TITLE:

Quality Manager
Company: KBR-Abu Dhabi
Location: Abu Dhabi
Experience Required: 10+ years
Employment Type: Full-time, Contract

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification
• 10+ years of experience in projects.
• Proven experience in a similar role on programmes with a similar scope.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 processes, procedures and requirements

SOFT SKILLS

• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A proactive approach to risk management and conflict resolution.

JOB PURPOSE

The Program QA/QC Manager will oversee the entire Project Quality Management system.
This is a PMC role, and there will be multiple Supervision Consultants and EPC`s appointed directly by the Client. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all quality management requirements on the large-scale power and water transmission projects in Abu Dhabi. This role involves managing technical and functional coordination between systems, disciplines, and multiple contractors. In addition, the candidate will be required to engage with project teams enforcing oversight of regulatory and standards compliance, as well as strategic planning, and collaboration with various stakeholders. Development and implementation of a program wide Quality Management plans and processes to effectively manage the project quality requirements.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitors compliance with QA/QC plans, policies, and protocols, perform audits from time to time.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders, including clients, supervision consultants, contractors, vendors and regulatory authorities to ensure alignment and compliance with project requirements.
• Development and implementation of project management plans, processes and procedures.
• Provide leadership and direction to project teams, fostering a culture of awareness and continuous improvement.
• Monitors project progress and team performance, implementing corrective actions as necessary to address any deviations from the project plans.
• Prepare and present regular project QA/QC reports to senior management and the client, detailing progress, challenges and solutions etc.
• Guide and mentor project team members, promoting professional development and knowledge sharing.
• Foster strong relationships with clients and other stakeholders to maintain project support and mitigate any concerns.