Quality Manager

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:

• Lead quality assurance and compliance with ISO 9001 and the contractor’s Business Management System (BMS)

• Set up and manage internal and external audit programmes across departments, supply chain, and third-party partners

• Maintain an effective trained auditor list, schedule audits, and provide full reporting including trend and risk analysis

• Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement across all quality processes

• Support the pre-construction team on quality-related aspects of tendering and early works planning

• Chair quality meetings and maintain the project-specific BMS in line with business requirements

• Engage regularly with key project stakeholders including client teams, consultants, and subcontractors

• Assist with the development and ongoing review of the Project Quality Plan and Business Continuity Plan

• Attend company-wide quality forums and contribute to broader business quality improvement initiatives

About You – The Ideal Quality Manager Will Have:

• Strong understanding of construction-related Quality Management Systems and compliance frameworks

• Demonstrated ability to lead audit programmes and support quality improvement across large projects

• Professional, solutions-focused communicator who can influence teams and stakeholders at all levels

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• HND/Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline (preferred)

• CSCS card relevant to role

• Practitioner of the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI), ideally working towards Chartered Quality Professional (CQP MCQI or FCQI)

• Minimum: Internal Auditor qualified and progressing toward ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification

What’s on Offer for the Quality Manager:

• A high-impact role on a major UK infrastructure project with long-term stability

• The chance to join a tier one main contractor with a secure, growing pipeline of nationally significant work

• Flexible/agile working practices (where applicable)

• Structured career development and access to professional training

• Competitive package including:

  • Enhanced holiday allowance with option to purchase more

  • Pension scheme

  • Cycle to Work scheme

  • Private healthcare options

  • Paid professional membership

  • 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.