GRAHAM Group
Quality Engineer - Civil Engineering - Oxford

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About The Role
JOB TITLE: QUALITY ENGINEER
DIVISION: Civil Engineering
LOCATION: Oxford
CONTRACT: Permanent
BENEFITS: 35 days annual leave, pension scheme, subsidised private medical cover, life assurance, car allowance + more
Job Summary
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Quality Engineer to join our team on a major flood alleviation scheme in Oxford. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a high-profile civil engineering project that will help protect local communities, improve resilience and deliver lasting environmental and infrastructure benefits.
As a Quality Engineer, you'll play a key role in ensuring the project is delivered to the highest standards, supporting compliance with industry regulations, client requirements and project specifications throughout the construction lifecycle. Working closely with project teams and stakeholders, you'll champion quality best practices, drive continuous improvement and help ensure successful project delivery from start to finish.
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career on a complex and rewarding infrastructure project, working alongside experienced industry professionals while making a tangible difference to the communities we serve.
Job Description
The Quality Engineer shall;
- Implement the QA/QC management system at site
- Coordinate with quality inspections with all the site sub-contractors and vendors coordinate all non-destructive testing on site.
- Coordinate with the client’s representative on all quality matters
- Distribute relevant QA/QC documentation to site subcontractors
- Verify that the quality related site activities are in accordance with the applicable codes and standards
- Participate in the site internal and external site audits
- Ensure all quality control documentation is compiled and competed for as-built hand over to client
- Control all non-conformance reports and undertake remedial action
- Compete site quality control instructions and action remedial responses
- Monitor the implementation of the approved site QC Plan
- Complete and coordinate the approval of the site’s QC technical submittals to the customer
- Coordinate with the site construction manager on all quality issues
- Coordinate and chair the QA/QC site weekly meetings with the projects subcontractor’s QC personnel
- Elaborating inspection and test programme
- Assure all technical documents relative to site quality control are current.
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This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for the Quality Engineer and the range of duties to be undertaken. It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals.
Personal Specification
Essential
- Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
- Proven UK experience in a quality-related role within the construction or civil engineering sector.
- Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and other relevant quality standards.
- Experience with quality audits (internal and external).
- Familiarity with construction methods, materials, and legal regulations.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and quality management software/tools.
Desirable
- Hold relevant & recognised Quality Management qualifications
- Membership of a professional body
- Experience working on large-scale projects.
- Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
Our commitment
At GRAHAM, We Are Proud To Say That We Are a Committed Equal Opportunities Employer And We Aim To Be The First Choice For People From All Backgrounds. We Seek To Promote Respect For The Individual And Equality Of Opportunities. We Believe That Everyone Should Be Treated Solely On The Basis Of Personal Merit And Contribution Throughout Their GRAHAM Career Journey And Not On The Value Of Artificial Barriers, Prejudices, Or Preferences. If You Require Any Adjustments Or Accommodations During The Application Or Interview Process, Please Let Us Know. We Welcome Applicants From All Backgrounds. We Are Dedicated To Making Our Policies And Guidance Accessible To All Applicants And Employees. If You Need This Document In An Alternative Format, Such As Large Print, Audio, Or Braille, Please Contact Us At


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