QA/QC Lead Manager

Lead QA/QC Engineer / QA Manager – Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Location: London (Bank) – Commercial Fit-Out / Laboratory Projects Salary: £65,000–£85,000 + Package Why This Role? This is a senior site-based quality assurance role supporting high-spec commercial fit-out and laboratory projects in Central London. You will take ownership of QA/QC processes across mechanical and electrical installations, ensuring all works meet project specifications, relevant standards, and internal quality requirements. Working closely with the QA/QC Manager, you will act as a key quality authority on site, driving compliance, inspection discipline, and continuous improvement across subcontractor delivery. This is a hands-on role focused on technical assurance, documentation control, and maintaining the highest standards of installation quality in complex live project environments. What You’ll Do Coordinate and implement the Project Quality Plan, inspection and test plans, and site quality procedures across all subcontracted works Review system scope, specifications, and installation requirements with a focus on pipework installation and weld quality Ensure adherence to quality plans and defined project requirements Oversee and enforce site inspection, testing, and quality control processes across all systems Attend quality review meetings as required Provide structured feedback to the QA/QC Manager, including weekly reporting and improvement recommendations Generate, manage, and close out punch lists, ensuring timely resolution of defects and non-conformances Produce and maintain quality performance statistics for tracking and reporting purposes Coordinate system walkdowns with subcontractors and project stakeholders Support scheduling and prioritisation of inspections and quality checks across multiple systems Maintain clear, accurate, and auditable QA/QC documentation across all project activities Support site teams with compliance queries and ensure adherence to agreed quality standards Carry out any additional reasonable duties as directed by management What We’re Looking For Proven experience in a QA/QC Engineer or similar quality-focused role within M&E or construction Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical installation processes, particularly pipework and welding standards Experience working within structured Quality Management Systems and project quality plans Ability to prioritise workload across multiple systems and deadlines Strong communication skills with experience engaging subcontractors and site teams High level of attention to detail with strong reporting and documentation skills Accountable, reliable, and confident taking ownership of quality issues on site Understanding of Health, Safety & Environmental systems within construction environments Desirable Experience Previous experience on commercial fit-out or laboratory projects Familiarity with large-scale subcontractor management environments Experience producing QA/QC reporting, KPIs, and quality statistics Understanding of ISO-based quality systems or similar frameworks Background working in fast-paced, high-spec construction environments What This Role Offers Senior site-based quality leadership role on prestigious London projects Exposure to complex commercial and laboratory installations Strong involvement in quality processes and decision-making on site Opportunity to influence and improve site-wide QA/QC standards Long-term development within a growing M&E delivery and quality function £65,000–£85,000 salary + package aligned to experience and responsibility