Senior QHSES Assurance Specialist - Project Quality Management

Mc Dermott; Dubai; On-site; AED 535,680 - 647,280; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Collaboration with international teams

Commitment to innovation and sustainability

Job summary

Mc Dermott is seeking a Senior QHSES Assurance Specialist in Dubai, UAE, within the Oil and Energy sector. This role focuses on project quality management, including audits and system improvement. Ideal candidates will have at least 8 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in a technical field.

Join a respected company dedicated to quality assurance and operational excellence across diverse engineering projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in EPC construction, fabrication, or industrial quality assurance environments.
• Strong knowledge of ISO9001, AS9100, AS9110, or similar recognized Quality Management Systems.
• Internal Auditor training and experience in audit execution and compliance reporting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of new management systems and frameworks.
• Partner with Subject Matter Experts to drive major Quality Systems initiatives.
• Work with Quality Directors to resolve complex quality issues.
• Conduct internal and external audits monthly according to approved plans.

Skills

Quality Assurance and Management Systems

Internal and External Auditing

KPI Monitoring and Performance Analysis

Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions

Procedure Development and Technical Writing

Lean and Continuous Improvement

Document Control and Quality Review

ISO Compliance and Internal Auditor Practices

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Visio

Cross-Functional Stakeholder Coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant technical or engineering discipline

Job description

Senior QHSES Assurance Specialist – Project Quality Management

Location: Dubai, UAE – Industry: Oil and Energy – Function: Quality Assurance – Experience: 8 years – Job Type: Full-time

Senior QHSES Assurance Specialist hiring in Dubai, UAE within the Oil and Energy industry for EPC construction and fabrication projects focused on project quality assurance, audits, KPI management, and management systems improvement. This role is ideal for experienced quality professionals who can lead QA activities, strengthen compliance standards, and drive continuous improvement across large-scale engineering and operational environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of new management systems and quality assurance frameworks
• Partner with Functional Process Subject Matter Experts to drive major Quality Systems initiatives across departments
• Work with Quality Directors to resolve complex quality issues that impact multiple functions and operations
• Maintain QC system attributes to ensure accurate reporting and document traceability
• Assist in removing legacy practices and transitioning to standardized management systems
• Administer onboarding and quality process training for new team members
• Support the design, implementation, and enforcement of company document templates and governance standards
• Advise functional teams on best practices for document creation and organization within management systems
• Report project quality status and execution progress as required by management and project plans
• Plan, write, review, and edit engineering procedures, company procedures, and technical documentation
• Perform document quality checks focusing on structure, grammar, consistency, and technical clarity
• Prepare and review procedures and work instructions aligned with company and project standards
• Provide project bid support related to quality assurance requirements when requested
• Conduct internal and external audits monthly according to approved plans and ensure timely reporting
• Monitor KPI, quality indicators, and performance quality trends while supporting benchmarking and lessons learned
• Analyze performance data to support target setting, planning, and corrective action follow-up
• Lead root cause analysis for quality-related issues and implement improvement plans

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant technical or engineering discipline
• Minimum 8 years of experience in EPC construction, fabrication, or industrial quality assurance environments
• Strong knowledge of ISO9001, AS9100, AS9110, or similar recognized Quality Management Systems
• Internal Auditor training and experience in audit execution and compliance reporting preferred
• Strong understanding of Lean and Continuous Improvement principles and practical implementation
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills for effective cross-functional collaboration
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills for reporting, presentations, and technical documentation

Required Skills

• Quality Assurance and Management Systems
• Internal and External Auditing
• KPI Monitoring and Performance Analysis
• Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions
• Procedure Development and Technical Writing
• Lean and Continuous Improvement
• Document Control and Quality Review
• ISO Compliance and Internal Auditor Practices
• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio
• Cross-Functional Stakeholder Coordination

Benefits

• Join one of the world's most respected engineering and construction companies in the energy sector
• Lead quality assurance across major offshore, fabrication, and infrastructure projects
• Gain strong exposure to operational excellence, compliance leadership, and system improvement initiatives
• Build long-term career growth in project quality management and governance
• Collaborate with international engineering teams delivering world-class energy solutions
• Be part of a company committed to innovation, sustainability, and safe project execution