Quality Manager

Farrans Construction; Essex; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Generous leave

Job summary

Farrans Construction seeks a Quality Manager to champion transparency, accountability and continuous improvement across our projects in the UK. You will reinforce the Integrated Management System (IMS) and support project teams with quality start‑up activities and ongoing guidance throughout delivery.

Reporting to the Head of Quality, you will monitor quality performance using digital platforms, lead root‑cause analysis, and promote a no‑blame culture while prioritising HSE across all sites.

Qualifications

• In-depth experience in construction quality management on large civil projects.
• Proficient data reporting and MS Office/Power BI; familiarity with cloud QMS tools.

Responsibilities

• Champion a culture of transparency, learning and continuous improvement across the organisation.
• Lead quality start‑up activities and support project delivery with ongoing quality advice.
• Develop and implement Project Quality Planning procedures from start to finish.

Skills

Data reporting

Power BI

CSCS Card

UK Driving Licence

Construction quality management

Education

Third-level degree in engineering/construction

Tools

Oracle Aconex

Autodesk Cloud/Forma

Dalux

Job description

Job Description

As a Quality Manager, you will champion a culture of transparency, learning, accountability, high performance, and continuous improvement across all functions and levels of the organisation. You will implement a refreshed quality management approach, support project teams through quality start‑up activities, provide ongoing quality advice throughout project delivery, and turn identified gaps into improvement opportunities.

Reporting to the Head of Quality, you will contribute to the operation and ongoing development of the Quality Management Department, ensuring that business activities are delivered in accordance with the company's Integrated Management System (IMS) and that projects comply with contractual specifications.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development and application of the company’s Quality Vision, Values and Strategic Objective
• Deliver quality added value through project support – refocus audit from compliance to assurance
• Implement and develop procedures for Project Quality Planning, covering quality deliverables from the start
• Provide technical quality‑related advice and support to project teams and supply chain
• Plan and conduct regular Quality Health Checks on projects
• Review and consolidate NCR root cause analysis, quality trends, critical issues, post‑project reviews and third‑party feedback
• Operate digital platforms and data analytics to effectively monitor quality performance and provide project quality insights
• Build relationships to drive the quality agenda, structure knowledge sharing, embed ownership with senior leaders on quality performance and preventative actions
• Promote a positive, no‑blame, continuous improvement quality culture
• Encourage a commitment to transparency, communication and knowledge sharing
• Demonstrate a robust commitment to HSE matters – ensuring safety is priority in all activities

Qualifications

We are seeking an experienced quality professional passionate about driving cultural change, embedding best practice, and fostering continuous improvement throughout the organisation.

• In‑depth previous experience of working in construction operations or construction quality management within complex large‑scale construction or civil engineering projects
• Strong proficiency in data reporting, utilising software systems such as MS Office suite and Power BI; highly competent with digital quality and document management‑based cloud tools such as Oracle Aconex, Autodesk Cloud/Forma, Dalux, etc.
• Effective working knowledge of Building and/or Civil Engineering specifications, construction techniques, quality standards and trade work practices
• Appropriate and valid CSCS Card
• Availability for travel across various project locations
• Third‑level degree qualification in a relevant engineering and construction discipline
• Hold a valid UK driving licence

Desirable Criteria

• Post‑graduate study or qualification in construction quality management
• A member of a relevant professional body such as RICS, CIOB, ICE or APM
• Good working knowledge of the Building Safety Act
• Experience working with major regional and/or national clients or frameworks

Farrans are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all.

Benefits

Our benefits package supports well‑being and career development. Flexible working hours (where applicable) and generous leave policies promote work‑life balance.