74 Qa Lead jobs in London

QAQC Lead – Commercial – Central London

Our client is a large and well-established MEP Sub-Contractor operating across the UK, Ireland & Europe. They undertake major Mechanical & Electrical Packages on behalf of Tier:1 main contractors involved in ‘technology’ schemes including Data Centres, Pharmaceutical, Semi-Conductor plants and heavy industrial projects. 

Due to continued growth, our client is now seeking an experienced QAQC Lead to join their team based on a Commercial build in Central London.

Responsibilities

Develop and Enforce MEP Quality Procedures:

Create, implement, and maintain project-specific QA/QC plans, inspection and test plans (ITPs), and quality documentation for mechanical or electrical systems in accordance with construction drawings, specifications, and regulatory standards.

Conduct Site Inspections and Surveillance:

Carry out regular inspections of MEP installations throughout the construction phase to verify compliance with approved designs, ensuring high workmanship standards and flagging any deviations or quality concerns early.

Manage Non-Conformances and Corrective Actions:

Identify, log, and follow up on non-conformances (NCRs) related to MEP works. Coordinate with site teams and subcontractors to close out issues efficiently and prevent recurrence.

Support System Commissioning and Handover:

Oversee quality control activities during pre-commissioning and commissioning phases, ensuring all tests, certifications, and documentation are in place for successful system handover and client acceptance.

Interface with Site Teams and Stakeholders:

Collaborate with construction managers, project engineers, consultants, and the main contractor to align on quality standards and inspection protocols. Attend QA/QC and coordination meetings, providing input to ensure smooth progress of MEP works.

Requirements

Must have relevant degree level qualification or equivalent trades background

Must have 10+ years’ experience in a similar role on Large-scale construction projects

Must have UK Passport or RTW in the UK

Benefits

£80,000 - £100,000 + Benefits

Salter Grange is working with a leading Engineering Contractor who is currently recruiting an MEP QA Lead  who is multi-disciplined in Mechanical and Electrical and ideally has significant experience on high-profile, commercial projects.

The successful MEP  QA Lead  will be joining a growing contractor on an excellent project In London and be part of a highly regarded company well known for its strong Preconstruction Engineering, Project Management capabilities and smooth Project Delivery on a £70 million M&E Package.

MEP  QA Lead  Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the creation, execution, and upkeep of the project Quality Plan and inspection/test plans following the Client's specifications.
li>Interpret and convey the contract Quality requirements to project staff and company functions supporting the project.
• Review, audit, and oversee the Project Quality plan and procedures implementation, working with the Auditing team.
• Manage Project inspection/test programs and associated witness point schedules on a per-system basis.
• Ensure client participation at agreed-upon inspection/witness points per the project contract and handover schedule.
• Manage the resolution of Quality-related matters at the Project Management Team and project supervisor levels.
• Coordinate the handover of all Quality Records to the Client on a system-by-system basis.

MEP  QA Lead  Requirements:

< i>Roughly 3 -7 years of experience in a similar QA Construction role
• Prior experience working on large commercial construction projects
• Prior experience working for a general contractor is ideal

If you are a QA Lead  looking to speed up your career and join a reputable company that offers a clear progression path within the construction sector, apply with your updated CV to the link provided or get in contact with Julia at (phone number removed).

Salter Grange is working with a leading Engineering Contractor who is currently recruiting an MEP QA Lead  who is multi-disciplined in Mechanical and Electrical and ideally has significant experience on high-profile, commercial projects.

The successful MEP  QA Lead  will be joining a growing contractor on an excellent project In London and be part of a highly regarded company well known for its strong Preconstruction Engineering, Project Management capabilities and smooth Project Delivery on a £70 million M&E Package.

MEP  QA Lead  Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the creation, execution, and upkeep of the project Quality Plan and inspection/test plans following the Client's specifications.
li>Interpret and convey the contract Quality requirements to project staff and company functions supporting the project.
• Review, audit, and oversee the Project Quality plan and procedures implementation, working with the Auditing team.
• Manage Project inspection/test programs and associated witness point schedules on a per-system basis.
• Ensure client participation at agreed-upon inspection/witness points per the project contract and handover schedule.
• Manage the resolution of Quality-related matters at the Project Management Team and project supervisor levels.
• Coordinate the handover of all Quality Records to the Client on a system-by-system basis.

