Quality Inspector

Laing O'Rourke

Ipswich

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a Quality Inspector to support the Sizewell C civil works, collaborating with construction teams to ensure compliance with drawings, ITPs and quality standards. The role bridges off-site manufacture and on-site installation, enhancing QA/QC across the asset lifecycle.

You will review documentation, identify non-conformances, and drive corrective actions while maintaining records and reporting to the Quality Team Lead.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
5+ years in civil construction quality inspection.
Ability to read and interpret drawings and technical specifications (ITPs).
UK driving licence and willingness to travel to site.
Experience in nuclear, regulated or high-complexity environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Monitor site activities to ensure adherence to approved quality control procedures and safety protocols
Review and interpret drawings, inspection and test plans (ITPs) and technical specifications to confirm accuracy and compliance
Identify, record and report non-conformances, supporting effective corrective and preventative actions
Work collaboratively with contractors, engineers, supervisors and project managers to resolve quality issues and support right-first-time delivery
Maintain accurate inspection records, reports and supporting quality documentation
Verify that materials, workmanship and completed works meet acceptance criteria prior to handover
Participate in site meetings, providing quality input and supporting construction progress discussions

Skills

Quality inspection

Reading drawings

Non-conformance reporting

QA/QC coordination

Site safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Inspection tools & ITPs

Job description

Join the exciting journey of one of the UK's largest nuclear projects at Sizewell C! The Civil Works Alliance (CWA) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Quality Inspector to support the successful delivery of the transverse manufacturing scope on the Sizewell C Project. CWA, appointed by the Sizewell C client, brings together three leading delivery contractors - Laing O'Rourke, Bouygues, and Balfour Beatty - to deliver the civils scope including Enabling Earthworks, Main Civil Works, and Marine and Tunnelling Reporting to the Quality Team Lead, the Quality Inspector will work closely with construction teams, contractors and engineers to ensure all works are delivered in line with specifications, drawings, quality standards and regulatory requirements, supporting right-first-time delivery on a nationally important project. In addition to site-based activities, the role will have a strong interface with Laing O'Rourke's Transverse Manufacturing operations, ensuring quality assurance is maintained across the full asset lifecycle-from off-site manufacture through to on-site installation. This includes reviewing and inspecting factory-produced civil components, verifying compliance with approved inspection and test plans, and ensuring manufactured elements are delivered to site ready for safe, efficient and compliant installation. The Quality Inspector will play a key role in maintaining alignment between manufacturing, logistics and site teams, helping to embed digital, modern methods of construction and uphold consistent quality standards across both off-site and on-site environments.,

Monitor site activities to ensure adherence to approved quality control procedures and safety protocols
Review and interpret drawings, inspection and test plans (ITPs) and technical specifications to confirm accuracy and compliance
Identify, record and report non-conformances, supporting effective corrective and preventative actions
Work collaboratively with contractors, engineers, supervisors and project managers to resolve quality issues and support right-first-time delivery
Maintain accurate inspection records, reports and supporting quality documentation
Verify that materials, workmanship and completed works meet acceptance criteria prior to handover
Participate in site meetings, providing quality input and supporting construction progress discussions

Transverse Manufacturing and Off-Site Scope Interface with Laing O'Rourke's Transverse Manufacturing facilities to support quality assurance of factory-manufactured civil components Review manufacturing quality documentation, inspection records and certification to ensure compliance prior to delivery to site Support factory and off-site inspections in line with approved inspection and test plans Verify that manufactured elements are delivered to site in a compliant condition, ready for safe and efficient installation Ensure effective quality handover between manufacturing, logistics and site construction teams Support the alignment of digital quality records and traceability across off-site manufacture and on-site installation Contribute to continuous improvement by feeding back quality lessons learned from site into manufacturing processes Support the Quality Team Lead and QA/QC Manager in implementing and maintaining the project quality management system Monitor third-party inspection activities and review submitted reports Promote quality awareness across the site, supporting teams in understanding and applying QA/QC requirements consistently

This is your chance to contribute to one of the UK's most ambitious infrastructure projects, shaping the future of energy while working in a supportive, dynamic environment. Be part of a team that values innovation, safety, and sustainability at every stage of the journey-from investment to construction and beyond.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
Minimum of 5 years' experience in civil construction quality inspection, ideally on large infrastructure projects
Strong knowledge of construction quality standards, codes and regulations
Proven ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
Excellent attention to detail with strong problem-solving capability
Confident communicator, able to work effectively with all levels of the workforce and management
Proactive, self-motivated and able to manage workload independently
Experience using quality inspection tools and reporting systems
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to site
Experience within nuclear, regulated or high-complexity environments and relevant quality certifications are advantageous

Laing O'Rourke are an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects for clients in the UK, Middle East and Australia.

Certainty, reliability, quality - this is what our clients want. And at Laing O'Rourke, we have more than 150 years of experience delivering it. Laing O'Rourke's story is one of energy, passion, ambition, people and teamwork. We harness the power of our experience, stretching back over a century and a half to deliver certainty for our clients.

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