QA QC Manager

About the Role: QA QC Manager

WSP Middle East is seeking a highly experienced QA QC Manager to oversee and manage quality assurance and quality control activities. This full-time position focuses on major infrastructure, building, and construction projects located in Jeddah and Makkah, Saudi Arabia.

Role Purpose and Objectives

The primary objective of this role is to ensure comprehensive compliance with contractual specifications, regulatory requirements, and industry standards across all assigned projects. The QA QC Manager will be instrumental in implementing WSP's quality management systems and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence within project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific Quality Management Plans and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards, client requirements, contractual obligations, and applicable regulations.
• Lead quality assurance and quality control activities across multiple projects and disciplines.
• Monitor project execution to verify adherence to approved inspection and test plans (ITPs).
• Conduct quality audits, inspections, and surveillance activities to assess compliance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Review and approve quality-related documentation, reports, procedures, and records.
• Manage non-conformance reports (NCRs), corrective actions, preventive actions, and closeout processes.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and consultants to resolve quality issues efficiently.
• Analyze quality performance metrics and prepare regular reports for project leadership and clients.
• Support project teams during client audits, regulatory inspections, and certification processes.
• Provide training, coaching, and guidance to project personnel on quality management requirements and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction.
• Promote a strong culture of quality, safety, and operational excellence across all project activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in Quality Assurance and Quality Control within construction, infrastructure, engineering consultancy, or related sectors.
• Proven experience managing QA/QC functions on large-scale infrastructure or building projects.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and quality standards applicable to the construction industry.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Experience with audits, inspections, NCR management, root cause analysis, and corrective action processes.
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabian project requirements, regulations, and industry standards is preferred.
• Professional quality certifications such as ISO Lead Auditor, CQE, or equivalent are advantageous.
• Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced project environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality management reporting tools.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, with project responsibilities extending to Makkah. The role requires working within a dynamic project environment, collaborating with diverse teams to achieve high-quality project delivery.