Quality & Compliance Engineer

Buro Happold; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected consultancy in the UK is seeking a Global Quality Compliance Engineer to lead quality management and compliance initiatives globally. This role involves maintaining certifications, conducting audits, and collaborating across teams to enhance quality practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in quality management, knowledge of ISO standards, and a passion for sustainability. Hybrid working is supported, and a comprehensive benefits package is available.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements

Attractive salary and benefits package

Generous company pension scheme

Holiday entitlement of 25 days per annum

Wellbeing support through an employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in quality roles within design, consulting engineering, or construction.
• Strong knowledge of ISO standards is essential.
• Certified Internal or Lead Auditor (ISO 9001 or equivalent) required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and coordinate global certification programs.
• Lead internal audits and support external certification audits.
• Develop and improve our Integrated Quality Management System (QMS).

Skills

Experience in quality roles

Knowledge of ISO standards

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or Quality Management

Tools

QMS tools

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about quality, sustainability, and driving global standards? At Buro Happold, we're looking for a Global Quality Compliance Engineer to shape the future of our integrated management systems and certification portfolio across our global operations. The role is based at our HQ in Bath, with hybrid working two days a week in the office. For the right candidate, we may consider other locations.

Join a team where your ideas matter and your impact is global. The Global Quality Team is a collaborative, forward-thinking group that helps shape how we work worldwide. This team leads meaningful change, supports smarter project delivery, and connects people and ideas across regions, with visibility and a voice in shaping strategy.

About the Role

As a key member of our QHSE team, you will ensure compliance with international standards including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, RISQS, ISO 19650, and PAS 2080. Your work will support our commitment to excellence, innovation, and environmental responsibility. You will lead internal audits, support external certification processes, and collaborate with teams across engineering, sustainability, and digital to embed best practices into our global workflows.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Maintain and coordinate global certification programs.
• Lead internal audits and support external certification audits.
• Develop and improve our Integrated Quality Management System (QMS).
• Create tools, templates, and training to support compliance.
• Conduct gap analyses and benchmarking for continuous improvement.
• Monitor evolving standards and advise on business implications.
• Line Manager responsibilities.

What Success Looks Like

• All certifications are maintained and audits completed successfully.
• Measurable improvements in quality, efficiency, and sustainability.
• Clear, data-driven reporting and actionable insights.
• Strong engagement with internal and external stakeholders.
• A culture of quality and compliance embedded across the business.

About You

• Experience in quality roles within design, consulting engineering, or construction.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 (SSIP); familiarity with ISO 19650, RISQS, and PAS 2080 is a plus.
• Degree in Engineering or Quality Management.
• Certified Internal or Lead Auditor (ISO 9001 or equivalent).
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Passionate about sustainability, quality, and continuous improvement.

Why Buro Happold?

At Buro Happold, we\'re more than engineers—we\'re a global community of innovators, problem-solvers, and change-makers. Join us and be part of a team that\'s shaping a better, more sustainable world.

What we offer you

Bring your knowledge and expertise to one of the world\'s most respected consultancies.

• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Attractive salary and benefits package including car allowance, private medical insurance, life assurance and income protection.
• Holiday entitlement of 25 days per annum (exclusive of bank holidays) and flexible holiday arrangements.
• Generous company pension scheme.
• Flexible benefits including cycle scheme, dental insurance, optical cover, travel insurance, season ticket loans, and corporate discounts.
• Enhanced parenthood leave policies.
• 3pm finish on the last Friday of the month.
• A strong commitment to your continuous development and a learning and development programme.
• Entitlement to two memberships to professional bodies or subscriptions.
• Wellbeing support through an employee assistance programme and wellbeing activities, plus social and mentoring opportunities.
• An international culture that supports mobility and global collaboration.

Apply today and be where exceptional is everywhere. #LI-TG1 #LI-Hybrid

A Place for Everyone

Buro Happold values flexible approaches to working patterns as part of how you achieve balance. We welcome applications from those seeking flexibility in their careers. Our portfolio reflects diverse thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences. We are committed to inclusivity and welcome adjustments to the application process. Please contact [e-mail] with any adjustments you may need during your application.