Corporate Quality, Environment and Sustainability (QES) Manager

Six Construct; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is looking for a Corporate QES Manager to ensure high project quality and environmental compliance across the Middle East. The candidate will engage on-site, set expectations, lead audits, and support quality improvements. With 20 years of construction experience, a bachelor's in Civil Engineering, and relevant certifications, you will foster a culture of accountability and technical excellence. The role demands strong leadership to drive quality outcomes directly with site teams.

Qualifications

• 20 years of relevant experience in the construction industry with a Tier 1 company.
• Experience in the Middle East is important.
• Certified Manager of Quality / Organizational Excellence (CMQ / OE) is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Participate in project setups to define QES expectations.
• Conduct structured site visits focused on compliance and team coaching.
• Lead and coordinate internal IMS audits and third-party ISO audits.

Skills

ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor

Quality Management Systems

Coaching and leadership

Project lifecycle engagement

Education

Bachelor in Civil engineering

Construction management

Job description

Job Description

The Corporate QES Manager (Middle East BU) is a senior functional leader responsible for raising the bar on project quality, environmental performance, and sustainability compliance. This role demands a high-energy individual who is regularly present on-site, actively engaging with site teams, supervisors, and QA / QC staff. Dealing with people is a significant element in the role.

The QES Manager sets expectations, clarifies roles and deliverables, challenges underperformance, and coaches individuals and teams to drive quality improvements. This includes leading internal and third-party audits and supporting the development and deployment of Company Management Systems in projects across the region. Being actively involved in project start‑ups and monitoring later stages is essential.

Beyond technical compliance, this role plays a strategic part in fostering a culture of accountability, discipline, and pride in quality outcomes, ensuring site teams are not only compliant but capable and committed. A strong presence in the field, combined with clear communication and people leadership, is essential to the success of this role.

Responsibilities

• Project Lifecycle Engagement – Participate in “Start Right” project setups to define QES expectations.
• Conduct structured site visits (minimum 2 days per week) focused on compliance with PQP, environmental and sustainability procedures, and team coaching.
• Ensure QES personnel are clearly assigned, onboarded, and aligned with project demands.
• Audit & System Compliance – Lead and coordinate internal IMS audits and third-party ISO audits; ensure audit readiness for SIXCO, MIC HQ, and ADOSH inspections.
• Provide documentation and follow‑up support for end‑of‑project audits and reports.
• Ensure we use the PMP on the projects.
• Lead the archiving of the projects.
• Quality Improvement & Reporting – Support the implementation of the ME BU Quality Improvement Plan.
• Lead root cause analysis workshops and follow‑up on recurring NCRs.
• Monitor project quality KPIs and ensure monthly reporting to BU leadership.
• Capability Building & Role Clarity – Assess competencies of site QA / QC staff and implement personalized coaching plans; ensure QA / QC role descriptions and responsibility matrices are established and communicated.
• Deliver quarterly lessons learned and best practice sessions via the OASIS platform.
• Corporate & Group Participation – Represent the ME BU in Group QHSE Management meetings and Data Governance Committee; contribute to development and refinement of company procedures and PMP library; support corporate initiatives on sustainability and green building standards.
• Weekly / Monthly Jobs – ME BU QHSE Monthly Report (Financial, Activity, OPCO); Project Initiation / Project Site visits for Q support; Group QHSE Senior Management Meetings.

Qualifications

• 20 years of relevant experience, preferably within the construction industry and with a Tier 1 company.
• Middle East experience is important.
• Bachelor in Civil engineering, Construction management.
• ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor – essential for overseeing Quality Management Systems.
• Certified Manager of Quality / Organizational Excellence (CMQ / OE) – from ASQ (highly regarded).

Additional Information

In this company, technical excellence must go hand-in-hand with strong personal and team values. The Employee is expected to embody the following behaviours:

• Flexibility: Willingness to adapt between office-based and site-based roles depending on project needs, ensuring full commitment once a project is awarded.
• Hard Work and Ownership: Delivering results matters more than clocking hours; resilience is expected during peak workload periods, with flexibility for recovery when appropriate.
• Accountability: Taking ownership of deliverables, adhering to deadlines, and proactively addressing challenges.
• Trust and Respect: Maintaining open, honest, and respectful communication, fostering a collaborative environment free of politics.
• Bias for Action: Favouring progress and momentum over perfectionism. Excellence is expected, but progress must not be delayed by over‑analysis.
• Continuous Improvement: Welcoming feedback and constantly seeking ways to improve technical outputs, processes, and teamwork.

In this company, quality excellence is not achieved behind a desk. It requires committed, energetic leaders who challenge the norm, empower teams, and engage directly with those closest to the work. The QES Manager is expected to be a visible presence on sites, setting expectations, coaching teams, and relentlessly driving a culture where quality is owned by all. This is a leadership role, not a policing function.