Quality Assurance Manager

Global Professional Consultants; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle

Job summary

Global Professional Consultants is seeking an experienced Quality Manager for a leading civil engineering contractor in Dublin. You will develop, implement, and maintain the QMS across multiple concurrent sites, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and client requirements.

You'll lead site audits, manage ITPs, drive continuous improvement, and mentor site teams to deliver high-quality outcomes on residential and commercial projects in Dublin.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience in a quality-focused role within civil engineering or construction.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Experience on large-scale residential and/or commercial projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO 9001 standards
• Develop and manage inspection and test plans (ITPs) and quality assurance procedures
• Conduct regular site audits, inspections, and compliance reviews across multiple projects
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams to ensure quality standards are embedded from planning through to completion
• Identify, investigate, and resolve non-conformances, implementing corrective and preventive actions
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date quality documentation and reporting systems
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and regulatory bodies regarding quality standards and compliance
• Deliver training and guidance to site teams to promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement
• Support project teams in meeting handover and certification requirements
• Monitor subcontractor performance to ensure adherence to quality standards

Skills

Quality management

ISO 9001

Site audits

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

My client is a leading Civil Engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality large-scale residential and commercial projects across Dublin. With a robust project pipeline and continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to drive excellence and maintain industry-leading standards across all sites.

The Quality Manager will take responsibility for developing, implementing, and maintaining the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) in line with regulatory and client requirements. This role will ensure that all works are delivered to the highest quality standards across multiple concurrent projects.

Duties:

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with ISO 9001 standards
• Develop and manage inspection and test plans (ITPs) and quality assurance procedures
• Conduct regular site audits, inspections, and compliance reviews across multiple projects
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams to ensure quality standards are embedded from planning through to completion
• Identify, investigate, and resolve non-conformances, implementing corrective and preventive actions
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date quality documentation and reporting systems
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and regulatory bodies regarding quality standards and compliance
• Deliver training and guidance to site teams to promote a culture of quality and continuous improvement
• Support project teams in meeting handover and certification requirements
• Monitor subcontractor performance to ensure adherence to quality standards

Requirements:

• Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a quality-focused role within civil engineering or construction
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
• Proven experience working on large-scale residential and/or commercial projects
• Excellent understanding of construction processes, materials, and industry standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilitiesAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously

What’s on Offer:

• Vehicle
• Opportunity to work with a market-leading contractor on high-profile projects
• Strong pipeline of long-term work in Dublin
• Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
• Collaborative, high-performance working environment