Quality Manager

Quality Manager – Construction * Location: Reading * Project Type: MOD Framework – New Build & Refurbishment * Duration: Temporary to Permanent * Rate: Up to £350 per day We are working with a leading Main Contractor delivering a long-term MOD framework in Reading, offering a secure pipeline of work for a minimum of 3 years, with potential for further extension. The project comprises a combination of new build and refurbishment schemes, forming part of a wider defence infrastructure programme. The new build elements will include a variety of structures such as office buildings, training facilities, storage units, and ancillary buildings, constructed using a mix of steel frame and reinforced concrete (RC) frame construction methods. Refurbishment works will involve upgrades to existing MOD facilities, including internal reconfigurations, M&E enhancements, and fabric repairs within live operational environments. Security Clearance Required Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be eligible to undergo security vetting Key Responsibilities: * Develop and manage project-specific Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) plans in line with MOD standards * Implement and monitor quality procedures throughout the project lifecycle * Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and surveillance checks to ensure compliance with specifications and standards * Manage Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), ensuring all work is properly documented and traceable * Collaborate with construction, design, and commercial teams to ensure quality is embedded from pre-construction through to handover * Report non-conformances, manage root cause analysis, and drive continuous improvement * Ensure all quality records and documentation are properly compiled, maintained, and handed over Requirements: * Proven experience as a QA/QC Manager on major construction projects, ideally within MOD or similarly regulated environments * Strong working knowledge of quality management systems, ITPs, and industry standards * Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to compliance and improvement * Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to influence project teams * Relevant qualifications in Quality Management or Engineering preferred * Eligibility for security clearance is essential What’s on Offer: * Long-term opportunity on a secure MOD framework project * Temporary to permanent pathway with a respected main contractor * Work on technically challenging and high-profile infrastructure schemes * Opportunity to shape quality culture and standards across a multi-year framework To apply for this role please send your CV through the portal or get in contact with Sam Marsden at Falcon Green directly