Quality Advisor

TN United Kingdom; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality Advisor to enhance quality assurance processes within their major infrastructure projects. This role involves conducting audits, overseeing inspections, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills and a deep understanding of construction technology. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and innovation, and be part of a team dedicated to delivering excellence in construction projects. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure developments while fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of construction technology and problem-solving skills.
• Detailed understanding of Health and Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal and external quality audits and site inspections.
• Ensure compliance with quality management plans and documentation.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement across the site.

Skills

Relationship Building

Construction Technology

Problem Solving

Health and Safety Legislation

Communication Skills

Computer Literacy

Education

ISO 9001 Certification

CSCS Card

Tools

Office Software

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Job Description: Quality Advisor

Location: Heathrow Airport

About Ferrovial Construction

Ferrovial Construction is the engineering and construction arm of the Ferrovial Group. It is the largest private transport infrastructure operator in the world in terms of capital invested, with approximately 96,000 employees across 15 countries and over 60 years of experience. We operate in four divisions: Airports, Highways, Construction, and Building subsidiaries. We are committed to developing sustainable and innovative solutions to create value for society, clients, investors, and employees.

Ferrovial Construction Ltd UK manages seven major infrastructure projects across the UK, including HS2, Silvertown (STT), Heathrow (H7), Norwich Western Link, Thames Tideway (TTT), Northern Line Extension (NLE), and Farringdon.

Our core values are: Excellence, Innovation, Collaboration, Integrity, and Respect. We pride ourselves on our diversity, bringing together local talent, international expertise, and perspectives from all backgrounds to foster innovation and set new standards of excellence.

Heathrow H7 Project

The H7 framework encompasses airfield works (taxiways, runways, stands), civils (roads, demolition works, underground and above ground structures), and MEP packages (services tunnels, lifts, life safety systems, fuel/fire mains).

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct internal and external quality audits.
• Perform site inspections to ensure compliance with quality, regulatory, and employer requirements; prepare high-standard reports; record non-conformities and snags.
• Oversee site inspections and tests, ensuring they follow inspection and test plans, with all documentation produced timely.
• Supervise subcontracted laboratories to ensure standards are met, raise non-conformances to the quality advisor/manager.
• Ensure full and correct implementation of the project’s quality management plan.
• Raise, track, and close project NCRs; ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Deliver necessary quality documentation for each work type.
• Ensure Material Approval Procedures are followed by the site team.
• Promote a culture of right-first-time and continuous improvement across the site team.
• Assist the Quality Manager and coordinate the commissioning process for M&E works.
• Support the Handover Manager in handover processes; review and track inspection/testing documentation and handover documents for progressive handover.
• Digitize quality processes within the Common Data Environments.
• Conduct quality inductions, workshops, lessons learned sessions, briefings, and other forums to ensure QA/QC compliance.
• Maintain Quality and Calibration Registers.
• Assist the Quality Manager as needed.

Key Skills, Experience, and Qualifications:

• Experience in building relationships with external parties.
• Strong knowledge and experience with construction technology.
• Excellent construction problem-solving skills.
• Detailed knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact across levels within Ferrovial.
• Computer literacy.
• CSCS card.
• ISO 9001 certification.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems, civil, mechanical, and electrical technical specifications and testing standards, calibration, construction materials, and proficiency with Office software and construction laboratories.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and employees may be asked to perform other duties as appropriate.

Ferrovial values diversity and inclusion, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees. We encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.