Quality Assurance Manager

Cavendish Professionals; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavendish Professionals is recruiting for a Construction Quality Assurance Manager to join a leading contractor in London. You will develop and implement project quality plans, oversee inspections, and drive right-first-time delivery across major heavy construction projects.

You will manage non-conformances, coordinate with subcontractors and clients, monitor quality KPIs, and ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in construction quality management.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems, inspections, and auditing processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and construction industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project quality plans, procedures, and inspection regimes.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct quality audits, inspections, and reviews of construction activities.
• Manage non-conformances, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee quality documentation, testing records, and project handover packages.
• Collaborate with project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to drive quality performance.
• Monitor quality KPIs and promote a right-first-time culture.

Skills

Quality management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Auditing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Quality management software

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Construction Quality Assurance Manager to join one of our well-established clients in London.

Our client is a leading UK-based contractor specializing in heavy construction, deconstruction, and enabling services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement project quality plans, procedures, and inspection regimes.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct quality audits, inspections, and reviews of construction activities.
• Manage non-conformances, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee quality documentation, testing records, and project handover packages.
• Collaborate with project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to drive quality performance.
• Monitor quality KPIs and promote a right-first-time culture.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in construction quality management.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems, inspections, and auditing processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and construction industry standards.

Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believe that inclusivity begins with the candidate experience. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.