Your new company Hays Belfast are delighted to be partnering with one of Northern Ireland's most respected Civil Engineering contractors as they look to strengthen their project delivery team with the appointment of a Quality Manager. This Tier 1 organisation has built an exceptional reputation for delivering large-scale infrastructure schemes across the UK & Ireland, consistently setting industry benchmarks for quality, innovation and technical excellence. Joining this forward-thinking contractor will offer you the opportunity to work on transformative projects, benefit from a strong career development pathway, and contribute to engineering solutions that positively impact communities and regional connectivity. Your new employer is committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement and professional growth. You will be joining a dynamic team that values high standards, encourages new ideas, and takes pride in delivering projects that stand the test of time. Your new role As a Quality Manager, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the successful delivery of a major multimillion-pound street works programme. This position is central to ensuring that all works meet the highest standards of compliance, performance and documentation throughout the project responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Supporting the Project/Framework Manager to ensure management system processes are fully established and maintained Planning and conducting surveillance checks and audits, including supplier audits Providing guidance and review on Quality Plans, ITPs, Work Procedures, Material Approvals and Handover documentation Acting as the subject matter expert on quality requirements, specifications and standards Supporting the development and implementation of the Integrated Quality Management System Delivering quality training and coaching to project teams Identifying non-conformances and ensuring corrective and preventive actions are implemented Intervening and pausing works where quality is at risk, escalating issues appropriately Reporting on management system performance, improvement opportunities and required changes Representing the quality function at internal, supplier and client meetings Reviewing and updating Quality Management System documents throughout the project lifecycle What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will bring: Strong knowledge of the construction industry with proven experience in Quality Management Experience working in a similar quality-focused role Excellent communication and organisational skills Ability to prioritise workload and meet strict deadlines Strong attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office A collaborative, team-focused approach You will ideally be South Down based or within a commutable distance to border regions. What you'll get in return This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a major infrastructure programme forming part of a wider investment valued at over £1 billion. With a project lifecycle spanning several years, you will play a key role in shaping its successful delivery and embedding a culture of quality excellence. In return, you will receive a highly competitive salary and benefits package tailored to your experience. You will also have access to ongoing professional development, structured career progression and the support of an industry-leading team. This is a chance to make a lasting impact on regional infrastructure while advancing your career within a respected and ambitious organisation. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Quality Management Construction Civil Engineering Benefits: Negotiable