Assistant Quality Manager – Major Construction Project

Location: Cardiff
Sector: Construction / Building
Project Type: High-profile, major building project

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Quality Manager to join a project team delivering a large-scale, high-profile construction project in Cardiff. This is a key site-based role, working closely alongside the Project Quality Manager to ensure quality standards, systems, and compliance are met throughout the build lifecycle.

This position is ideal for a Quality Engineer, QA/QC professional, or Assistant Quality Manager looking to step up on a flagship project with real complexity and visibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Project Quality Manager in implementing and maintaining the Project Quality Plan
• Assist with quality inspections, audits, and surveillance activities across site operations
• Ensure works are delivered in line with specifications, drawings, and industry standards
• Help manage ITPs, NCRs, quality records, and handover documentation
• Work closely with site teams, subcontractors, and consultants to drive a strong right-first-time culture
• Monitor subcontractor quality performance and support corrective actions where required
• Contribute to continuous improvement of quality systems and processes on site

Requirements

• Previous experience in a quality-focused role within construction (e.g., Assistant Quality Manager, Quality Engineer, QA/QC Engineer)
• Strong understanding of construction quality systems, inspections, and compliance
• Experience working on large or complex building projects is highly desirable
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and quality management systems
• Confident communicator with the ability to work collaboratively across site teams
• Strong attention to detail with a proactive approach to problem solving

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work on a landmark construction project in Cardiff
• Exposure to a highly experienced project and quality management team
• Long-term project stability with excellent career development prospects
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Apply Now

If you’re an Assistant Quality Manager or construction quality professional looking to develop your career on a major building project, this role offers challenge, visibility, and progression in equal measure.