Quality Assurance Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation, and continual improvement of project quality plans and inspection test plans (ITPs).
• Conduct site inspections and audits to verify compliance with specifications, drawings, standards, and approved procedures.
• Maintain and review site standards.
• Review and verify quality documentation, including inspection records, test certificates, material approvals, and as-built information.
• Ensure works are completed in accordance with contract requirements, client standards, and regulatory obligations.
• Identify quality issues, non-conformances, and trends, supporting investigations and corrective actions.
• Coordinate quality inspections with site teams and subcontractors.
• Monitor and maintain quality records to support project handover.
• Review subcontractor quality documentation and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Produce quality reports and KPI data.
• Promote a culture of quality excellence and continuous improvement across project teams.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Previous experience within water, utilities, civil engineering, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of construction quality management.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and technical standards.
• Knowledge of inspection and test plans, quality documentation, and verification processes.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
• Ability to work collaboratively across design, construction, and commissioning teams.

• HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Site Manager Training - SMSTS
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Benefits