Quality Lead - Supply Chain Assurance

Bouygues Construction; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Ipswich is seeking a Supplier Quality Assurance Lead to ensure compliance and quality across the supply chain. The role involves prequalification assessments, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering or science, relevant Lead Auditor training, and substantial experience in supplier management. This position supports a significant energy project, offering a hybrid work environment with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• degree in engineering or science or extensive practical experience
• Lead Auditor training for ISO 9001/19443
• Significant experience in supplier auditing and quality management

Responsibilities

• Lead quality aspects of supplier prequalification against standards
• Develop and maintain the Supplier Audit Schedule
• Integrate quality oversight with the digital quality platform

Skills

Supplier auditing

Quality management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Degree in engineering or science

ISO 9001/19443 Lead Auditor training

Job description

Job Description

Quality Lead - Supply Chain Assurance

Job Location City: Ipswich

Country/Region: United Kingdom

Contract Type: Permanent Contract

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Remote/Onsite: Hybrid

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel

Requisition ID: 2515

Information at a Glance

The Civil Works Alliance

We're recruiting for an exciting opportunity within the CWA (Civil Works Alliance) to help shape the future of the UK's energy landscape. As part of our team, you'll play a pivotal role supporting the construction of Sizewell C - a 3.2-gigawatt power station that will generate low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes and deliver reliable, clean energy for at least 60 years.

We're seeking a talented Supplier Quality Assurance Lead to provide independent assurance across our alliance supply chain. This critical role ensures every supplier partnering with us meets the highest standards of quality, nuclear safety, and compliance.

What you’ll do

• Lead the quality aspect of supplier prequalification, assessing capability and compliance against ISO 9001, ISO 19443, and nuclear safety standards
• Review and advise on Supplier Quality Plans and manuals before mobilisation, ensuring they meet alliance and client requirements
• Develop and maintain the Supplier Audit Schedule, conducting thorough system, process, and product audits, and delivering clear audit reports
• Set and coordinate supplier surveillance activity in line with our graded assurance principles, collaborating with embedded Quality Managers
• Analyse nonconformances and trends, supporting robust corrective actions and early escalation of risks
• Oversee CFSI controls, deliver training, and ensure governance aligns with nuclear standards and project risk
• Integrate supplier quality oversight with our digital quality platform, designing forms and dashboards to boost visibility
• Evaluate and guide on supplier safety culture, leadership behaviours, and readiness to improve
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying trends, sharing lessons learned, and supporting alliance-wide initiatives
• Own and maintain quality acceptance criteria within the Approved Supplier Register, keeping information accurate and up‑to‑date
• Advise on all aspects of quality and promote customer focus and awareness across the organisation

What we’re looking for

• A degree in engineering or science, or extensive practical experience
• ISO 9001/19443 Lead Auditor training
• Significant experience in supplier auditing, surveillance, and quality management - ideally in large, complex projects
• Track record of building strong relationships, providing clear quality leadership, and communicating effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Deep understanding of technical and quality standards, attention to detail, and the drive to see tasks through to completion
• Proactive, innovative approach with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities

This is a chance to be part of a diverse, collaborative team where your expertise will be valued and your voice will matter. If you're ready to help deliver one of the UK's most ambitious energy projects, we invite you to click the following link and apply today.