Head of Quality Control

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The Management Recruitment Group (MRG)
United Arab Emirates
AED 120,000 - 180,000
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3 days ago
Job description

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and proactive leader to head our Quality and Safety Management functions across a diverse portfolio of real estate and construction projects. The Director will ensure that all developments—residential, commercial, and mixed-use—meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance throughout their lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Quality Assurance & Control
  • Oversee quality across all phases of real estate development, from design and planning to execution and handover.
  • Implement robust quality management systems aligned with industry standards and local regulatory requirements.
  • Conduct routine inspections, material testing, and audits to assess and improve quality compliance.
  • Lead root cause analysis to address defects or deviations and implement effective corrective/preventive measures.
  • Safety Management
    • Design and implement comprehensive life safety and health protocols across all construction sites.
    • Ensure compliance with local and international safety standards, including regulatory certifications where applicable.
    • Conduct risk assessments, enforce safety protocols, and drive proactive mitigation strategies.
    • Lead safety awareness programs and mandatory training for employees, contractors, and vendors.
  • Leadership & Team Management
    • Lead a cross-functional team of quality and safety professionals across multiple projects and geographies.
    • Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and safety-first thinking across project teams.
    • Collaborate with project heads, architects, contractors, and engineering teams to embed quality and safety into every milestone.
    • Act as the primary interface for quality and safety audits by third parties, clients, and statutory bodies.
  • Regulatory Compliance & Reporting
    • Ensure all real estate and construction activities adhere to applicable building codes, environmental guidelines, and internal standards.
    • Develop dashboards and regular reports covering KPIs, audit results, compliance scores, non-conformities, and progress updates.
    • Drive internal audits, track non-conformance closures, and maintain documentation for regulatory and internal reviews.
  • Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement
    • Troubleshoot challenges related to on-site execution, quality lapses, or safety incidents in real time.
    • Identify improvement areas and lead initiatives to enhance build quality, reduce rework, and elevate safety outcomes.
    • Stay abreast of new construction technologies, materials, and global best practices to drive innovation.

    Qualifications & Experience:

    • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (Master's preferred).
    • 15+ years of experience in the construction/real estate industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership role focused on quality and safety.
    • Proven track record managing large-scale residential, commercial, or mixed-use developments.

    Key Competencies:

    • In-depth understanding of construction methodologies, codes, and real estate development processes.
    • Expertise in quality control systems, safety audits, risk assessments, and site compliance.
    • Strong leadership, team-building, and stakeholder management skills.
    • Proficiency in reporting tools, audit systems, and project documentation.
    • Excellent communication and problem-solving capabilities.
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