Quality Assurance Engineer

EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood.

We're seeking to recruit a Quality Assurance Engineer to join our team based in Milton Keynes.

In this role, you will understand and promote the principles/importance of self assurance within Construction Delivery Team. You will understand and promote ownership of Inspection and Test Plans (ITP) and their checklists ensuring quality compliance throughout the construction phases. You will collaborate with the Construction Delivery Teams to plan for delivery pre-work processes, ITPs to suit the construction methods/activities, checking records of construction and progressive capture of records. You will also understand and implement the EKFB Quality requirements to ensure ITP's are compliant and confirm with HS2 requirements and contain the appropriate document references. 

Part of this role is to support the delivery of all construction phase quality assurance activities/records and be responsible for checking the completeness of the records in accordance with the plans/procedures. You will be liaising with the Handover and Completion team to ensure the records are adequate for handover. You will actively understand quality issues and be instrumental in finding solutions with the Construction Delivery team, the quality team and subject matter experts.

This position involves development and utilising relationships with the Designer’s and Client’s representatives and internal stakeholders to deliver all ITP related aspects of quality and assurance, ensuring seamless information exchange with the Construction Delivery Team. You will use relevant IT systems to manage all relevant quality documentation and records and also relevant systems to manage progress of the ITPs between EKFB, Designer and Client representatives.

In addition, you will deliver awareness sessions as part of a wider programme to non-quality professionals and communicate the benefits and knowledge of the Business Management System. You will carry out internal audits and other quality surveillance activities as required and actively support the Project Quality Assurance Manager and other Quality Assurance Engineers. You will also encourage and promote the “Speak Up”, “Choices” and “Right First Time” initiatives and be responsible for Adhoc duties as and when required.

EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high-speed rail projects.

EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high-speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work.

If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture, then please apply today! In return, we are offering a competitive salary and benefits.

EKFB brings together international, market leading technical expertise. We have an industry leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.

We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; this is why we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves. Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require making an application.

Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.

Pre-employment checks:

It is worth remembering that EKFB will undertake the relevant / standard employment checks if you are successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks.

NB. BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of the onboarding process).