Project Quality Manager

Saipem; Milano; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract – Energia e Petrolì

Home office: pay not lower than 56.000

Benefits package

Hybrid working

Location: Milan, Italy

Job summary

Saipem is seeking a Project Quality Manager Senior to ensure the effective implementation of project quality requirements across international EPC/EPCM projects. You will drive quality performance, compliance and continuous improvement while collaborating with project functions and developing the project quality organization.

Education includes a Master’s or Bachelor’s in Engineering or Quality disciplines, with at least 10 years in quality management in large projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in Quality Management on EPC/EPCM or complex industrial projects.
• Proven experience as Project Quality Manager or QA/QC Manager.
• Fluent English; French a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define, implement and maintain the Project Quality Management System and Project Quality Plan.
• Manage quality interfaces with Project Management, clients, engineering, procurement and construction teams.
• Oversee supplier and subcontractor quality activities including inspections and ITPs.
• Lead audits, non-conformity management, root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project quality teams for continuous improvement.

Skills

Quality management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Auditing

KPI monitoring

Education

Master's degree in Engineering/Quality

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

ISO 9001 knowledge

NCR management tools

Quality dashboards

Job description

Join Saipem and engineer a sustainable future.

We are a global leader in engineering and construction for the energy and infrastructure sectors, delivering complex onshore and offshore projects worldwide. Driven by technological innovation as "One Company", our 30,000 people from over 130 nationalities in more than 50 countries work every day to enable the energy transition toward Net Zero. At Saipem, we embrace diversity as a driver of innovation and inclusion, while prioritizing people’s safety and environmental sustainability, even in the most challenging conditions.

Purpose of the position:

As Project Quality Manager Senior, you will report to the Quality Function and be part of the Quality Department. In this role, you will ensure the effective implementation of project quality requirements across international EPC/EPCM projects, driving quality performance, compliance, continuous improvement, and stakeholder alignment throughout the project lifecycle, while supporting collaboration across project functions and contributing to the development of the project quality organization.

How can you support us? Here below your responsibilities:

• Define, implement and maintain the Project Quality Management System and Project Quality Plan in compliance with contractual and company requirements.
• Manage quality interfaces with Project Management, clients, partners, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning teams and execution centers.
• Oversee supplier and subcontractor quality activities, including inspections, surveillance programs, ITPs, FAT/SAT and third-party inspections.
• Lead audits, non-conformity management, root cause analysis, corrective actions and lessons learned activities, ensuring effectiveness of implemented solutions.
• Provide leadership and technical guidance to project quality teams, fostering collaboration, capability development and continuous improvement.

What are we looking for?

Education:

Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Industrial Engineering or other relevant technical disciplines. Technical Diploma may be considered for candidates with significant relevant experience.

Experience:

At least 10 years of experience in Quality Management within EPC, EPCM or complex industrial projects, with proven experience as Project Quality Manager, QA/QC Manager or equivalent roles.

Languages

• Fluent English
• Knowledge of French is considered a plus.

Technical/IT Skills

• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and auditing methodologies.
• Experience in Project Quality Plans, audit programs, KPI monitoring and quality reporting.
• Knowledge of supplier quality management, inspection activities and non-conformity management.
• Familiarity with digital tools for NCR management, inspection management and data analysis dashboards.

Behavioural And Leadership Skills

• Collaboration and stakeholder management in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments.
• Ability to align Project Management, Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Commissioning, clienti e partner.
• Pragmatic problem solving, bilanciando requisiti di qualità, priorità di progetto e obiettivi di business.
• Communication and influencing skills, anche nella gestione di confronti difficili.
• Flexibility across project phases, execution models and organizational interfaces.

What else should you know?

You will have the opportunity to travel internationally according to project requirements and to work closely with execution centers, suppliers, fabrication yards and project sites worldwide.

What Can We Offer To You

• Permanent Contract – CCNL Energia e Petrolio
• For home office contract: Pay not lower than 56.000 €
• Corporate Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, internal gym, discounts and partnerships, services related to health, family, well-being, and in-house cafeteria.
• Hybrid working model: Smart Working options and flexible hours to help you achieve a better work-life balance.
• Location: Milan, Italy

Transparency Note

At the end of the selection process, the Company reserves the right to offer a different job level and/or salary package compared to what is indicated in this job posting, in line with the candidate’s professional experience, technical and soft skills. Any Deviation Shall Be Duly Justified And Documented In Accordance With Internal Procedures And The Non-Discrimination Statement. Such Deviation Shall In No Way Be Related To

• the remuneration received by the candidate in previous employment relationships;
• any subjective or discriminatory factors, including but not limited to gender or other personal characteristics.

The Decision

• is made in compliance with the principle of equal pay for the same work or work of equal value;
• complies with the pay transparency requirements set out in EU Directive 2023/970 and the relevant national implementing legislation.

Additional Information

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