On-Site Quality Engineer — Major Infrastructure

Atlas NextWave; Highlands; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas NextWave is seeking a site-based Quality Engineer to support the Quality Manager, Project Manager and Site Management team. You will ensure robust quality assurance throughout construction, installation and handover activities, acting as the key on-site quality representative and ensuring compliance with approved standards, specs and contractual requirements.

You will conduct site audits, review ITPs, manage non-conformances and support FAT/SAT activities.

Qualifications

• Site-based quality engineering experience is essential.
• Experience on construction/infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and regulatory interfaces.
• Strong communication with clients, regulators and external bodies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site audits and inspections across contractors and subcontractors.
• Review and verify Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Manage quality records, non-conformances and corrective actions.
• Support FAT/SAT activities and construction inspections.
• Coordinate quality documentation and handover records.
• Liaise with clients, project stakeholders and delivery teams.
• Produce regular quality performance reports and escalate risks.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Quality assurance

Site-based work

Education

Chartered Quality Professional status (or working towards it)

Job description

Atlas NextWave is seeking a site-based Quality Engineer to support the Quality Manager, Project Manager and Site Management team. You will ensure robust quality assurance throughout construction, installation and handover activities, acting as the key on-site quality representative and ensuring compliance with approved standards, specs and contractual requirements.

You will conduct site audits, review ITPs, manage non-conformances and support FAT/SAT activities.