QUALITY MANAGER MANAGER REQUIRED ON PERMANENT BASIS IN WEST MIDLANDS FOR A MAIN CONTRACTOR
A leading Tier 1 contractor is looking to appoint a Quality Manager to support its West Midlands business unit. This is a key strategic role, sitting within the Senior Leadership Team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants real influence across multiple projects, working closely with operational, technical, and pre-construction teams.
The Role
You will take ownership of quality across the region, ensuring projects are delivered in line with business standards, client expectations, and industry regulations.
You’ll act as the central point of expertise, supporting both live projects and tenders, while driving continuous improvement across the business.
* Develop and manage the regional audit programme
* Carry out monthly audits and produce detailed reports
* Analyse trends and implement corrective strategies
* Monitor NCRs and ensure timely close-out
* Lead ISO 9001 / BSI audits and internal compliance reviews
* Review supply chain quality systems
Audits & Compliance
* Develop and manage the regional audit programme
* Carry out monthly audits and produce detailed reports
* Analyse trends and implement corrective strategies
* Monitor NCRs and ensure timely close-out
* Lead ISO 9001 / BSI audits and internal compliance reviews
* Review supply chain quality systems
Technical Support (Pre-Construction & Delivery)
* Provide technical input on tenders and live projects (envelope, waterproofing, fire, BREEAM, etc.)
* Identify risks and opportunities within design and construction
* Support design team meetings and technical workshops
* Assist site teams with Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
* Carry out site inspections and resolve quality/design issues
* Work closely with subcontractors to ensure compliance and quality standards
Quality Leadership
* Investigate non-conformances and implement root cause solutions
* Deliver training and share lessons learned across teams
* Support continuous improvement within pre-construction and delivery functions
* Represent the business at client and framework quality meetings
About You
* Proven experience in a Quality Manager / Senior QA role within construction
* Strong technical knowledge across key building packages (envelope, fire, waterproofing etc.)
* Experience working for a main contractor on complex projects
* Strong understanding of ISO 9001 / BMS systems
* Confident communicator, able to influence at all levels
* Proactive, detail-driven, and solutions-focused
Why Apply?
* Senior leadership exposure with real regional influence
* Work across a diverse portfolio of major projects
* Join a well-established Tier 1 contractor with a strong reputation
* Opportunity to shape and improve quality processes across the business
Package
* Up to £75,000 + Package
* Flexible / hybrid working approach
* Long-term career progression within a leading contractor
If you are a Quality Manager and are open to an initial chat please do not hesitate to reach out.
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