Job Description
Summary of Position
The post holder will be joining an experienced, specialist new build housing construction contractor, who have a strong pipeline of projects. Capitalising on their growing reputation, expanding client base and strong position, in the development of multi-family high-rise properties through to single family living
As the business expands and the need for ensuring compliance grows, it has been identified that a dedicated role focusing on Construction Quality is essential.
Primary Responsibilities
* Implement an ISO accredited quality management system within our high rise/mixed use and residential business units
* Ensure that the company fulfils its obligations with regards to building control, building warranty providers, mortgage lenders and building safety regulator
* Ensure that projects maintain the golden thread of information.
* Manage Quality KPIs and monitor trends in order to advise on common issues.
* Audit implementation of the electronic QA system and provide monthly reports to operations and board directors
* Work with the site teams in the development of Project Quality Plans and Package Inspection and test plans
* Promote a right first-time culture on site to prevent delays, re-work, and re-visits.
* Maintain own CPD with knowledge an awareness of current material and construction legislation & research.
* Keep up to date with the latest technological advances, giving recommendations or warnings as appropriate.
* Deliver CPD sessions and Quality Toolbox talks to site teams.
Experience
* Experience in high rise / commercial construction as well as housebuilding (essential)
* Significant work experience within the construction industry in Site management or similar QA role.
* Knowledge of both low rise traditional housing and Highrise projects.
* Use of the Aconex Field or similar electronic Quality Management software
* Experience overseeing quality within a Construction Mortgage Lending (CML)
Qualifications
Qualifications & Training
* Construction related degree or diploma. (preferred not essential)
* Professional membership of (MCIOB/MCABE/MICWCI). (preferred not essential)
* Relevant Construction Skills Certificate Card
* Proficient in Microsoft office
* Valid UK driving Licence.
Additional Information
Qualities
* Excellent communication skills, oral and written.
* Positive, self-motivated, and able to work autonomously/remotely on several projects at once.
* Ability to monitor and check works or information and plan time and resources efficiently even under the pressure of multiple demands.
* Able to build good relationships at all levels, externally and internally.