Lead Auditor - Construction

LRQA; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home-based role with flexibility

Opportunity to travel to sites

Support from head office and a collaborative culture

Job summary

LRQA is seeking a Lead Auditor (Multi Discipline – Construction) based in Birmingham. You will conduct management system audits, influencing safety, quality, and environmental performance across various complex infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate has experience in large infrastructure projects and a strong understanding of legal frameworks, coupled with a knowledge of ISO standards. This role offers flexibility to work remotely and opportunities to travel across the region.

Qualifications

• First-hand experience on large infrastructure, capital or civil projects is required.
• Candidates should have a detailed understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to construction.
• Experience or knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 is crucial.
• Strong communication and client-relationship skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits and make certification decisions against management system standards.
• Work independently or with a team to deliver audit outcomes.
• Cultivate positive relationships with clients and collaborate effectively.
• Communicate audit outcomes clearly.

Skills

First-hand experience on large infrastructure projects

Detailed understanding of legal frameworks

Experience with ISO standards

Strong communication skills

Client-relationship skills

Education

Degree qualified or equivalent experience

Job description

Position Information

Lead Auditor (Multi Discipline – Construction)

Location: Birmingham, South England

Position Type: Employee Regular

About The Role

You’ll join LRQA Ltd as a Lead Auditor, influencing safety, quality, and environmental performance across complex infrastructure projects through the delivery of management system audits.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits and make certification decisions against internationally recognised management system standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
• Work independently or as part of a team to deliver audit outcomes.
• Cultivate positive relationships with clients and collaborate to add value.
• Communicate audit outcomes clearly and effectively.

Qualifications

• First‑hand experience on large infrastructure, capital or civil projects.
• Detailed understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to construction.
• Experience or knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Degree qualified or equivalent experience.
• Strong communication and client‑relationship skills.

Benefits

• Home‑based role with the flexibility to work remotely.
• Opportunity to travel to sites across the region.
• Support from head office and a collaborative team culture.