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 project