Quality Team Lead

JR United Kingdom; Banbury; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Life Sciences sector is seeking a QA/QC Commissioning Lead in Banbury. This senior position requires a proven track record of at least 10 years in quality assurance, control, and commissioning activities. Candidates will oversee MEP installations and ensure compliance with client standards and regulatory requirements, making this an essential role for successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in QA/QC or commissioning role within MEP construction.
• Proven experience on Life Sciences or Data Centre projects.
• In-depth understanding of QA/QC protocols and ISO/GMP compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement QA/QC plans and checklists tailored to project specifications.
• Lead all MEP commissioning activities and ensure compliance with quality benchmarks.
• Collaborate with project planner to align QA/QC activities with commissioning schedules.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Commissioning

Communication

Project Management

Education

Engineering Degree

Quality Certification (ISO Lead Auditor, CQI)

Tools

QA Documentation Systems

Commissioning Tracking Tools

Digital Quality Platforms

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced QA/QC Commissioning Lead to oversee quality assurance, control, and commissioning activities on a high-profile Life Sciences project. You will ensure all electrical and mechanical installations are delivered in line with client quality expectations, regulatory compliance, and commissioning readiness.

This is a senior position requiring 10+ years’ experience in a similar role, ideally with a background in Life Sciences or Data Centre projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take full responsibility for quality assurance and quality control processes across the full MEP scope on-site
• Develop and implement QA/QC plans, inspection & test plans (ITPs), and checklists tailored to project specifications and client standards
• Work closely with project teams, consultants, and client representatives to ensure installations meet all contractual and regulatory quality benchmarks
• Lead and coordinate all MEP commissioning activities, ensuring systems are tested, validated, and documented in line with industry best practice
• Liaise with package leads and subcontractors to track inspection progress and ensure timely resolution of quality-related issues
• Manage punch lists / snagging processes, ensuring all non-conformances are logged, tracked, and closed out effectively
• Carry out regular site inspections and audits, ensuring works are executed as per approved drawings and method statements
• Collaborate with the project planner and commissioning manager to ensure QA/QC activities are aligned with commissioning schedules
• Support handover documentation compilation including O&M manuals, test certs, commissioning reports, and quality files
• Report regularly to senior management and the client on QA progress, risks, and mitigation strategies
• Champion a culture of right first time and continuous improvement across the site team

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years' experience in a QA/QC or commissioning role within the MEP construction industry
• Proven experience on Life Sciences, Cleanroom, or Data Centre projects is highly desirable
• In-depth understanding of QA/QC protocols, commissioning processes, and ISO or GMP compliance frameworks
• Strong communication and reporting skills; capable of liaising with all levels of site and client stakeholders
• Familiar with QA documentation systems, test packs, commissioning tracking tools, and digital quality platforms
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, high-spec environment
• Relevant technical background – either trade, engineering degree, or quality certification (e.g. ISO Lead Auditor, CQI, etc.)

For more information please contact Alisha Bowell on [phone] or email [e-mail]

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Created on 26/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom