Quality Manager

Leeds/Yorkshire Region

Civil Engineering

Our client, a main contractor specializing in civil engineering, is looking to recruit a Quality Manager to join their expanding team to work on projects throughout the North West. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable business with a huge amount of work. They offer very competitive salary and package and are massive on helping their staff progress to the next level.

Quality Manager Responsibilities:

* Maintain strong working relationships with clients and the supply chain, acting as a senior quality point of contact for project-related quality matters.

* Advise project teams on relevant quality standards, client requirements and contractual expectations, ensuring these are understood and reflected in delivery.

* Provide assurance and guidance in relation to project quality documentation, handover requirements and quality deliverables.

* Support project teams in achieving compliant, complete and timely handover documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

* Escalate significant client-facing quality concerns where necessary and support their effective resolution.

* Lead and support project teams on quality matters and help them discharge their responsibilities effectively.

* Provide visible quality leadership across the Region, coaching, advising and guiding project teams in the practical implementation of quality requirements on site.

* Support and develop Quality Advisors and other personnel involved in quality assurance activity within the region

* Promote consistency of approach in the application of quality processes, standards and expectations.

* Encourage effective upward communication to support the reporting of defective work, nonconformances and quality concerns.

* Work collaboratively with operational teams and wider support functions to resolve quality issues quickly and effectively.

* Treat others fairly, openly and with respect, dealing with enquiries professionally and within agreed timescales.

Quality Manager Requirements:

* Relevant industry qualification (HND/HNC/BEng or equivalent)

* Civil engineering experience

* Experience working for a medium to large sized civil engineering contractor

* Experience as a quality manager

* Excellent communication and people and team management skills