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Quality Manager
Job Posted: 17 days ago
Salary: £ 65,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
Expire in: 11 days
Job Description
A Tier One main contractor is seeking a Quality Manager to join a landmark £100m+ highways project in Suffolk.This is a pivotal position within the project’s Assurance Team, offering the opportunity to establish and oversee quality management systems from the outset of a nationally significant scheme.
Key Responsibilities of the Quality Manager:
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Lead quality assurance and compliance with ISO 9001 and the contractor’s Business Management System (BMS)
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Set up and manage internal and external audit programmes across departments, supply chain, and third-party partners
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Maintain an effective trained auditor list, schedule audits, and provide full reporting including trend and risk analysis
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Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement across all quality processes
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Support the pre-construction team on quality-related aspects of tendering and early works planning
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Chair quality meetings and maintain the project-specific BMS in line with business requirements
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Engage regularly with key project stakeholders including client teams, consultants, and subcontractors
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Assist with the development and ongoing review of the Project Quality Plan and Business Continuity Plan
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Attend company-wide quality forums and contribute to broader business quality improvement initiatives
About You – The Ideal Quality Manager Will Have:
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Strong understanding of construction-related Quality Management Systems and compliance frameworks
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Demonstrated ability to lead audit programmes and support quality improvement across large projects
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Professional, solutions-focused communicator who can influence teams and stakeholders at all levels
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
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HND/Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline (preferred)
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CSCS card relevant to role
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Practitioner of the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI), ideally working towards Chartered Quality Professional (CQP MCQI or FCQI)
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Minimum: Internal Auditor qualified and progressing toward ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification
What’s on Offer for the Quality Manager:
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A high-impact role on a major UK infrastructure project with long-term stability
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The chance to join a tier one main contractor with a secure, growing pipeline of nationally significant work
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Flexible/agile working practices (where applicable)
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Structured career development and access to professional training
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Competitive package including:
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Enhanced holiday allowance with option to purchase more
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Pension scheme
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Cycle to Work scheme
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Private healthcare options
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Paid professional membership
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24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
This is an excellent opportunity for a Quality Manager looking to step into a leading role on a flagship UK projectBefore You Apply
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