Head of Quality - Construction

Position: Head of Quality - Construction (Permanent)
Location: Epping Forest

Head of Quality – Construction (Social Housing)

We are seeking an experienced Head of Quality to lead and drive quality, environmental, and energy management standards across our growing portfolio of new build and refurbishment social housing projects.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for embedding a culture of quality and compliance, ensuring regulatory adherence, reducing defects, and delivering “right first time” outcomes across all projects.

The Role

Lead and develop the company’s integrated management systems (IMS) covering:

ISO Quality)

ISOEnvironmental Management)

ISOEnergy Management)

Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, NHBC (or equivalent), and client standards

Oversee internal and external audit programmes

Drive defect reduction, environmental performance, and energy efficiency improvements

Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventative actions

Act as senior lead with housing associations, local authorities, and certification bodies

Support operational and pre-construction teams with compliance and sustainability input

Build, mentor, and develop the quality/compliance team

About You

Senior quality leadership experience within construction

Strong background in social housing (new build & refurbishment)

Proven experience managing ISO 9001, 14001, and systems

Strong understanding of Building Regulations, warranty standards, and compliance frameworks

Track record of improving quality performance and reducing defects

Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills

Lead Auditor qualification (desirable)

MCIOB or equivalent (desirable)