Construction QA Engineer: Quality, Compliance & Inspections

CUNNINGHAM; Skellefteå kommun; On-site; SEK 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation Support

Travel Support

Company maternity / paternity pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Company Occupational Health

Social Events

Team Development Days

Ongoing Training & Development

Bespoke career pathways

Support for Chartership Pathways

Professional Membership Support

Branded clothing

Job summary

Cunningham is seeking an experienced QA Engineer to join the high performing team in Skelleftea, Sweden. Reporting to the Quality Manager, the role focuses on developing and maintaining QA/QC procedures, ensuring compliance with ISO standards, and supporting audits across Civil, Structural, Architectural, MEP systems.

You will coordinate with construction teams and subcontractors, manage NCRs, ITPs, inspections, and QA documentation, and drive continuous quality improvements on large-scale

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering or Construction.
• Proven experience as a QA/QC Engineer on large-scale construction projects.
• Strong understanding of CSA and MEP construction methods, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience developing and implementing QA/QC procedures and managing ITPs, inspections, and NCRs.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and technical documentation across multiple disciplines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors.
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to manage multiple work fronts.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific QA/QC procedures in alignment with project specifications, client requirements, and company Quality Management Systems.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards, project quality plans, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote and maintain a strong culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement across the project.
• Support internal and external quality audits, ensuring compliance with QMS and client standards.
• Monitor and inspect construction activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, codes, and industry standards.
• Conduct inspections across Civil, Structural, and Architectural (CSA) works including but not limited to:
• Inspect and verify Mechanical and Electrical installations, including but not limited to:
• Ensure works are completed in accordance with approved Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date quality documentation, including:
• Ensure traceability of materials and installation processes.
• Manage and maintain quality dossiers, turnover documentation, and project QA records.
• Submittal & Technical reviews/ verify subcontractor submissions including:
• Ensure submissions comply with project specifications, design requirements, and applicable standards.
• Provide technical quality support to construction teams during installation and inspections.
• Raise and manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for deviations from approved specifications or procedures.
• Track and ensure timely implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Work with construction teams and subcontractors to identify root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Verify that all materials delivered to site meet approved specifications and standards.
• Coordinate and review material testing, including concrete, steel, aggregates, and other construction materials.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards/ project-specific standards.
• Coordinate with third-party laboratories and testing agencies to validate material performance.
• Review commissioning documentation and quality submissions for MEP systems and vendor packages.
• Coordinate with commissioning teams to ensure quality requirements are met
• Witness inspections, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Liaise with construction teams, design consultants, subcontractors, vendors, and client representatives to resolve quality issues.
• Support site teams in implementing corrective actions and quality improvements.
• Participate in coordination meetings to address quality risks and construction challenges.
• Maintain and report quality KPIs and project quality metrics, including:
• Provide regular quality performance reports and dashboards to project management.
• Participate in project handover and closeout activities.
• Ensure completion and accuracy of:
• Support preparation of client turnover packages for data centre operational readiness.

Skills

Cross-functional teams

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Cunningham is seeking an experienced QA Engineer to join the high performing team in Skelleftea, Sweden. Reporting to the Quality Manager, the role focuses on developing and maintaining QA/QC procedures, ensuring compliance with ISO standards, and supporting audits across Civil, Structural, Architectural, MEP systems.

You will coordinate with construction teams and subcontractors, manage NCRs, ITPs, inspections, and QA documentation, and drive continuous quality improvements on large-scale