Job Description

At John Sisk & Son, we are committed to excellence, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do. As a fifth-generation, family-owned business, our people are at the heart of our success. We continue to invest in technology, digital transformation and systems that enable smarter, more efficient ways of working across our projects and operations.

Reporting to the MEP Lead, the Quality Control Engineer is responsible for supporting and maintaining quality assurance and control processes across all phases of construction and engineering delivery. The role ensures that works are executed in compliance with project specifications, client requirements, and relevant industry and regulatory standards. The Quality Control Engineer plays a key role in driving continuous improvement, supporting inspections and audits, and fostering a strong culture of quality and accountability on site.

Responsibilities

Quality Management• Implement and maintain the project’s Quality Management Plan, ensuring alignment with Sisk standards and client expectations• Conduct inspections and audits to verify that works comply with design, specification and procedural requirements• Manage quality documentation, including inspection and test plans, method statements, and records of compliance• Support the review and approval of subcontractor quality plans and ensure adherence to contractual obligations• Monitor and record non-conformances, ensuring corrective and preventive actions are identified and completed

Technical Support and Continuous Improvement• Provide technical support to site teams, engineers and supervisors in understanding and implementing quality procedures• Contribute to lessons learned reviews and promote best practice in workmanship, testing and documentation control• Support commissioning and handover processes, ensuring systems and deliverables meet validation and client

standards• Assist in the development of project-specific checklists and verification procedures to ensure consistent delivery

Coordination and Reporting• Liaise with clients, consultants and third-party inspectors on quality-related matters• Prepare quality reports and summaries for inclusion in project reviews and progress updates• Coordinate with construction, engineering, and commissioning teams to ensure alignment on quality expectations and closeout requirements• Maintain open communication with subcontractors to promote collaboration and shared accountability for quality performance

Experience

Essential• Strong understanding of quality management principles, inspection processes and relevant standards (e.g. ISO 9001)• Proven experience working within a quality or engineering function on large-scale construction or industrial projects• Strong technical knowledge of construction materials, methods and testing procedures• Excellent organisational and analytical skills with attention to detail• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and promote a culture of continuous improvement

Desirable• Experience in life sciences, pharmaceutical, data centre or advanced manufacturing environments• Familiarity with GMP, cleanroom or regulatory quality systems• Knowledge of commissioning, validation and turnover documentation requirements• Experience using digital quality management tools or field inspection software

Qualifications

Essential• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, Quality Management or a related discipline• Demonstrated experience in a quality or site-based engineering role• Relevant safety training (e.g. Safe Pass, CSCS or equivalent)

Desirable• Professional membership or certification in Quality (e.g. CQI, IRCA or equivalent)• Training in internal auditing, ISO 9001, or quality system management• Postgraduate qualification in quality or project management

Additional Information

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package• 26 days annual leave plus company days• Pension and healthcare• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities• Career development through Sisk’s Learning & Development framework

Our People and Recruitment Commitment

At Sisk Group, our people are central to our success. We offer an environment where you can grow, innovate and contribute to projects that shape the future.

All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited contact or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted and no introductory fees will apply.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process.

We also recognise that candidates may not meet every single requirement. If this opportunity excites you and aligns with your career goals, we encourage you to apply — your potential matters.

All recruitment materials comply with the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts in the UK and Ireland.

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