Overview
The Quality Engineer will play a crucial role in a major highways project in Greater Manchester, focusing on ensuring compliance with National Highways standards and overseeing quality management processes. Working within a collaborative team environment, the contractor will engage with various stakeholders including site agents and subcontractors, contributing to the successful delivery of a high-value infrastructure upgrade.
Responsibilities
- Implement and manage the Project Quality Plan in accordance with National Highways specifications.
- Oversee and approve Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), including critical hold and witness points.
- Support the approval of materials and ensure compliance with design requirements through rigorous testing.
- Conduct site inspections, hold-point checks, and ongoing quality monitoring across various disciplines.
- Manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) by performing root cause analysis and implementing preventive actions.
- Collaborate with site agents, design teams, and subcontractors to address technical queries and manage changes.
- Assist in conducting site and off-site audits, ensuring proper collation of health and safety documentation and handover processes.
Requirements
- Proven experience in major UK highways infrastructure projects, particularly with National Highways.
- Strong knowledge of ISO 9001:2015, quality assurance, and Highway Works standards (MCHW).
- Hands-on experience with ITPs, material compliance checks, and rectifying NCRs on active sites.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with clients, designers, and delivery teams.
- Desirable qualifications include CQI membership, Internal Auditor certification (ISO 9001), or a relevant qualification in Civil or Quality Engineering.