Senior QA/QC Manager – Cladding & Steel Project

Fawkes & Reece London; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece London is seeking a temporary experienced Quality & Assurance Manager to oversee QA/QC on a major cladding and structural steel project in Cardiff. The role requires implementing QA/QC procedures, developing ITPs, and coordinating with main contractor, consultants and client.

You will drive site inspections, manage NCRs, and ensure compliance with drawings, standards and manufacturer requirements, contributing to Handover readiness and project quality improvements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in QA/QC for cladding, façades, building envelope or structural steel.
• Experience with main contractors, consultants and clients on major projects.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and auditing.
• Ability to develop ITPs and manage NCRs.
• Strong site-based QA/QC processes and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement the project's QA/QC procedures.
• Develop, implement and maintain ITPs for cladding and structural steel activities.
• Carry out regular site inspections to monitor workmanship, materials and compliance.
• Ensure construction activities comply with drawings, specifications and manufacturer requirements.
• Identify, record and manage NCRs and ensure corrective actions are closed out.
• Monitor subcontractors, suppliers and installation teams to maintain quality standards.
• Review material approvals, technical submissions, test certificates and installation records.
• Maintain comprehensive quality documentation and inspection records.
• Collaborate with Site and Project Management to resolve quality issues.
• Liaise with client, consultants, main contractor and stakeholders on quality matters.
• Assist with audits and support ISO 9001 compliance.
• Ensure quality documentation is prepared for handover and close-out.
• Support continuous improvement across the project.

Skills

QA/QC management

ISO 9001 knowledge

ITPs development

NCR handling

Site inspections

Documentation management

Stakeholder liaison

Continuous improvement

Education

NVQ Level 6/7 in Construction Management or related

HNC/HND in Construction/Civil/Structural Engineering

ISO 9001 Internal Auditor qualification

CQI qualification or membership

CSCS card

SMSTS

NEBOSH or IOSH

QA/QC qualifications

Job description

Fawkes & Reece London is seeking a temporary experienced Quality & Assurance Manager to oversee QA/QC on a major cladding and structural steel project in Cardiff. The role requires implementing QA/QC procedures, developing ITPs, and coordinating with main contractor, consultants and client.

You will drive site inspections, manage NCRs, and ensure compliance with drawings, standards and manufacturer requirements, contributing to Handover readiness and project quality improvements.