QA/QC Engineer

Leads QA/QC, document control, and IMS for a major waterworks project. Coordinates with internal and external teams, ensures compliance with standards, manages inspections, audits, and handover documentation, and drives continuous improvement.

ROLE LEVEL

Reports to: QHSE Manager

LOCATION

Spanish Town, Content District

ROLE PURPOSE

To lead and manage the QA/QC process, Document Control, and Integrated Management System (IMS). This includes coordination with the Technical Team, Construction Team, Subcontractors, and other external parties such as laboratories, testing companies, and factories.

DIMENSIONS

• Financial: Monitor QA/QC budget
• Technical: Active involvement in Pre-Construction, Construction, and Hand-Over phases
• Organisational: Interface with all departments

INTERFACES

• Internal: Construction Manager, Technical Manager, Project Manager, QHSE Team
• External: Subcontractors, Suppliers, IE/Client, and other stakeholders

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Core Responsibilities

• Uphold VINCI and VCGP values.
• Comply with IMS, HSE rules, and applicable laws/regulations.
• Motivate and manage team performance.
• Monitor team competency and provide training/coaching.

Quality & Design

• Own the QA/QC process and documentation submission.
• Implement systems and processes per contract, specifications, and VCGP standards.
• Manage materials approval, NCRs, and handover documentation.
• Track subcontractor/supplier quality management and records.
• Conduct trend analysis and identify improvement areas.
• Perform independent inspections of works, facilities, and factories.
• Conduct site audits for compliance.
• Coach junior staff and conduct briefings for VCGP teams and subcontractors.
• Ensure implementation of VCGP’s productive and safe program.
• Develop and implement an innovative document control system in agreement with all parties.
• Review and challenge subcontractor/supplier quality processes.
• Contribute to the Project Quality Management Plan and VINCI processes.
• Drive proposals aligned with company guidelines and continuous improvement.
• Maintain records of all quality and IMS documentation.
• Report non-conformities, investigate, and follow up on corrective/preventive actions.

Productivity

• Monitor KPI compliance and recommend system improvements.
• Own the 3-week lookahead inspection programme.
• Ensure coordination with all stakeholders.

Commercial / Contractual

• Record minutes of meetings.
• Manage testing and quality certificates.
• Handle correspondence with subcontractors, suppliers, and the client.

PERSONAL QUALITIES AND EXPERIENCE

Core Experience

• Minimum 5 years in quality or civil engineering.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Detail-oriented and inquisitive.
• Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and multinational technical standards.
• Flexible work ethic, including availability for night shifts.
• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Strong team player, capable of independent work.
• Solution-oriented approach to issues.
• Deep understanding of handover requirements and certification.
• Proficient in MS Office, AutoCAD, and QA/QC software.

Productivity Skills

• Ability to review and allocate resources for a 3-week lookahead programme.
• Contribute to weekly/monthly progress reports, including trackers and presentations.
• Set, measure, and track KPIs for productivity.
• Implement IMS cycle: process review, audits, surveys, management meetings.
• Ensure legal and technical regulatory compliance.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes in:

• Pressure Water Pipelines

• Earthworks (excavation and backfilling)

• Pavement