Quality Management Lead - Nuclear New Build

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey. The project: Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. Following on from the success of Hinkley Point C (HPC), the SZC project is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk, which has obtained planning approval and government financing support. The project has started construction and is now seeking private investment. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, which along with renewables, will support Britain to achieve Net Zero by 2050. The purpose of the Quality Management Lead (QML) is to ensure Sizewell C (SZC) Project quality requirements are complied with across the full project life-cycle (Contract award, Design, Procurement, Manufacture, Test, Shipping, Construction/Installation, Test/Commission and Contract close out). Note: This role will be based in our Suffolk. You’ll be responsible for: Review, accept and monitor Contractors Quality Assurance Plans (CQAP) provided by the supply chain; Identify needs for supply chain audits, perform audits and resolve findings; Produce Project Quality Control Plans (PQCP) for each contract/project; In compliance with the PQCP, ensure deployment of key quality contractual arrangements including the General Quality Assurance Specification (GQAS), Lifetime Quality Records (LTQR) Specification, Quality Release Certificate and the Inspection & Test Plan Specification etc. Provide relevant guidance to contractors, including contractor’s CQAPs, LTQR partitioning strategies and the arrangements for identifying and planning for Quality Related Activities; Lead the implementation of LTQR reviews; Support the determination and application of strategies for progressive provision of LTQRs by contractors. Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders including contracted inspection entities (for offsite manufacturing in particular, Direction Industrielle is a key stakeholder). Ensure manufacturing surveillance per contract is applied in a graded approach of equipment safety function and project importance through surveillance offers and performance monitoring of the inspection agencies used (e.g. Direction Industrielle); Ensure overall effectiveness of ITPs submitted by the suppliers, checking that they are fit for purpose from a quality perspective and have been correctly distributed to the relevant internal parties for review and mark-up of the activities they wish to witness; Where applicable, establish and check planned inspection witness and hold points marked in the supplier Inspection and Test Plans (ITP) / Quality Plans / Follow Up Documents (FUDs) and monitor their completion; Coordinate, monitor and improve the efficiency of manufacturing documentation review and where applicable, inspection activities performed by contracted inspection entities; Coordinate and lead the NNB review and acceptance of relevant manufacturing documentation provided by contractors; Perform joint inspections, surveillance and audit when required; Support the monitoring and technical resolution of non-conformances including the management of corrections and corrective actions; Support the review and acceptance of End of Manufacturing Reports (EoMR), End of Construction Status Reports (ECSR) and End of Erection Status Reports (EESR); Responsible for the review and delivery of the end of manufacturing records, leading to the quality release of equipment to the SZC construction site; Produce quality documentation (e.g. specifications, procedures) as required. You’ll need to have: Position requires experience in project delivery, preferably in the nuclear power sector, with significant focus on project quality, with a solid understanding of the Quality Assurance and Quality Control in major projects across engineering, procurement, manufacturing, construction and commissioning. A clear and considerable understanding of quality management best practice for deployment by large, complex and contract-led organisations. Confident and articulate communicator, able to prepare presentation material, and comfortable addressing individuals, small groups and very large audiences. Able to support and implement practical solutions, whilst remaining open to the ideas of others. Experience of interfacing with project teams and with supply chain organisations. Analysis of data, preparing reports and making recommendations. The ability to influence and to provide constructive challenge which is accepted by others. The ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. A team player who recognises how their position impacts and influences others. Knowledge of pressure and nuclear codes Knowledge of Welding, Non Destructive Testing (NDT), Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) Hold a professional accreditation Corporate Member or working towards membership of the Chartered Quality Institute & Chartered Quality Professional Commercial exposure, especially supplier management Experience of interacting with regulators e.g. the ONR. Knowledge of Improvement Methodologies, Tools & Techniques eg. Lean 6 Sigma Pro-active and flexible, being prepared to plan and work on own initiative. Our values Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team. Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients. Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations. Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.