We are looking for a motivated and ambitious Project Quality Manager to join our team on the Metrowest 1b framework with Network Rail, a 24‑month programme delivering a range of high‑profile schemes. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to further develop their expertise and take on increasing levels of responsibility within a dynamic project environment.
Responsibilities
* Ensure consistent implementation of the Quality Policy across projects and business units.
* Support and contribute to project start‑up, pre‑contract, and pre‑start meetings, providing quality leadership and guidance to line managers and project teams.
* Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Integrated Management System (IMS).
* Support line managers and project teams in applying IMS and meeting client‑specific requirements.
* Develop and deliver quality awareness training for employees and contractors.
* Lead and undertake audits, inspections, and investigations, implementing corrective actions and lessons learned.
* Drive effective root cause analysis and continuous improvement following non‑conformances.
* Ensure Quality Plans and Inspection & Test Plans are developed and implemented to meet client requirements.
* Monitor compliance with internal processes and provide coaching to achieve “right first time” delivery.
* Report accurately on quality performance, trends, and improvement actions.
* Consult with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to promote best practice quality solutions.
* Promote and embed standards in line with the Quality ABC approach and Perfect Delivery philosophy across projects and business units.
Qualifications
* Previous experience in civils engineering.
* Good IT skills.
* Technical authoring experience is preferred.
* Preference for previous experience in Network Rail projects and understanding of NR Standards/Process.
* MCQI (must have).
* Lead auditor (must have) with experience in offsite factory auditing (strong preference).
* Initiative‑taking self‑starter, able to work independently.
* Able to lead a project, develop a strong Quality culture, positively influence a project team.
* Be commercially aware.
* Rail experience desirable.
Company Overview
Morgan Sindall helps the UK rail network by providing renewed and enhanced rail infrastructure with minimal passenger disruption. Our customers receive a multi‑disciplined service covering electrification, power supply, tunnelling and a full range of civil engineering and building capabilities including structures, lineside infrastructure, and station enhancements. These are complemented by track and signalling works from our supply chain partners to provide a complete rail offering.
Our expertise is focused not only on effective delivery of projects within a railway environment, but also on minimising disruption for railway users through the adoption of innovative working practices and techniques. These include ‘live launch’ bridge construction, in which we can install bridges while allowing railways beneath to remain operational.
From landmark station refurbishment projects and platform extensions to tunnelling works and bridge launches, we have a record of delivering rail projects that are helping to provide a rail network fit for the 21st century.
Morgan Sindall is an equal opportunities employer and has been accredited with the Positive About Disabled People ‘Two Ticks’ accreditation. We are also an Investors in People company.
Benefits
* Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days.
* Flexible and adaptable working.
* Family‑friendly policies and work/life approach.
* Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support.
* Contributory pension scheme.
* Annual bonus scheme.
* Recognition scheme and long service awards.
* Car scheme and private medical insurance (if applicable to role).
* Option to participate in share‑save scheme.
* Discounts including cycle‑to‑work and gym membership.
* A support and advice service for colleagues and their families.
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