Description We are seeking an experienced Quality Manager to join a major infrastructure project at Stansted Airport. The role will be responsible for leading and implementing the project quality management system, ensuring all construction and engineering works comply with contractual requirements, statutory regulations, and industry standards. The Quality Manager will work closely with the Project Director, engineering teams, supply chain partners, and client representatives to ensure robust quality assurance processes are implemented throughout the project lifecycle. Instill Quality culture to the project, promoting a “right first time” approach and a no-blame culture focused on learning and accountability. Build strong, trust-based relationships with clients, consultants, and suppliers and provide teams with honest, constructive feedback to drive continuous improvement. Responsibilities Quality Management Develop, implement and maintain the Project Quality Management Plan (PQMP). Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems. Manage the project Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and quality documentation. Lead quality audits, inspections and surveillance across site operations. Prepare and deliver the project quality induction Produce the monthly Quality including KPIs to Project Director and Organisational Departments including root cause analysis. Compliance & Assurance Ensure all works comply with client specifications, NEC contract requirements, aviation standards and regulatory obligations. Ensure monitoring and Measurement, by coordinating the approval of supplier ITP and ITRs, materials acceptance and testing. Manage the Non-Conformance Report (NCR) process, including investigation, corrective actions and lessons learned. Monitor subcontractor quality performance and ensure compliance with project requirements. Assure that products built off-site are delivered to the required design and standard by carrying out and/or co-ordinating pre-delivery quality inspections and witness testing as identified in the project plan. As requested, or as required by risk assessment attend project rehearsals, fit for assemblies, and good to go meetings to ensure Assurance and Quality is diligently covered and risk adequately planned for and mitigated Documentation & Records Maintain quality records, including: Inspection reports Material approvals Test certificates As-built documentation Ensure quality documentation is correctly managed within the project document control system (e.g., CEMAR, Aconex, etc.). Stakeholder Management Interface with the client, consultants and regulatory bodies regarding quality assurance matters. Support project teams in achieving right-first-time delivery. Promote a strong quality culture across the project team and supply chain. Continuous Improvement and Training Analyse quality performance data and implement improvement initiatives. Lead lessons learned and quality improvement workshops. Provide training and guidance to project teams on quality procedures and standards. Ensure project teams are competent and able to delivery the PQMP requirements, include data analysis, process training and system familiarisation. Qualifications Significant experience in large scale projects- within aviation, rail or major infrastructure environments Experience of implementing ISO 9001 compliant quality systems and quality processes all on large multidisciplinary projects Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline Excellent understanding of quality assurance and control processes Ability to work collaboratively across multi-disciplinary project teams Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability Desirable Lead Auditor qualification (ISO 9001) Experience working within NEC contract environment Membership of a professional institution (e.g., CIOB, ICE, CQI) Due to the project location all successful candidates will be required to complete a DBS check, gain airside passes & driving permit alongside additional pre-employment checks.