Quality Engineer

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quality Engineer to join a major infrastructure project. This position is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented quality professional who is passionate about delivering projects right first time and driving a culture of excellence.

Working closely with project teams, designers, subcontractors, and stakeholders, you will play a key role in ensuring quality standards, client requirements, and project procedures are consistently achieved throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and maintenance of project Quality Management Systems.
• Assist in the development and management of Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Conduct internal audits and support supply chain and design partner audits.
• Review subcontractor quality documentation and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and support corrective action close-out.
• Promote a proactive quality culture and defect-free approach across all project activities.
• Support project handover documentation and quality reviews.
• Deliver quality awareness training and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure quality activities align with sustainability and carbon reduction objectives.

About You

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• Experience in a Quality Engineer, Quality Coordinator, or Quality Assurance role.
• Previous exposure to civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities, rail, construction, or similar engineering sectors.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Experience producing and reviewing Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Knowledge of auditing processes and quality assurance practices.
• Experience managing NCRs and driving corrective actions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive approach with strong attention to detail.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Full UK working rights- This role does not offer sponsorship
• HNC, HND or Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Good understanding of:
  • ISO 9001
  • Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
  • NCR Management
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Document Control and Quality Records Management

Desirable

• CQI Quality Practitioner (PCQI)
• CQI Diploma in Quality Management
• IRCA Internal or Lead Auditor Certification
• ISO 14001 Auditor Training
• ISO 45001 Auditor Training
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or above)
• Knowledge of BIM and digital construction processes.

What's on Offer

• Salary package of 41,000 - 50,000.
• 4,500 car allowance.
• Opportunity to work on a major infrastructure development.
• Collaborative project environment with strong opportunities for professional growth.
• Exposure to complex engineering and construction activities.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Interested?

Apply today or contact ERSG for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.