Senior QA Manager - Mega Construction (Riyadh)

slihrms; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

slihrms is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead the Project Quality Assurance Management System for a large-scale Riyadh construction program. You will work with Client, Resident Engineer, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality across design, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and handover.

The role requires 15+ years in quality assurance in construction, with at least 8 years in a QA Manager role on major projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Master's Degree in Quality Management or Engineering preferred.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or CQE certification desirable.
• Minimum 15+ years of experience in quality assurance within construction.
• Minimum 8 years in a QA Manager role on major projects.
• Experience with large-scale buildings, convention centers, hospitality developments.
• Strong knowledge of QMS and ISO 9001 requirements.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Assurance Management System.
• Ensure compliance with project quality objectives and procedures.
• Establish and monitor QA processes and governance frameworks.
• Lead quality audits, surveillance activities, and inspections.
• Review contractor Quality Management Plans, ITPs, and Method Statements.
• Monitor contractor quality performance and ensure compliance with systems.
• Lead audits and ensure timely closure of audit findings.
• Establish quality KPIs and monitor trends and metrics.
• Manage NCRs, CARs, and preventive actions.
• Coordinate with engineers and inspectors to apply quality requirements.
• Oversee document control for quality records and compliance.
• Prepare quality dashboards and executive reports for management.

Skills

Quality Assurance Leadership

QA Management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Quality Management

Tools

ISO 9001

Job description

slihrms is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead the Project Quality Assurance Management System for a large-scale Riyadh construction program. You will work with Client, Resident Engineer, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality across design, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and handover.

The role requires 15+ years in quality assurance in construction, with at least 8 years in a QA Manager role on major projects.