Quality Assurance Manager

We are looking for an experienced QA Manager to join a major HS2 project in London.

This is a key leadership position responsible for managing and overseeing the Project Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring quality requirements are consistently implemented across MEPH works.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor the Project Quality Management System and Quality Plan
• Ensure compliance with contractual, HS2/SCS, project and industry requirements
• Oversee ITPs, inspections, testing and quality assurance processes
• Manage materials acceptance, certification and traceability
• Oversee quality records and Quality Records Packs (QRPs)
• Lead surveillance, audits, inspections and quality reviews
• Manage non-conformances, defects, snagging and outstanding works
• Monitor quality performance, KPIs, trends and risks
• Support progressive assurance, completions and handover
• Lead and coordinate Quality and Field Assurance teams
• Work closely with Construction, Engineering, Testing & Commissioning and Completions teams
• Act as the key point of contact for quality-related matters

Requirements

• Electrical, Mechanical or Communications installation background
• Strong experience in QA/QC management within construction or infrastructure
• Strong understanding of QMS, QA/QC, ITPs and inspection processes
• Experience managing audits, inspections, non-conformances and defect management
• Experience managing quality documentation and records
• Strong understanding of construction and MEICA systems
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams within a complex project environment
• Experience on HS2, Crossrail or similar major infrastructure projects
• Experience with Asite or similar digital quality systems
• ISO 9001, Six Sigma or relevant quality certification
• Professional body membership
• Experience supporting completions and handover

We are looking for a strong quality leader who can drive compliance, progressive assurance and right-first-time delivery across a major infrastructure project.