Quality Engineer

This role will see you working closely with project delivery teams, subcontractors, designers, and client representatives to ensure quality requirements are effectively implemented, monitored, and evidenced throughout the construction lifecycle.

Reporting to the Project Quality Manager, you will play a key role in driving quality assurance, inspection and testing, commissioning, handover, and completions activities, ensuring that all quality records and assurance documentation are maintained to support successful project delivery and asset handover to the client.

• Support the implementation and maintenance of project-specific Quality Management Plans and quality procedures.
• Review and manage Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), inspection records, quality check sheets, test certificates, and commissioning documentation.
• Ensure subcontractors understand and comply with contractual quality requirements and project specifications.
• Monitor compliance with client standards, project specifications, company procedures, and ISO 9001 requirements.
• Undertake quality audits, inspections, surveillance activities, and site assurance reviews.
• Manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), corrective actions, root cause investigations, and lessons learned activities.
• Verify that inspection, testing, commissioning, and certification activities are completed and adequately documented.
• Drive the progressive collation, review, and acceptance of quality records to support phased handover and project completion.
• Liaise with client representatives, consultants, supervisors, and subcontractors regarding quality assurance and technical compliance requirements.
• Support the preparation and review of handover dossiers, Asset Information requirements, O&M documentation, test packs, and certification records.
• Maintain accurate quality records and reporting using project document management systems.
• Promote a culture of right-first-time delivery, continuous improvement, and quality excellence across the project.

• Previous experience as a Quality Engineer within construction, aviation, infrastructure, MEP, or major project environments.
• Strong understanding of Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), quality assurance processes, and construction quality management.
• Experience reviewing inspections, testing records, commissioning documentation, and handover packages.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Experience conducting audits and managing NCRs and corrective actions.
• Strong document control and quality record management skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with project teams, subcontractors, and clients.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and electronic document management systems.
• Airport, rail, infrastructure, or major project experience.
• Experience with commissioning, completions, and asset handover processes.

Here at Farrans we build, we transform, and we connect. Making a positive difference to the communities in which we operate is our passion and we place social responsibility at the heart of every scheme.

The projects we deliver have an important role in the everyday lives of people in the UK & Ireland. We are committed to making a positive impact on the environment and strive for sustainability in all we do.

Our culture is one of transparency, equality and encouragement, where questions are welcomed, learning never stops and access to support is provided.

Farrans are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all. Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know.

When you come to Farrans, you can make a big impact. We love enthusiasm, new ideas and innovation. Your well-being is our priority.

Our people are our greatest asset, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you to achieve your full potential.

Our career development opportunities provide you with a clear progression pathway, advanced education in your core subjects as well as management and leadership opportunities to excel quickly.

We understand the importance of work life balance. We offer flexible working hours (where applicable) and generous leave policies to help you maintain a healthy work-life integration.

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