Senior Quality Manager

Strabag International; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Quality professional to lead the Quality Function in tunnelling construction. This role involves managing quality requirements, conducting inspections, and fostering a culture of excellence within the project. You will provide strategic leadership, ensuring compliance with quality standards while mentoring a team of quality professionals. Join a company committed to sustainability and employee development, driving change towards climate neutrality by 2040. If you're passionate about quality and looking for a new challenge, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Quality roles within the construction industry.
• Solid understanding of ISO 9001 standards and quality management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Quality Function within the Project/Contract, providing leadership.
• Ensure project quality requirements are delivered and supported.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Quality Management

Teamwork

Education

Chartered Member of CQI (MCQI CQP)

HNC/HND/Degree in Quality Management

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

If you are an ambitious Quality professional looking for a new challenge in tunnelling construction and would like to help shape the future of STRABAG, then please read the below job description.

Minimum Requirements

• Chartered Member of CQI (MCQI CQP), HNC/HND/Degree qualified or relevant experience in Quality Management.
• Full driving licence and willing to travel, CSCS Card (relevant type).
• DBS check will be required prior to appointment.
• Extensive experience in a Quality role in the construction industry on large infrastructure projects or equivalent, comparable industry/projects.
• Solid understanding of the requirements of the ISO 9001 standard.
• Strong demonstrable leadership skills are essential along with managing teams.
• Ability to take direction from line managers and senior members of staff whilst also being able to communicate and influence change.
• Strategic minded with excellent organisation, communication and time management skills.
• Team player with ability to coach and mentor others as required.
• Proficient in standard computer programmes including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Job Responsibilities

• You will manage the Quality Function within the Project/Contract, providing Quality leadership and support.
• Ensure project quality requirements are delivered and provide support and information to the Quality Function.
• Establishing and providing Leadership in best practice in Quality matters relevant to the Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme (HARP) and the wider business (where required).
• Ensuring that the STRABAG UK Integrated Management System (IMS) and other applicable company standards are fully integrated on the project.
• Ensuring management controls are in place so that all personnel are aware of their statutory duties and responsibilities, and to provide advice as and when required.
• Managing regular inspections/audits of sites and workplaces to determine whether work is being carried out in accordance with Company Policy, Procedures and other stated requirements.
• Developing and implementing Quality campaigns and improvement plans.
• Supporting with strategic leadership on all aspects of quality. Help shape the UK Quality Strategy whilst driving awareness and upskilling delivery and leadership teams.
• Building and leading a team of quality professionals across the entire length of the project.

We stand for respect, partnership, and sustainability, creating a work environment that promotes safety, health, and development. Our committed and healthy employees are our most valuable asset – the foundation for sustainable growth and innovation. With our "People. Planet. Progress." strategy and the motto WORK ON PROGRESS, we drive change forward – with the goal of climate neutrality by 2040.