At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage quality assurance and documentation for mechanical pipefitting installations on major infrastructure projects.
- Company: Join a leading firm in West London focused on high-profile rail infrastructure.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, long-term contract until December 2027, and outside IR35 engagement.
- Other info: Five-day site-based role with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Take ownership of QA processes and make a real impact on significant infrastructure developments.
- Qualifications: Experience in mechanical QA or construction management with strong documentation skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Are you a Mechanical QA Engineer or Mechanical Construction Manager with strong experience managing the quality and documentation side of mechanical pipefitting installations? Do you have experience producing, reviewing, and managing QA documentation, ITPs, inspection records, and handover packs on major infrastructure?
Location: West London (5 Days Site Based)
Rate: £350 - £450 per day (Outside IR35)
Contract: Until December 2027
Start Date: ASAP
Looking for a long-term contract where you can take ownership of the mechanical quality assurance process from installation through to final handover? This is an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Quality Assurance Engineer / Mechanical Construction Manager to support a major rail infrastructure programme in West London. Working within a live operational environment, you will play a key role in ensuring all mechanical and pipefitting works are fully documented, inspected, and handed over in accordance with project specifications, client standards, and regulatory requirements.
The role is heavily focused on quality assurance, inspection management, and documentation control, making it ideal for someone with a strong mechanical background who is equally comfortable working with site teams and managing detailed QA records and compliance documentation.
Where you will add value:
- Managing ITPs, inspection records, test packs, and mechanical QA documentation
- Reviewing pipefitting and mechanical installation works against drawings, specifications, and quality requirements
- Producing and maintaining handover dossiers, quality packs, and completion documentation
- Coordinating inspections, witness points, and client sign-offs throughout the installation process
- Recording and tracking non-conformances, corrective actions, and close-out activities
- Supporting weld and pipework quality assurance activities and ensuring full traceability of documentation
- Working closely with construction, commissioning, and engineering teams to ensure documentation is aligned with site progress
- Supporting client audits, quality reviews, and final handover activities
To succeed in this role, you will need:
- Previous experience operating as a Mechanical QA Engineer, Mechanical Quality Engineer, or Mechanical Construction Manager on major infrastructure, industrial, or building services projects
- Strong background in pipefitting, mechanical pipework, and associated installation activities
- Extensive experience managing ITPs, test packs, inspection records, QA documentation, and handover processes
- Good understanding of mechanical installation standards, testing, commissioning, and quality control procedures
Why this contract stands out:
- Long-term contract secured through to December 2027
- Outside IR35 engagement
- Opportunity to work on a major high-profile infrastructure programme in West London
- Strong emphasis on quality, compliance, and documentation management rather than purely site supervision
- Five-day site-based role with a clear project pipeline and immediate interview availability
If you're a Mechanical Quality Assurance Engineer or Mechanical Construction Manager with strong pipefitting and QA documentation experience looking for your next long-term Outside IR35 contract, get in touch for a confidential discussion.
Mechanical QA Engineer employer: Carrington West
Carrington West is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritises employee growth and development. With a strong focus on improving residential environments in Harlow, team members benefit from competitive daily rates and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that positively impact the community. The collaborative culture fosters innovation and supports professional advancement, making it an attractive place for experienced project managers looking to make a difference.
