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Are you a proven leader in quality management ready to take charge of high-impact engineering projects?
Do you thrive in regulated environments where precision, compliance, and collaboration are non-negotiable?
Looking to bring your skills to a team that values continuous improvement and technical excellence? The Opportunity We re seeking a Project Quality Manager to join a highly skilled team on a contract basis. This is a key leadership role in a technically complex environment, offering the chance to drive quality standards, support project success, and influence industry-leading practices. The Role Employment Type: Contract (this role has been deemed inside IR35)
Duration: 12 months
Location: Cheshire
Rate: £65.00 to £75.00 per hour Your duties and responsibilities will be - Lead quality assurance and quality control across designated engineering projects.
- Guide and mentor a team of Quality Engineers and QC Inspectors, coordinating daily activity and ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Support all project quality matters ensuring documents, procedures, and standards are fully compliant and effectively implemented.
- Develop and maintain a Right First Time culture, promoting quality awareness across cross-functional teams.
- Coordinate compliance with nuclear regulations, standards, and licensing conditions.
- Take part in audits and drive timely corrective actions as needed.
- Review supplier and contractor quality documentation and provide expert feedback.
- Monitor project progress through established metrics and KPIs.
- Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to resolve quality issues and ensure robust processes.
You will have the following qualifications & experience - Strong Technical Background in electrical, mechanical, systems, or instrumentation engineering.
- Bachelor s Degree in a relevant field preferred (e.g. Technical Process Management, Quality Management).
- Proven experience as a Project Quality Manager in large-scale, high-compliance sectors experience in the nuclear industry is highly desirable.
- Solid understanding of international quality standards: ISO, ASTM, DIN, BSI.
- Experience developing Quality and Inspection Plans, managing certification processes, and driving compliance in complex projects.
- Proven experience coordinating and leading a team of quality professionals.
- Internal or Lead Auditor certification (IRCA/CQI) preferred.
- Competency with Microsoft Office tools and quality management systems.
- Excellent communication and coaching skills fluent in English.
- Willingness to travel as part of the role.
Get in touch now If you re seeking a new opportunity and think you have the skills and experience for this role, then apply now or contact Hywel Thomas.
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and respects diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons who are eligible to live and work in the UK. Millbank is proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme . Millbank operates as an Employment Agency and Business.  |
