Project Quality Assurance Manager

About the Role

EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high-speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. We are seeking to recruit a Project Quality Assurance Manager based in Milton Keynes.

In this role you will lead and manage all aspects of the Quality Team, including the Deputy Project Quality Assurance Manager, Quality Assurance Engineers, and Administrators (recruitment, training and mentoring). You will promote understanding of the principles and importance of self‑assurance within the Construction Delivery Team, challenge quality requirements, work with other functions regarding programme constraints and effective methods of delivery, and develop and utilise relationships with client representatives and internal stakeholders to influence the Quality Strategy.

You will actively influence strategy where clear requirements exist from the business or client.

You will understand quality issues and work instrumentally in finding solutions with the Construction Delivery team and subject matter experts. You will implement IT systems to manage all relevant quality documentation and records, be responsible for the operation of the non‑conformance and product defect system (root cause analysis, cost analysis), and collaborate with the Construction Delivery Teams to plan for product realisation through inspection and test plans, Work Package plans, etc.

Additionally, you will devise and implement a training programme for quality and non‑quality professionals, promote continuous improvement of standards, practices and procedures in the Business Management System, and communicate its benefits and knowledge to relevant Parent Company colleagues. You will carry out strategic internal audits, third‑party audits and other quality surveillance activities as required, prepare and collate KPI data for trend analysis and monthly reporting for the client, and support the PgQAM in delivering the Quality Strategy while encouraging and promoting the “Speak Up”, “Choices” and “Right First Time” initiatives.

• Experience managing Quality teams in a construction environment with rail infrastructure experience preferred.
• Recognised Quality related qualification.
• Membership of the CQI (or equivalent profession).
• Internal Auditor (ISO 9001 preferred).
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple and conflicting priorities.
• Excellent communication and engagement skills.
• CSCS Card holder.
• Full UK driving licence.

EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market‑leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies:
Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction, and BAM Nuttall. All partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high‑speed rail projects.

We are committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities, protecting the environment and being a good neighbour.

If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward‑thinking culture, please apply today. We offer a competitive salary and benefits.

EKFB will undertake the relevant employment checks if you are successful in the selection process, including references, , driving licence and right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre‑employment checks. BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of the onboarding process).

We are committed to inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Please contact us if any additional support is required to make an application.

Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.