Your newpany
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 impactmunities and regional connectivity.
Your new employer ismitted 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 ofpliance, performance and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
1. Supporting the Project/Framework Manager to ensure management system processes are fully established and maintained
2. Planning and conducting surveillance checks and audits, including supplier audits
3. Providing guidance and review on Quality Plans, ITPs, Work Procedures, Material Approvals and Handover documentation
4. Acting as the subject matter expert on quality requirements, specifications and standards
5. Supporting the development and implementation of the Integrated Quality Management System
6. Delivering quality training and coaching to project teams
7. Identifying non-conformances and ensuring corrective and preventive actions are implemented
8. Intervening and pausing works where quality is at risk, escalating issues appropriately
9. Reporting on management system performance, improvement opportunities and required changes
10. Representing the quality function at internal, supplier and client meetings
11. 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:
12. Strong knowledge of the construction industry with proven experience in Quality Management
13. Experience working in a similar quality-focused role
14. Excellentmunication and organisational skills
15. Ability to prioritise workload and meet strict deadlines
16. Strong attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office
17. A collaborative, team-focused approach
You will ideally be South Down based or within amutable 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 highlypetitive 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.