Quality Assurance Engineer
Listed on 2026-10-16
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Engineering, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers -
Engineering
Quality Engineering, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Department: South West Water
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Peninsula House (South West Water HQ)
Reporting To: Nigel Butler
Compensation: £45,000 - £50,000 / year
DescriptionAs a Site Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining quality assurance and quality control processes across site operations. You will work closely with Project Manager, Site Managers, Construction Teams, Subcontractors, Document Controllers and Designers to ensure works are delivered right first time, ensuring quality records and standards are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities- Support the development, implementation, and continual improvement of project quality plans and inspection test plans (ITPs).
- Conduct site inspections and audits to verify compliance with specifications, drawings, standards, and approved procedures.
- Maintain and review site standards.
- Review and verify quality documentation, including inspection records, test certificates, material approvals, and as-built information.
- Ensure works are completed in accordance with contract requirements, client standards, and regulatory obligations.
- Identify quality issues, non-conformances, and trends, supporting investigations and corrective actions.
- Coordinate quality inspections with site teams and subcontractors.
- Monitor and maintain quality records to support project handover.
- Review subcontractor quality documentation and ensure compliance with project requirements.
- Produce quality reports and KPI data.
- Promote a culture of quality excellence and continuous improvement across project teams.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Previous experience within water, utilities, civil engineering, or infrastructure projects.
- Strong understanding of construction quality management.
- Experience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and technical standards.
- Knowledge of inspection and test plans, quality documentation, and verification processes.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
- Ability to work collaboratively across design, construction, and commissioning teams.
- HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Site Manager Training - SMSTS
- Full UK Driving Licence.
We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.
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