Quality Lead – Highways & Bridge Projects (Contract)

Carmichael UK; Penrith; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive day rate

Long-term project security

Job summary

Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead QA across highways and bridge reconstruction projects in the North West. You will develop and maintain the QMS, drive right-first-time delivery, and work with project teams, clients, and suppliers to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and project requirements.

The role requires managing internal and external quality audits, resolving non-conformances, and producing quality reports and KPIs for senior management.

Qualifications

• Requires proven experience as Quality Manager/QA Manager on highways or major infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 and quality systems.
• Experience leading internal/external quality audits across multiple sites.
• Knowledge of NCRs, root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Experience with bridge/highways projects and CDM considerations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain QMS across highways/bridge projects.
• Lead QA activities throughout project lifecycles and drive right-first-time delivery.
• Plan and conduct audits, monitor compliance with specifications and ITPs.
• Investigate non-conformances, implement corrective actions and report findings.
• Review and approve quality documentation and supplier/subcontractor QA assessments.

Skills

Quality management

ISO 9001

Audits

Stakeholder management

Bridge/highways experience

Multi-project coordination

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related

Professional qualification in quality management (e.g., Lead Auditor)

Tools

Quality Management System (QMS)

Job description

Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead QA across highways and bridge reconstruction projects in the North West. You will develop and maintain the QMS, drive right-first-time delivery, and work with project teams, clients, and suppliers to ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and project requirements.

The role requires managing internal and external quality audits, resolving non-conformances, and producing quality reports and KPIs for senior management.