Group quality engineer

Formed in 1997, ACS Construction Group Ltd is a leading Civil Engineering & Building Contractor; we deliver the complete construction solution through our five dedicated business divisions: ACS Construction, ACS Developments, ACS Contracting, ACS Energy and ACS Groundworks.

ACS is a people-first business. We work hard, invest in our people and treat them well. In return, our team has a strong work ethic and does whatever it takes to deliver projects that exceed our clients’ expectations.

We are continuing to grow, and as a result are looking for an site engineer to support us to reach our ambitions.

The group provides several services to a variety of sectors including the energy and renewable energy sectors, education, commercial/industrial, government, utilities/infrastructure and leisure.

We have an enviable reputation of providing safe and responsible building and civil engineering services, achieving project completion within budget and to the highest standards of quality.

Key Tasks, Duties and Accountabilities

The Group Quality Engineer is responsible for overseeing quality assurance and compliance across projects to ensure works are delivered in accordance with client specifications, contract requirements, industry standards and the company’s ISO 9001 Management System.

Key duties include developing Project Quality Plans, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), carrying out inspections, audits and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), and supporting site teams with quality control processes and documentation.

The role also involves managing QA records and digital systems such as Field View, overseeing nonconformance and corrective action processes, liaising with clients on quality matters, producing progress and board reports, and promoting a right first-time and continual improvement culture throughout the business.

What you will be responsible for?

Quality Management and Compliance:

• Develop Project Quality Plans and QA documentation in compliance with client specifications and contract requirements
• Carry out quality inspections and audits
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs)
• Produce monthly progress reports for clients
• Submit a monthly report to Board

Inspection & Testing:

• Develop, implement, and maintain Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
• Support site teams with on-site inspections to ensure compliance with specifications
• Ensure Inspection & Test Checks (ITCs) are completed accurately and in a timely manner

Documentation & Records:

• Manage the rollout of Field View for digitalised QA records, snagging and defect management
• Oversee maintenance of QA record keeping, digital or otherwise, as specified by clients. This includes oversight of concrete placement records, and cube report registers

Nonconformance:

• Assist with raising and managing nonconformances and snags
• Support root cause analysis
• Monitor corrective actions to close‑out
• Client Engagement:
• Liaise with the Clients representative for all quality related matters
• Attend site meetings and offer quality support
• Promote right first-time culture
• Support lessons learned and KPI reporting
• Assist with the implementation, maintenance and improvement of the company’s ISO 9001 Management System

Job Skills, Experience, Qualifications and Interpersonal Essential Skills

• Experience in quality assurance within engineering
• Able to interpret construction drawings/specifications
• Experience in carrying out quality inspections
• Knowledge of construction, civils or related project environments
• Understanding of ISO 9001 or similar quality systems
• Comfortable working on site and building relationships with delivery teams
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015
• Competent use of and able to lead on Viewpoint Field View software, used for QA records, inspections and snagging/defect management

Location

Cheadle Hulme and travel to UK sites

Line Manager

Contracts Manager

Safety details

• Comply with all company Health, Safety and Environmental procedures and site rules at all times
• Wear appropriate PPE and promote safe working practices during site inspections and audits
• Report hazards and incidents
• Regular travel to construction sites, supplier facilities, and client meetings
• Ability to work within active construction environments
• Use of laptops, tablets, and digital systems for inspections and reporting
• Combination of office-based and site-based working environments
• Frequent interaction with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and operational teams

Whats in it for you?

• Pension scheme and life assurance
• Paid company social events

As an equal opportunities employer, ACS Construction Group is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join ACS.