Quality Assurance Manager

Construction Resources Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Resources Limited seeks a QA Manager in Manchester to lead quality assurance across fire safety and restoration projects. You will report to the Managing Director and supervise QA activities on site and in offices, ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations, client specs, and third-party accreditations.

The role requires on-site inspections, data recording with QA software, and close collaboration with subcontractors to close non-conformances.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Quality Assurance or Inspection role within construction or Passive Fire Protection.
• Deep knowledge of Passive Fire Protection systems and applicable codes.
• Strong understanding of compartmentation, firestopping, and fire-resisting construction methods.
• Proficient in QA inspection and documentation software.
• Excellent attention to detail and report-writing skills.
• Willingness to travel nationwide and work independently on site.

Responsibilities

• Carry out on-site inspections and audits across live fire door, firestopping, and restoration projects.
• Record, track, and manage inspection data using QA software.
• Ensure installations comply with third-party standards and fire regulations.
• Prepare detailed QA documentation and inspection reports.
• Collaborate with project teams to address non-conformances.
• Provide technical guidance to site operatives.
• Help develop and refine company QA procedures.
• Monitor trends and suggest corrective actions.
• Stay updated on fire protection standards and regulations.

Skills

QA experience

Fire protection knowledge

Report writing

Site travel

Documentation software

Education

Fire protection qualifications

Construction qualifications

Tools

QA software

Job description

My client is a reputable, privately owned, third-party certified, contractor specialising in turnkey block restoration, including fire door installation and maintenance, passive firestopping, and drylining. With a growing pipeline of fire safety projects, the company is seeking a QA Manager to play a key role in upholding standards of safety, compliance, and quality. The company currently delivers large-scale fire safety and restoration works on behalf of leading UK Build to Rent developers, with ongoing projects across major regional cities.

About the Role

This is a full-time role based in Manchester. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the QA Manager will oversee quality assurance across multiple fire safety projects, ensuring all works are delivered in line with fire safety regulations, client specifications, third-party accreditations, and internal quality benchmarks.

Responsibilities

• Carry out on-site inspections and audits across live fire door, firestopping, and restoration projects.
• Use industry-standard QA software to record, track, and manage inspection data, photographic evidence, and QA documentation.
• Ensure all installations comply with relevant third-party certification standards, manufacturer specifications, and current fire safety regulations.
• Prepare and maintain detailed QA documentation, photographic evidence, and inspection reports to support certification requirements.
• Work closely with project teams, subcontractors, and site management to address and close out non-conformances.
• Provide technical guidance to site operatives and supervisors to ensure works are completed to the required standard.
• Support the management team in developing and refining company quality procedures and project-specific QA templates.
• Monitor and identify trends or recurring issues, recommending corrective and preventative measures to maintain consistent quality.
• Stay informed of updates to fire protection standards, building regulations, and best practices within the passive fire industry.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Quality Assurance or Inspection role within the construction or Passive Fire Protection sector.
• In-depth knowledge of Passive Fire Protection systems, relevant codes of practice, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong understanding of compartmentation, firestopping, and fire-resisting construction methods.
• Proficiency in QA inspection and documentation software is essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and report-writing skills.
• Comfortable working independently on site and undertaking regular travel to sites nationwide as required.
• Relevant qualifications in fire protection and construction.