Senior Quality Manager: QMS, Audits & Compliance

VGC; West Devon; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VGC is seeking a Quality Manager to oversee quality systems on a live MOD site in Plymouth. The role requires leading audits, shaping the QMS, and driving continuous improvement across the project. You will manage a quality team and ensure compliance with regulations and industry standards.

Ideal candidates will have extensive leadership experience, strong strategic planning skills, and a proven ability to influence senior management and stakeholders on quality matters.

Qualifications

• 8+ years post-qualification experience or 12+ years in the field.
• Academic qualifications in Civil Engineering, Quality or Construction related disciplines (HNC, BSc, MSc, BEng, MEng).
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor training is required.
• IOSH Managing Safely certification is required.
• CSCS - White PQP/AQP is required.
• CSCS - Managers is required.
• Extensive knowledge of QMS and standards.
• Proven leadership and management experience.
• Strong strategic planning and communication skills.
• Expertise in audits, compliance and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the quality management system (QMS).
• Set quality objectives aligned with business goals.
• Oversee internal and external audits and certification processes.
• Lead and develop the quality team, including recruitment and training.
• Handle escalated quality issues and drive cross-functional solutions.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with industry standards.
• Report quality performance to senior management and clients.
• Lead strategic initiatives for quality improvement and risk management.

Skills

Quality management

Leadership

Audits

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Education

Civil Engineering

Quality

Construction related Qualification

Tools

CSCS - White PQP/AQP

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor

IOSH Managing Safely

Job description

VGC is seeking a Quality Manager to oversee quality systems on a live MOD site in Plymouth. The role requires leading audits, shaping the QMS, and driving continuous improvement across the project. You will manage a quality team and ensure compliance with regulations and industry standards.

Ideal candidates will have extensive leadership experience, strong strategic planning skills, and a proven ability to influence senior management and stakeholders on quality matters.