MEP  QA Lead  Requirements:

< i>Roughly 3 -7 years of experience in a similar QA Construction role
• Prior experience working on large commercial construction projects
• Prior experience working for a general contractor is ideal

If you are a QA Lead  looking to speed up your career and join a reputable company that offers a clear progression path within the construction sector, apply with your updated CV to the link provided or get in contact with Julia at (phone number removed).

QA/QC Lead Opportunity - Hyperscale Data Centre - Leading M&E/Main Contractor

MK Search are working closely with a leading M&E contractor who are currently operating as principal contractor on a 1bnhyperscale data centre in Hertfordshire, they are looking to engage with an experienced QA/QC Lead to join the project for the remaining 8-12 months.

The company in question have a turnover of c. 350m and have a strong reputation in the commercial, data centre, life sciences and pharmaceutical construction sectors and have recently won an influx of major projects across the UK, Ireland and Europe.

Responsibilities:

• To coordinate the establishment, implementation and maintenance of the project Quality Plan and system inspection and test plans in line the client's specifications.
• To interpret and communicate the contract quality requirements to the project staff and company business functions supporting the project.
• Provide guidance on the implementation requirements.
• To coordinate with the client on all quality related issues to ensure a consistent approach to client relationships and to investigate customer queries and complaints.
• To review, audit and monitor the implementation of the Project Quality plan and procedures and liaise with the auditing team.
• To coordinate the establishment, implementation and, maintenance of the project inspection and test programs and associated witness point(s) time schedule on a system-by-system basis.
• To manage the client'sattendance at the agreed inspection and/or witness points in accordance with the project contract and handover programme.
• To coordinate the resolution of all matters pertaining to quality at the project management team and project supervisor levels.
• To coordinate the handover of all quality records to the client on a system-by-system basis.
• To promote good quality through team training sessions and benchmark activities.
• Implement a structured approach towards systems handover / project completion.
• Effect good communication with package owners and the quality team.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Data centre experience.
• Relevant site certifications up to date.
• Right to work in the UK.

Please apply if you would like to find out more.

QA/QC Lead Opportunity - Hyperscale Data Centre - Leading M&E/Main Contractor

MK Search are working closely with a leading M&E contractor who are currently operating as principal contractor on a 1bnhyperscale data centre in Hertfordshire, they are looking to engage with an experienced QA/QC Lead to join the project for the remaining 8-12 months.

The company in question have a turnover of c. 350m and have a strong reputation in the commercial, data centre, life sciences and pharmaceutical construction sectors and have recently won an influx of major projects across the UK, Ireland and Europe.

Responsibilities:

• To coordinate the establishment, implementation and maintenance of the project Quality Plan and system inspection and test plans in line the client's specifications.
• To interpret and communicate the contract quality requirements to the project staff and company business functions supporting the project.
• Provide guidance on the implementation requirements.
• To coordinate with the client on all quality related issues to ensure a consistent approach to client relationships and to investigate customer queries and complaints.
• To review, audit and monitor the implementation of the Project Quality plan and procedures and liaise with the auditing team.
• To coordinate the establishment, implementation and, maintenance of the project inspection and test programs and associated witness point(s) time schedule on a system-by-system basis.
• To manage the client'sattendance at the agreed inspection and/or witness points in accordance with the project contract and handover programme.
• To coordinate the resolution of all matters pertaining to quality at the project management team and project supervisor levels.
• To coordinate the handover of all quality records to the client on a system-by-system basis.
• To promote good quality through team training sessions and benchmark activities.
• Implement a structured approach towards systems handover / project completion.
• Effect good communication with package owners and the quality team.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Data centre experience.
• Relevant site certifications up to date.
• Right to work in the UK.

Please apply if you would like to find out more.

