Quality Assurance Manager - Commercial New Build/Electrical

Design & Build Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

Competitive salary package

Strong project exposure

Job summary

Design & Build Recruitment is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager for a major commercial electrical construction project in Sydney. You will lead QA/quality control, develop plans and ensure compliance with designs, specs, contracts and Australian Standards.

You will oversee inspections, audits and documentation, manage NCRs and drive continuous improvement across the project lifecycle. The role reports to HSEQ leadership and offers senior quality leadership exposure.

Qualifications

• Strong QA experience in commercial construction, preferably electrical.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems, ITPs, NCRs and audits.
• Familiarity with Australian Standards and ISO 9001.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA/quality control across a major commercial electrical project.
• Develop and maintain Quality Management Plans, ITPs and quality documentation.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, hold points and witness points for compliance.
• Manage NCRs, defects, corrective actions and close-out.
• Conduct internal audits and coordinate external quality audits.
• Review subcontractor/supplier quality documentation and performance.
• Provide practical quality guidance to project/site teams and engineers.

Skills

QA Leadership

Quality Assurance

Stakeholder Management

Documentation

Audits

Education

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

Engineering/Quality qualifications

Tools

Audit software

Document control systems

MS Office

Job description

Quality Assurance Manager - Commercial New Build/Electrical

QA Manager – Commercial Electrical Construction Large Commercial. New Build | Sydney | Permanent Opportunity

An established electrical contractor is seeking an experienced QA Manager to support the delivery of a major commercial new-build project.

This is a hands‑on leadership role working closely with project management, site teams, subcontractors, consultants and clients to drive quality outcomes across the project.

About the Role. Reporting to the HSEQ Manager, you will oversee quality assurance and quality control throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring works comply with approved designs, specifications, contractual requirements and relevant Australian Standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead quality assurance and quality control across a major commercial electrical project.
• Develop and maintain Quality Management Plans, ITPs, commissioning plans and quality documentation.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, hold points and witness points to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Manage NCRs, defects, corrective actions and quality issues through to close-out.
• Conduct internal audits and coordinate client, consultant and external quality audits.
• Review subcontractor and supplier quality documentation and performance.
• Provide practical quality advice to project and site teams, engineers and subcontractors.
• Maintain quality reporting, records and KPIs while driving continuous improvement and supporting project commissioning and handover.

About You

• Strong QA experience within commercial construction, ideally electrical.
• Previous experience as a QA Manager, Quality Manager or Senior QA.
• Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems, ITPs, NCRs and audits.
• Sound understanding of Australian Standards, construction requirements and ISO 9001.
• Strong communication, documentation and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant construction, engineering or quality qualifications and ISO 9001 Lead Auditor experience are desirable.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to join a well-established electrical contractor.
• Major commercial new-build project.
• Senior quality leadership position with strong project exposure.
• Permanent opportunity with a competitive salary package.
• Work alongside experienced project and construction teams.
• Opportunity to influence quality systems and outcomes across a significant project.