Quality Assurance Engineer

Blue Fox; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive day rate

Long-term contract potential

Job summary

A leading General Contractor in Slough is seeking an experienced Site Quality Lead (CSA) for a contract role outside IR35. The position involves full ownership of quality assurance and control for a major data centre project. You will collaborate with project management and engineering teams, ensuring that all works align with industry standards. Candidates should possess proven experience in quality leadership within large-scale construction and data centre environments. This is an opportunity for long-term engagement on a flagship project.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a CSA-focused Quality Lead/Manager role.
• Background in large-scale construction or mission‑critical projects.
• Data centre experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all CSA quality activities on site.
• Implement and maintain the Project Quality Plan and ITPs.
• Carry out inspections, audits, and surveillance of subcontractor works.

Skills

Quality assurance

Quality control

Management of subcontractors

Strong understanding of ISO standards

Job description

Site Quality Lead – CSA (Contract) | Data Centre Project | Slough | Outside IR35

We are a leading General Contractor delivering a major data centre project in Slough, and we are seeking an experienced Site Quality Lead (CSA) to join the team on a contract basis – outside IR35.

This is a high-profile, fast-paced scheme within one of the UK’s most active data centre hubs, offering a strong day rate and long-term contract potential.

The Role

As Site Quality Lead (CSA), you will take full ownership of quality assurance and quality control activities across all Civil, Structural and Architectural packages on site.

You will work closely with Project Management, Engineering teams, subcontractors, and the client to ensure all works are delivered in line with specifications, programme, and industry best practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all CSA quality activities on site
• Implement and maintain the Project Quality Plan and ITPs
• Carry out inspections, audits, and surveillance of subcontractor works
• Review and approve method statements and quality documentation
• Manage NCRs and drive timely close-out
• Interface with client representatives and third-party inspectors
• Support handover documentation and QA dossiers
• Promote a strong “right first time” quality culture

Requirements

• Proven experience in a CSA-focused Quality Lead/Manager role
• Background in large-scale construction or mission‑critical projects
• Data centre experience strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of QA/QC processes, ITPs, ISO standards
• Confident managing subcontractors and client interfaces
• Available to start at short notice preferred

What’s on Offer

• Long‑term opportunity on a flagship data centre scheme

If you are a hands‑on, site‑based Quality professional with strong CSA experience and are looking for your next contract role outside IR35, apply now.