Job Description

We are currently looking to recruit a Senior Quality Engineer to support the Balfour Beatty Vinci joint venture for the HS2 project in Birmingham. The Senior Quality Engineer will oversee a team responsible for implementing the BBV Way quality management system, which governs how BBV plan, manage and discharges its assurance obligations

The joint venture will deliver a world class railway in accordance with customer and stakeholder requirements and commitments, including verification activities to demonstrate compliance.
What you'll be doing

• Advise on the preparation of project quality documents and ensure these documents are prepared by competent people and that they are reviewed and revised as necessary e.g. IPTs
• Utilize systems and processes for the management and control of site information, data, design and construction related documentation and records
• Review subcontractors and other supplier’s assurance and provide guidance and training to construction team to deliver this approach
• Working with design teams to ensure the coordination of interfaces with Statutory Undertakers, Network Rail, Rail Systems contractors, Enabling Works contractors and Others
• Supporting the construction teams establish test and inspection plans for review and acceptance prior to construction activities being undertaken
• Maintaining a close working relationship with project team to ensure the incorporation of build ability and maintainability, whole life value, sustainability and safety requirements in design, construction, operations and maintenance
• Regularly audit the project against the defined quality and assurance arrangements, including field auditing of production teams. Report on the results of surveillance and audit
• Report against quality performance KPIs. Analyzing their results and reporting causes of failure to project management.
• Manage the non-conformance process and communicate lessons learned

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Proven track record of overseeing a team. Qualified to Diploma level/Degree level or similar equivalent. Lead Auditor Qualification for ISO 9001. Experience in managing quality and assurance in a complex multi-disciplinary environment. Highly developed communication and influencing skills. Relevant Construction Industry experience.