
Professional certifications such as ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, CQI or CIOB desirable
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Benefits

Comp & perks

Car allowance
Pension
Additional employee benefits
Hybrid working arrangements
Opportunity to contribute to significant environmental infrastructure improvements