Details:
- Salary: £420 - 500 - Day
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Buckingham Buckinghamshire
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
Your new companyY
ou will be joining a leading civil engineering contractor delivering works on one of the UK's most high-profile infrastructure projects - HS2. With a strong pipeline of works across the scheme, they are seeking an experienced QA Engineer to support delivery on a major earthworks and drainage package.
Your new role
As QA Engineer, you will play a key role in maintaining quality standards across HS2 project works, ensuring delivery is compliant with specifications, standards, and strict project requirements.This is a hands-on role, suited to an engineer with strong site-based experience who understands the practicalities of delivering large-scale earthworks and drainage on major infrastructure schemes.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing QA processes across earthworks and drainage packages on HS2
Carrying out site inspections, audits, and ensuring compliance with ITPs and specifications
Maintaining accurate QA records and documentation using digital quality systems
Supporting site teams with technical input and practical buildability knowledge
Ensuring works are delivered right first time in line with HS2 quality standards
Driving continuous improvement in quality processes on site
What you'll need to succeed:
Strong experience as a QA Engineer or Site Engineer within heavy civils
Proven background in earthworks and drainage on contractor-led projects
Demonstrable "hands-on" site experience (not solely planning or permit-based roles)
Previous experience working on HS2 or similar major infrastructure schemes (highly desirable)
Working knowledge of quality management systems such as Novade (or similar)
Ability to quickly adapt to new systems and technologies
Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work
What we're looking for:
An experienced, site-driven engineer with a solid delivery background
Someone comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-standard environment such as HS2
A proactive individual who can integrate quickly into an existing team
What you need to do now
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