Site-Based Quality Engineer – Civil Infrastructure

Site-Based Quality Engineer – Civil Infrastructure

Full-Time 40000 - 50000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Bennett and Game Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support quality across live construction projects and ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Company: Established civil engineering contractor with a focus on quality and growth.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, company vehicle, medical benefits, and generous holiday allowance.
  • Other info: Long-term career progression into Quality Management with varied project exposure.
  • Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact on exciting infrastructure projects.
  • Qualifications: Experience in civil engineering or quality roles, with strong attention to detail.

The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.

Our client, a well-established civil engineering and infrastructure contractor, is currently seeking a Quality Engineer to join their growing team. This is a new position within the business and will work closely with the Group Quality Manager to support quality across live construction and civil engineering projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a Quality Engineer, QA/QC Engineer, Site Engineer or Senior Engineer with strong quality experience to move into a dedicated quality role within a growing contractor.

The successful candidate will be site-based, supporting project teams with inspections, quality records, audits, NCRs, ITPs, documentation, concrete works, subcontractor quality and general compliance with the company’s Quality Management System. This role would suit someone with a background in civil engineering, infrastructure, RC structures, tunnelling, water, highways, groundworks or heavy civils who is looking for long-term progression into Quality Management.

Quality Engineer Salary & Benefits
  • Potential to consider up to £55,000 for a strong civils quality background
  • Company van or car allowance
  • Salary sacrifice on medical, dental and tech purchases
  • 4x death in service
  • Discretionary company bonus
  • Pension: 5% company contribution and 4% employee contribution
  • 23 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
  • Long-term progression into Quality Management
  • Opportunity to work on varied civil engineering and infrastructure projects
  • Opportunity to support quality across multiple live sites
  • Site-based role with travel as required
  • Working hours aligned with project requirements
  • Working hours between 7am and 7pm, depending on site and business requirements
Quality Engineer Job Overview
  • Support the Group Quality Manager with site-based quality activities across live projects
  • Carry out quality inspections, checks and surveillances across civil engineering and infrastructure sites
  • Assist with the implementation of the company’s Quality Management System on site
  • Support site teams with ITPs, quality plans, inspection records and handover documentation
  • Review site documentation and ensure records are accurate, complete and up to date
  • Assist with internal audits, site audits and supplier/subcontractor quality checks
  • Support the close-out of NCRs, observations and audit actions
  • Help identify root causes of quality issues and support corrective/preventative actions
  • Monitor quality performance and feed information back to the Group Quality Manager
  • Support concrete works, pre-pour checks and post-pour checks where required
  • Assist with tracking test results, quality records, as-builts and O&M information
  • Work closely with site engineers, project managers, supervisors and subcontractors
  • Ensure works are completed in line with drawings, specifications and client requirements
  • Support site teams in achieving right-first-time delivery and zero-defect handover
  • Promote quality awareness and best practice across project teams
  • Travel between sites as required to support project delivery
Quality Engineer Job Requirements
  • Previous experience as a Quality Engineer, QA/QC Engineer, Site Engineer, Senior Engineer or Assistant Quality Manager
  • Background in civil engineering, infrastructure, heavy civils, RC structures, tunnelling, water, highways or groundworks
  • Strong understanding of site quality processes, inspections, ITPs, NCRs and quality documentation
  • Experience working with drawings, specifications, test records and handover documentation
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001 and construction quality systems would be advantageous
  • Experience with concrete works, pre-pour checks, post-pour checks or structural works would be beneficial
  • Good IT skills, including MS Word and Excel
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
  • Confident communicating with site teams, subcontractors and management
  • CSCS card preferred
  • Engineering qualification or relevant construction background desirable
  • Full UK driving licence required

Site-Based Quality Engineer – Civil Infrastructure employer: Bennett and Game Recruitment

Join a well-established civil engineering and infrastructure contractor that prioritises quality and employee development. With competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including a company vehicle or allowance, and opportunities for long-term progression into Quality Management, this site-based role in Grays offers a dynamic work environment where you can contribute to diverse projects while enhancing your skills and career trajectory.

Bennett and Game Recruitment

Contact Details:

Bennett and Game Recruitment Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Site-Based Quality Engineer – Civil Infrastructure

Quality Inspections
Quality Management System
ITPs (Inspection Test Plans)
NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports)
Documentation Management
Concrete Works
Internal Audits