Project: Operations,
Maintenance, and Systematic Upgradation of Qatar's Existing Road Network
Reporting To: Project Director
Employment Type: Contractual (Full-time)

1. Job Purpose

To lead the quality
assurance and quality control (QA/QC) function for the road network
upgradation project. The initial primary focus is to audit, assess, and
report on the performance of the existing road infrastructure and the
current O&M systems against Ashghal's standards (QCS 2014). Subsequently,
the role will transition to developing, implementing, and overseeing the
QA/QC plans for the approved amendments and construction activities, ensuring
all work complies with Ashghal, Client, and international quality standards.

2. Key Responsibilities

Phase 1: Audit &
Assessment (Initial 3-6 Months)

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  Conduct Comprehensive Audits: Lead thorough audits of the
  existing road network (pavement, signage, drainage, lighting, ITS) to
  establish a baseline condition report.
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  System Evaluation: Audit the existing
  Maintenance Management System, processes, and subcontractor performance to
  identify gaps and non-conformances against the project's performance-based
  contract with Ashghal.
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  Benchmarking: Compare current quality
  metrics and practices against Ashghal's QCS 2014, ISO 9001:2015,
  and best international practices (e.g., UK Highways standards).
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  Report & Recommend: Prepare detailed audit
  reports with evidence-based findings and actionable recommendations for
  system amendments and physical upgrades for submission to Ashghal and Client.

Phase 2: Planning &
Implementation Oversight

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  Develop QA/QC Plans: Create and obtain approval
  for project-specific Quality Control Plans (QCP), Inspection and Test
  Plans (ITP), and Method Statements for all upgrade works.
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  Manage the QMS: Implement and maintain the
  project's Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with ISO 9001,
  ensuring it is living and actively used by all teams.
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  Supplier & Subcontractor
  Oversight: Vet and approve materials, suppliers, and subcontractors.
  Conduct regular audits of their quality systems and on-site activities.
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  Documentation Control: Establish and manage a
  robust document control system for all quality records, inspection
  reports, certifications, and As-Built drawings.

Phase 3: Continuous
Execution & Monitoring

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  Inspection & Testing: Oversee all field quality
  control activities, including material testing (asphalt, aggregates),
  welding, compaction tests, and finished work inspections.
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  Non-Conformance Management: Identify, document, and
  manage the closure of any non-conforming work, ensuring effective root
  cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) are implemented.
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  Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary quality
  interface for Ashghal and Client representatives, facilitating inspections
  and ensuring timely submission of all quality deliverables.
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  Performance Reporting: Generate weekly and monthly
  quality performance reports for Client management, tracking KPIs like NCR
  rates, ITP compliance, and rework costs.

Requirements

A. Education &
Certification​

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  Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil
  Engineering or a related field from a WHED-recognized university.
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  Certification:
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  MMUP/UPDA Certification (Grade A
  or B) is mandatory for signing and
  submitting documents to Ashghal.
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  Lead Auditor Certification in
  ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems) is mandatory.
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  Preferred: Chartered Engineer status
  (CEng, P.Eng), or certifications in pavement technology (e.g., ASPA).

B. Experience

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  Total:
  Minimum 12 years in QA/QC management within civil
  infrastructure.
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  Relevant: Minimum 5 years in
  a senior QA/QC role on major road/highway projects.
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  GCC Experience: Mandatory. Proven
  experience working on Ashghal projects is a significant
  and decisive advantage.
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  International Experience: Mandatory. Demonstrable
  experience outside the MENA region (e.g., UK, Europe, Australia, Americas)
  on complex road projects.
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  Specific Expertise: Proven experience in
  both auditing existing infrastructure and managing
  quality for construction/upgradation works.

C. Knowledge &
Skills

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  In-Depth Knowledge: Expert-level knowledge
  of Ashghal's QCS 2014, Ashghal Road Safety Manual,
  and international standards (ASTM, AASHTO, BS).
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  Technical Skills: Proficiency in audit
  methodologies, root cause analysis, and quality management software.
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  Soft Skills: Exceptional leadership,
  communication, and report-writing skills in English. Ability to manage
  difficult conversations with subcontractors and consultants.