QA/QC Manager

Our client is a highly regarded specialist contractor delivering complex high-voltage electrical infrastructure, civil engineering, and utility projects across the UK. With a strong reputation for safety, technical excellence, and project delivery, they support a diverse portfolio of power, renewable energy, infrastructure, and network upgrade schemes for major private and public sector clients.

Due to continued growth and an expanding project portfolio, they are seeking an experienced QA/QC Manager to lead quality assurance and quality control activities across the business.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a quality professional who is passionate about driving standards, improving processes, and ensuring project delivery meets the highest levels of compliance and client expectations.

Working across multiple civils and electrical infrastructure projects, you will play a key role in developing, maintaining, and enhancing the company's Quality Management System whilst supporting operational teams throughout the full project lifecycle.

The Role

Reporting directly to senior management, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of quality assurance and quality control across a range of high-profile infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

* Managing and maintaining the company's Quality Management System (QMS)

* Ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 standards and industry best practice

* Developing, implementing, and monitoring Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)

* Leading internal and external quality audits

* Investigating non-conformances and implementing corrective and preventative actions

* Supporting project teams with quality planning, quality documentation, and compliance requirements

* Producing quality reports, audit findings, and KPI metrics for senior management

* Conducting site inspections and quality reviews across active projects

* Liaising with clients, consultants, contractors, and certification bodies

* Promoting a culture of continuous improvement throughout the business

* Supporting bid and tender submissions from a quality and compliance perspective

* Identifying opportunities to improve quality processes and operational efficiencies

Candidate Requirements

We are keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate:

* Previous experience as a QA/QC Manager, Quality Manager, QA Manager, or Senior Quality Advisor

* A strong background within civil engineering, utilities, power, infrastructure, energy, or electrical contracting environments

* Thorough understanding of ISO 9001 standards and Quality Management Systems

* Experience managing audits, NCRs, corrective actions, and quality documentation

* Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving abilities

* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

* Ability to support multiple projects and operational teams simultaneously

* Flexibility to travel to project sites as required

Desirable Experience

* Experience within ICP, DNO, power distribution, transmission, renewable energy, or utility infrastructure projects

* Knowledge of NEC contracts

* HNC, HND, or Degree qualification in Engineering, Construction Management, Quality Management, or a related discipline

* Experience working on high-voltage electrical infrastructure projects

Package

* £70,000 - £80,000 basic salary

* Company car or car allowance

* Company pension scheme

* Generous annual leave entitlement

* Ongoing professional development and training

* Long-term career progression within a growing and financially secure business

Apply Now

If you are an experienced QA/QC professional looking to join a forward-thinking contractor delivering critical infrastructure and power projects across the UK, we would like to hear from you.

To apply or discuss this opportunity in confidence, please submit your CV today or contact James Grant at Hampshire Recruitment Group.

Keywords: QA/QC Manager, Quality Manager, Quality Assurance Manager, Quality Control Manager, ISO 9001, Utilities, Power, HV, Infrastructure, Civil Engineering, Electrical Infrastructure, ICP, DNO, Renewable Energy, Quality Systems, London, South East
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