Overview
We are seeking an experienced and highly qualified Quality Section Manager to join our team and oversee the quality management processes for large-scale projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering or management, extensive experience in quality management, and a deep understanding of project management practices within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). This role requires a strategic leader with the ability to ensure that all project activities meet the highest quality standards and comply with regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Quality Management Leadership:
- Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Lead the quality management team, providing direction, mentorship, and on-the-job training to assigned personnel.
- Quality Assurance and Control:
- Oversee all quality assurance and control activities for engineering, procurement, construction, testing, operations, and decommissioning phases.
- Ensure the application of quality principles and tools across all project activities.
- Corrective Actions and Nonconformance:
- Identify nonconforming conditions and implement corrective actions to resolve quality issues.
- Monitor the effectiveness of corrective actions and make necessary adjustments to prevent recurrence.
- Regulatory Compliance:
- Stay current with regulatory requirements and ensure that the quality program/plan adheres to these standards.
- Communicate with regulatory bodies as needed to ensure compliance and address any concerns.
- Financial Performance:
- Manage the financial performance of the quality section, including budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting.
- Ensure that quality management activities are conducted within budget and contribute to overall project profitability.
- Stakeholder Communication:
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including project teams, clients, and regulatory authorities.
- Prepare and present detailed quality reports and updates to senior management and other stakeholders.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the quality management system and processes.
- Foster a culture of quality and continuous improvement within the project team.
Qualifications and Experience
- Educational Background:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or management from an accredited university.
- Professional Experience:
- Minimum of 15 years of professional experience, including significant experience as a quality manager for large-scale projects.
- Experience and cultural understanding of project management within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).
- Technical Skills:
- Broad knowledge of quality principles, tools, and their application to engineering, environmental, procurement, construction, testing, operations, or decommissioning.
- Knowledge of the application of corrective actions to reconcile nonconforming conditions.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer programs for quality management.
- Regulatory Knowledge:
- Thorough understanding of regulatory requirements and functions that impact the quality program/plan.
- Management and Communication Skills:
- Proficiency in verbal and written communications.
- Proven ability to provide direction and on-the-job training to assigned personnel.
- Strong proficiency in managing financial performance.
- Preferred Experience:
- Experience working in the GCC region and Europe.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
We encourage you to apply.