Quality Manager – EPC Design Phase

PROJECTZERO

Scotland

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Quality Manager to oversee the Quality Management System during the design phase of a hydro project in Scotland. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and experience in the hydropower sector. Strong knowledge of UK quality legislation and excellent communication skills are essential. This full-time position involves frequent travel across Scotland and may extend into subsequent project phases.

Qualifications

Previous experience in hydropower sector gained within the last 2 years.
Strong working knowledge of UK quality law.
Hands-on experience with pumped-storage hydro, dams, tunnels, or heavy infrastructure projects is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of the Quality Management System during the design phase.
Ensure design outputs comply with UK and Scottish quality legislation.
Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and client teams to embed quality standards.

Skills

Quality management implementation

Knowledge of UK quality law

Communication skills

Client presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

Position: Quality Manager – EPC Design Phase (Hydro Project) at PROJECTZERO

Location: Highland, Scotland (UK)

Start Date: October 2025

Duration: Approx. 9 months (Design Phase), with the potential for extension into the Procurement & Construction Phase

Travel Requirements: Frequent travel to client sites in Scotland. Remote candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of the Quality Management System during the design phase of the EPC contract.
Ensure design outputs comply with UK and Scottish quality legislation and industry best practices.
Provide technical quality input, particularly in civil, structural, and dam engineering contexts.
Represent the project in client meetings on-site, presenting quality integration strategies.
Collaborate with engineering, procurement, H&S and client teams to embed quality standards early in the design process.
Prepare and maintain project quality documentation and reports.
Support both internal and client-led audits of design quality compliance; manage and close out non-conformances (NCRs).
Deliver quality briefings and presentations to stakeholders and subcontractors transitioning from design to construction.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
Previous experience in hydropower sector gained within the last 2 years
Strong working knowledge of UK quality law.
Demonstrated ability to embed quality processes in design workflows.
Hands-on experience with pumped-storage hydro, dams, tunnels, or heavy infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Confident presenter, especially in client design review meetings.
Willingness to travel frequently across Scotland. UK work eligibility is required for non-residents.

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