Quality Manager

🔒 Confidential Employer

Posted 8 May 2026

LOCATION

West Midlands

TYPE

Full-time

LEVEL

Mid-Senior level

SALARY

£80,000 / year

SKILLS

Quality Management Auditing ISO 9001 Construction Quality BMS Systems Technical Knowledge (Building Envelope) NCR Management Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)

FULL DESCRIPTION

Quality Manager

Company: [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]
Location: West Midlands
Salary: Up to £80,000 + Package
Work Type: Hybrid
Job Type: Full-time
Experience Level: Mid-Senior level

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.

Key Responsibilities

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

Drive a 'right first time' culture across projects
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 £80,000 + Package. Flexible / hybrid working approach. Long-term career progression within a leading contractor.