QA/QC Field Manager – MetroLink Quality Lead (Hybrid)

Jacobs; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Job summary

Jacobs in Ireland is seeking a QA/QC Field Manager to lead site-based quality assurance and control across the MetroLink project, driving compliance with ISO 9001 standards and project specifications. You will review contractor plans, conduct site inspections, manage NCRs, and collaborate with designers, contractors and construction teams to deliver a safe, quality-driven transport program for Dublin.

The role combines field activities with stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement, in a

Qualifications

• Experience in a QA/QC role within large-scale infrastructure, construction, or rail projects.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and construction quality management systems.
• Experience with Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and quality documentation.
• Ability to interpret drawings and coordinate with contractors and teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the MetroLink Quality Management Plan and QMS across site activities.
• Review contractor Quality Plans, ITPs, and method statements for compliance and readiness.
• Conduct site inspections, surveillance, and quality audits against specifications and standards.
• Monitor quality performance via inspections, test results, KPIs, and reporting.
• Manage quality records including NCRs, inspection reports, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with contractors, designers, and construction teams to resolve quality issues and drive improvement.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective action implementation.
• Contribute to audit readiness and engagement with regulators and stakeholders.
• Champion a culture of quality excellence on the MetroLink project.

Skills

QA/QC experience

Infrastructure projects

Construction/rail domain

ISO 9001 knowledge

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Aconex

BIM 360

ACC

Job description

Jacobs in Ireland is seeking a QA/QC Field Manager to lead site-based quality assurance and control across the MetroLink project, driving compliance with ISO 9001 standards and project specifications. You will review contractor plans, conduct site inspections, manage NCRs, and collaborate with designers, contractors and construction teams to deliver a safe, quality-driven transport program for Dublin.

The role combines field activities with stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement, in a