QA/QC Manager - Bahrain

Ashbrittle Recruitment; Salmabad; On-site; BHD 14,000 - 17,500; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction recruitment firm is seeking a QA/QC Manager for projects in Bahrain. The role involves ensuring compliance with quality standards, conducting inspections, and managing documentation. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and over 10 years of relevant experience. Attractive package of BD 1,400 - 1,800 plus additional benefits offered.

Benefits

Company car

Annual leave

Annual flight tickets

Qualifications

• Must have 10+ years QA/QC experience in civil engineering and building works.
• The candidate should be CRPEP registered/eligible with a minimum B grade.
• Excellent communications skills in English.
• Previous experience working in Bahrain / Middle East is required.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement the overall Quality Management System (QMS).
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits.
• Establish a system for coding and filing all project documents.
• Identify, track, and facilitate the resolution of deficiencies.
• Supervise quality control personnel and allocate resources.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Assist in managing the quality performance of subcontractors.
• Verify compliance with project specifications and regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

The Company

Tier 1 main contractor operating across the Middle East, responsible for successfully delivering iconic building and infrastructure projects over the past 30 years.

Position

The QA/QC Manager will ensure construction projects meet quality standards by implementing and overseeing quality management systems, developing control plans, conducting inspections and managing documentation and non-conforming work. This role requires developing processes to guarantee compliance with project specifications, regulations while also managing the quality team and collaborating with project stakeholders to resolve issues and ensure project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and Maintain Quality Plans: Create and implement the overall Quality Management System (QMS) and specific Quality Control (QC) plans for projects to ensure consistent quality.
• Oversee Inspections: Conduct regular site inspections and audits at various stages of construction to verify adherence to specifications and standards.
• Document Control: Establish and maintain a system for coding and filing all project documents, reports, and quality records.
• Manage Non-Compliance: Identify, track, and facilitate the resolution of deficiencies or non-conforming work identified during inspections.
• Team and Resource Management: Supervise quality control personnel, allocate resources effectively, and evaluate the qualifications of staff, mainly for (QA/QC inspectors, document controllers and MACs).
• Collaboration and Reporting: Work with project managers, engineers, architects, and subcontractors to coordinate quality efforts and report on quality status and potential issues.
• Subcontractor Quality: Assist in managing the quality performance of subcontractors, including evaluating their plans and implementing corrective actions when needed.
• Ensure Compliance: Verify that all construction activities, including of MACs comply with project specifications, industry codes, and relevant regulations.

Skills and Attributes

• Leadership: Ability to motivate and guide a team, manage resources, and foster a quality-focused culture.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of construction processes, engineering, and applicable codes and standards.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to reviewing documentation, inspecting work, and ensuring accuracy.
• Communication: Effective communication with various project stakeholders to coordinate efforts and report findings.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze issues, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering.
• The candidate should be CRPEP registered / eligible with a minimum B grade.
• 10+ years QA/QC experience in civil engineering and building works.
• Excellent communications skills in English.
• Previous experience working in Bahrain / Middle East is required.

Benefits

• Career with a well-regarded construction group.
• The package on offer is BD 1,400 - 1,800 + company car, annual leave, annual flight tickets, depending on experience.
• The position is offered on either a single, married or family status basis.

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity or have a confidential discussion, please apply via the website or email your CV to Richard Bell quoting reference number: RB1557