QA/QC Manager

About the Job

We are a world leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification (TIC) , delivering high quality services to help clients meet the growing challenges of quality, safety, environmental protection and social responsibility. Position Purpose Lead the development, implementation and monitoring of the Structural QA/QC Management System, Manage the full-time on-site QA/QC oversight of structural works for the project and stakeholders’ management. The role provides independent quality governance on behalf of Bureau Veritas, manages the on-site QA/QC team, ensures consistent application of approved procedures, inspection and testing requirements, records, reporting and corrective-action processes across all structural activities. Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, or a related structural/construction discipline. ISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualification and/or formal Quality Management System training. Minimum 15 years of relevant construction/engineering experience, including at least 10 years in QA/QC and 5 years in a lead role. Proven experience establishing, implementing and monitoring project-wide QMS arrangements on major high-rise (30 floors and more) or multi-package developments. Strong experience with ITPs, audits, NCR management, handover and contractor/supplier quality control. Experience in managing quality interfaces between clients, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and testing laboratories. Previous experience in Iraq or the wider Middle East is preferred. Strong knowledge of reinforced concrete, structural steel, waterproofing, façade systems, and construction quality assurance practices. Key Responsibilities Develop, implement and maintain the Project’s Structural QA/QC Quality Management System and Project Structural Quality Plan in line with ISO 9001 principles, contract requirements and project specifications. Prepare and control quality procedures, forms, registers, reporting templates and quality dashboards. Coordinate the preparation and review of structural Inspections and Test Plans, checklists, acceptance criteria and hold/witness points. Establish clear project objectives, milestones, and deliverables for the QA/QC scope. Coordinate with the Client and stakeholders on quality matters and project requirements. Establish and monitor processes for technical submittals, material approvals, Work Inspection Requests, Material Inspection Requests, method statements and testing records. Manage non-conformities, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, concessions, reinspection and closure; report trends and recurring issues. Plan and lead quality audits of contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, laboratories and consultants, and verify closure of findings. Review of contractor, consultant and subcontractor quality plans, staffing arrangements and competency of personnel. Establish quality KPIs and review weekly/monthly reports covering inspections, NCRs, testing, audits, submittals, risks and handover readiness. Facilitate formal project close-out and acceptance of deliverables. Supervise and coordinate the Senior Civil QA/QC Engineer, Civil QA/QC Engineers, and Document Controller, and manage allocation of resources across the project. SHAPING A WORLD OF TRUST - WHAT WE VALUE AT BV We create trust between businesses and we are committed to cultivating an open and inclusive environment wherever we operate and so do our employees. Being part of the BV family is more than just working, it’s being convinced that you will leave your mark…. in shaping a world of trust.