Site Quality Assurance Manager

Ramboll; Dublin; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Matched pension contributions

Private medical cover

Life assurance

Job summary

Ramboll seeks an experienced Site Quality Assurance Manager to lead QA/QC across major infrastructure projects in Ireland, including metro, aviation and rail schemes. You will drive robust QA/QC processes, review ITPs and drive continuous improvement on site.

You will collaborate with contractors, engineers and project teams to ensure quality, manage non-conformances and support commissioning activities, promoting first-time-right delivery.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in QA/QC on major infrastructure or construction projects.
• Understanding of QA/QC processes, standards and best practice in construction environments.
• Experience working with contractors to monitor and improve quality on site.
• Familiarity with inspection, testing, commissioning and handover processes.
• Ability to review technical documentation, drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of project QA/QC systems on site.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, standards and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor contractor quality via inspections, audits and surveillance.
• Review and approve ITPs, method statements and quality docs.
• Manage non-conformances, defects and corrective actions.
• Support QC activities for verification of requirements during commissioning.
• Coordinate quality records, documentation and handover deliverables.
• Provide QA guidance to project teams and contractors.
• Identify quality risks and support mitigation strategies.

Skills

QA/QC on infrastructure

Inspection & testing

Non-conformances management

Documentation review

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in engineering / construction

Membership of CQI / Engineers Ireland / ICE

Job description

Job Description

Are you an experienced Site Quality Assurance Manager with a strong track record in delivering quality assurance and control on major infrastructure projects? You will lead quality management activities across nationally significant D&B infrastructure projects in Ireland including metro, aviation, rail, water and highway schemes, ensuring works are delivered in accordance with specifications, standards and project requirements.

Join our Project & Programme Management team and help close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

As Site Quality Assurance Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all quality assurance and quality control activities on major infrastructure projects in Ireland. You will ensure that construction works are delivered in compliance with design, specifications, and regulatory requirements, while promoting a culture of quality across all site activities.

You will work closely with contractors, engineers and project teams to implement robust QA/QC processes, ensuring that quality risks are identified, managed and mitigated throughout the construction lifecycle.

Working pattern

This is a predominantly site-based role, with a majority of projects delivered in and around Dublin.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Leading the development and implementation of project quality assurance and quality control systems on site
• Ensuring compliance with project specifications, standards, procedures and regulatory requirements
• Monitoring contractor quality performance through inspections, audits and surveillance activities
• Reviewing and approving Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), method statements and quality documentation
• Managing non-conformances, defects and corrective actions to ensure effective resolution
• Supporting inspection, testing and commissioning activities to verify compliance with requirements
• Coordinating quality records, documentation and handover deliverables
• Providing quality assurance advice and guidance to project teams and contractors
• Identifying quality risks and supporting mitigation strategies throughout delivery
• Promoting a culture of quality, right-first-time delivery and continuous improvement
• Supporting reporting and governance processes related to quality performance
• Liaising with stakeholders to ensure alignment on quality expectations and requirements

About You

• Significant experience in quality assurance and quality control roles on major infrastructure or construction projects (e.g. metro, aviation, rail, water and highways schemes)
• Strong understanding of QA/QC processes, standards and best practice in construction environments
• Experience working with contractors to monitor and improve quality performance on site
• Familiarity with inspection, testing, commissioning and handover processes
• Ability to review technical documentation, drawings and specifications in detail
• Experience managing non-conformances, defects and corrective actions
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, problem-solving approach
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience implementing quality management systems (e.g. ISO 9001)
• Knowledge and experience of NEC4 Contract suite, and commercial awareness
• Proactive and organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic site environment
• Degree in engineering, construction or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. CQI, Engineers Ireland, ICE, or equivalent) or working towards accreditation

What We Can Offer You

• Commitment to your development
• Leaders guided by our Leadership Principles
• A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are
• Inspiration from colleagues, clients and projects
• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Matched pension contributions
• Private medical cover and life assurance

We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.

Application deadline: 31.10.2026

Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start - and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll employs more than 18,000 people globally across 35 countries. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, Management Consulting, and Architecture & Landscape. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we help shape the societies of tomorrow.

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Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach….

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