• Understand and apply relevant standards and codes of practice so that Bakkavr, Customer, BRC and legal requirements are achieved and maintained.
• To ensure that the requirements of HACCP are implemented, maintained and achieved. Involvement in the evaluation of risks and defining controls, prior to the introduction of a new process, product or raw material.
• Understands, implements and reviews quality management systems associated with the production of food to the agreed safety and quality standards.
• Implement, maintain and review an audit system to ensure that critical procedures for product safety, legality and quality are in place and complied with. In addition review all internal findings, identify trends and implement appropriate preventative measures.
• Supports the Technical Manager & the business with management of audits, hosting audits as appropriate. Manages response & close out of non-conformance reports from audits as required.
• Effectively communicates with internal and external customers suppliers and production teams to ensure all the Technical needs of the business are met. Deputise for the Technical Manager in their absence
• Manages the training & development requirements of the Technical team and ensures that direct reports are properly equipped to undertake their roles.
• Manage the QA team & is responsible for its activity. Recruit and retain the right calibre of people. Lead, motivate and inspire the Quality team in line with Bakkavr Values to achieve personal development, continuous improvement
• Generate technical business KPI information, communicate, trend and highlight issues. Develop and agree action plans and through Continuous Improvement drive the business forward.
• Provides practical support and drive to promote a Quality Assurance culture in the Business.
• Ensures that a safe working environment exists for all employees within the QA team and that as a minimum the standards set out in the H&S manual are met.

• Life Assurance (2.5 x salary)
• Private medical insurance
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays as standard (may vary by role)
• Staff Shop
• Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• Discount & cashback platform
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Free health check
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A range of voluntary benefits (holiday purchase scheme, additional life assurance, dental & hospital cash plans)
• Salary sacrifice car lease scheme
• Free independent mortgage advice
• Discounted tutoring for children
• Access to financial learning tools and affordable loans via your salary
• Free car parking - Site dependant

• Administer, action and monitor the project quality control plan in coordination with the Quality Control Manager, the Project Manager and the client’s requirements
• Create, update and maintain the project submittal log and all other project specific quality control reports
• Enforce project quality control plans and associated standards
• Review submittals for conformance with project specifications by direct review and by leveraging the knowledge and experience of others in the project team when necessary
• Maintain continuous presence at the site during progress of the work
• Provide written QC reports that reinforce activities that are being constructed in conformance with each specific project's established standard and constructively confronts non-conformances to produce the desired outcome in a timely manner
• Document and distribute QA punch lists and the completion of these lists
• Responsible for maintaining QA procedures on site and keeping all relevant records, files and reports for inspections
• Assisting individuals on site in respect of QA procedures that were set up and are to be followed, monitoring their work and bring up the standards where necessary
• Attend preconstruction meetings where required and assist QC Manager with all Quality Issues
• Document such meetings in QC report
• Assist Project Team with any QA question(s)
• Maintain continuous reporting to QC Manager and Project Manager
• Assist with relevant project needs where necessary 
• Confront non-conformances to produce the desired outcome in a timely manner
• Prepare and track all RFI’s and DCVR’s for submission to the client and the designer
• Attend preconstruction meetings with new and existing subcontractors prior to the start of each new phase of the work to discuss issues that affect quality
• Maintains the project "as-built" drawings on a daily basis
• Schedule, document the results of, and maintain a log of all code and independent inspections that are required
• Clearly document, correct and re-inspect all non-conformances prior to completing the work
• Document final inspections

M&E QA Manager
City of London
Contract

1st Step Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced M&E QA Manager in London. The ideal candidate must have previous commercial experience with a Tier 1 M&E Contractor.

In this role you will manage the safety, technical standard and quality of works undertaken within the business unit/site, including design and drawing reviews, supports and fixings, and adherence to the quality control management system.

Duties:
- Demonstrate appropriate health and safety awareness, ensuring the safety first and foremost is visible and alive through all project activities.
- Undertake factory testing of major items of plant and equipment, reporting defective materials and ensuring corrective action.
- Manage cross departmental risk mitigation processes and procedures.
- In conjunction with project management, ensure all operatives hold the necessary qualifications and competencies.
- Ensure manufacturers training is undertaken on site before installation.
- Maintain and manage local records where required and promote best practice.
- Ensure notifications from SHE and central engineering are disseminated to all operations teams.
- Carry out tool box talks and presentations as required.
- Review and comment on work-in progress design drawings to ensure accurate and incorporated.
- Ensure the inspection and test plan is produced, maintained and monitored to comply with industry standards/legislation.
- Ensure appropriate test records and certifications are produced and test equipment is suitably calibrated and certified.
- Undertake regular site inspections and produce site specific QC audit reports, highlighting non-compliance, quality defects and trends.
- Ensure commissioning activities are carried out in accordance with legislation.
- Ensure all snag defects have been completed as required by the main contractor.

Requirements:
--Hold a current CSCS Skilled card in mechanical or electrical trade.
- SMSTS/SMSTS.
- Experience on working on large commercial projects.