Quality Manager

Carmichael UK; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 71,955 - 83,025; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term defence project

Defence industry exposure

Collaborative project team

Job summary

Carmichael UK is recruiting an experienced Quality Manager to join a major infrastructure redevelopment project within a live MOD environment in Plymouth. You will lead quality assurance activities, drive compliance and continuous improvement, and manage a dedicated quality team on a high-profile defence project.

Key responsibilities include implementing the QMS, conducting audits, reporting to senior stakeholders, and promoting a strong quality culture across the project.

Qualifications

• Qualified Quality or Construction Manager with significant industry experience.
• Degree, HNC or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Construction, Quality or related discipline.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor and CSCS Manager Card.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Establish and monitor quality objectives aligned to project goals.
• Lead internal and external audits and certification processes.
• Manage and develop the quality team.
• Oversee quality investigations and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory obligations.
• Produce quality performance reports for senior stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement and risk management.

Skills

Quality Management

Audit Management

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Education

Degree / HNC in Civil Engineering or Construction

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

Job description

Quality Manager

Location: Plymouth – Devonport Dockyard

Rate: £390 - £450 per day (Umbrella)

Hours: 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Carmichael UK is recruiting for an experienced Quality Manager to join a major infrastructure redevelopment project within a live MOD environment in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity to lead quality assurance activities on a high-profile defence project and play a key role in driving compliance, continuous improvement, and quality performance.

Security Requirements

Due to the nature of this project, applicants must be British Nationals and eligible to obtain BPSS and SC Security Clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS)
• Establish and monitor quality objectives aligned to project and business goals
• Lead internal and external audits and certification processes
• Manage and develop the quality team
• Oversee quality investigations and corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, client requirements and regulatory obligations
• Produce quality performance reports for senior stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and quality-focused risk management activities
• Promote a strong quality culture across the project

Requirements

• Professionally qualified Quality or Construction Manager with significant industry experience
• Degree, HNC or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Construction, Quality or a related discipline
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualification
• IOSH Managing Safely
• CSCS White PQP/AQP Card
• CSCS Manager Card
• Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems and compliance requirements
• Proven leadership and team management experience
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience of audit management, continuous improvement and quality assurance within major infrastructure or construction projects

What’s on Offer

• £390 - £450 per day Umbrella
• Long-term opportunity on a major defence infrastructure project
• Opportunity to work within a highly collaborative and professional project team

If you have the required experience and are looking for your next challenge, apply now or contact Carmichael UK for a confidential discussion.