Quality Manager

Millbank Holdings Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to ensure compliance and quality assurance on major infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering or Quality Management, proven experience in quality management, and strong knowledge of ISO 9001 standards. Responsibilities include leading audits and providing training to teams. This role offers a chance to influence standards on significant national projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in quality management on major infrastructure projects.
• Experience with quality auditing and compliance in high-risk environments.
• Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project-specific quality plans and procedures.
• Lead quality audits, inspections, and surveillance activities.
• Provide quality leadership and training to site teams and subcontractors.

Skills

Quality management

ISO 9001 knowledge

Nuclear safety standards

Auditing skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Quality Management

Job description

Do you have experience managing quality assurance and compliance on major civil engineering projects in a regulated environment? Can you demonstrate strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and nuclear safety standards?

The Opportunity

Our Tier 1 civil engineering client is looking for an experienced Quality Manager to lead quality assurance and compliance across all civil engineering works. This is a unique opportunity to influence standards on a nationally significant project, ensuring excellence in delivery and adherence to stringent regulatory requirements.

Your duties and responsibilities will be

• Develop and implement project-specific quality plans and procedures in line with client and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear safety standards, ONR regulations, and civil engineering specifications.
• Lead quality audits, inspections, and surveillance activities across all work packages.
• Manage non-conformance reporting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Provide quality leadership and training to site teams and subcontractors.
• Collaborate with design, construction, and commercial teams to embed quality throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain accurate quality records and support handover documentation.

You will have the following qualifications & experience

• Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or Quality Management.
• Proven experience in quality management on major infrastructure projects (nuclear or regulated sectors preferred).
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and UK construction quality standards.
• Experience with quality auditing and compliance in high-risk environments.
• Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance.

It’s great if you also have the following

• Experience with NEC contracts and quality requirements.
• Familiarity with digital quality management systems and BIM integration.
• Background in reinforced concrete structures and heavy civil works.

Equal opportunities

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.