Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Quality Manager - Construction to join our team! In this role you will be a key member of the Parsons EMEA Quality Function, supporting improvements in both KSA and EMEA region and driving quality best practice through engagement with sector projects.

What you'll be doing:

QA Strategy and Framework

• Support the RQL in the review of the QA related corporate vision, brand, policy statements and exhibit those cultural values as a “Quality Leader”.
• Support the RQL in the regular review of the RACI matrix for the QA function
• Support the RQL in the establishment, collation, provision, and monitoring of quality related performance measures and quality objectives
• Support the production, approval (by RQL), and ongoing review of the Quality Management System (QMS) documentation
• Support the RQL in providing innovative solutions for QA / QC strategy
• Champion the compliant change process for the QMS
• Champion the consistent use of the QMS and wider PMF by field teams and other functions, ensuring global quality guidelines, such as PACE, are met
• Support the RQL in the capture of EMEA wide QMS related risks and their mitigation

Audits & Reviews

• Form relationships with construction projects / programs leadership and quality leads to ensure projects / programs are delivering against contractual quality related obligations and QMS best practice.
• Develop an annual audit program agreed with SAPL leadership
• Undertake planned audits and ensure surveillance reviews of construction projects, following the QMS process
• Support monthly reviews of the audit / and self assessment program providing required data
• Work closely with operations, project / program leadership to undertake start up & handover reviews at an appropriate timeframe, ensuring compliance to the appropriate time critical processes
• Ensure closure of NCR's / Observations / Opportunities for Improvement raised during audits & inspections
• In agreement with the project / program leadership, ensure that supply chain inspections / audit programme is operating effectively
• Ensure the project / program leadership / quality leads are planning and executing quality focused Leadership Tours / Quality Walks
• Support the RQL in preparation and execution of ISO / external accreditation related visits in coordination with EMEA Board and US QA Team, including ensuring projects / programs are prepared
• Undertake planned project / program Lessons Learned reviews / workshops. Ensure suitable preparation by all attendees, chair the review, recording, issuing and closure of actions
• Provide support for planned client feedback sessions are completed to an agreed timeframe and capture performance

Analysis & Reporting

• Provide trend analysis for QA related data to the RQL for the sector as input to MMR reports
• Produce information related to SAPL quality activity reports
• Support the RQL’s preparation of Management Review presentation and supporting documentation
• Bring management failings or potential Quality breaches to the attention of the RQL
• Champion Reward and Recognition for quality, as agreed with sector leadership
• Support sector projects / programs  and project controls in the capture of project delivery risk / opportunity and their mitigation, as well as risks that may impact Parsons own position.

Working with Other Functions

• Maintain regular contact with RQL, SAPL leadership, operational staff and functional leads. Review key issues and improvement opportunities.
• Work closely with SAPL DC Lead to ensure the related EDMS is suitably deployed in line with project / program requirements
• Support the Business Development and RQL in the preparation of bid responses and FAQ's as well as supporting information.
• Support any supply chain pre-qualification and maintenance of compliance records.
• Support supply chain performance reporting and improvement actions
• Work with RQL and IT team to identify and develop innovative QA / QC related best practice digital and technology systems

QA Administration

• Administer role activity related workflows and schedules.
• Support effective management of QA related records as per Quality Manual requirements
• Engage with the sector Project Controls team to identify new & completed projects / programs to engage with and support / evaluate
• Participate in required Quality team coordination meetings and provide productive input
• Where dictated by the RQL, participate in, and make a positive contribution to, the required external coordination meetings

Training, Knowledge & Awareness

• Support the RQL, and HR / Training team in ensuring that a central training matrix is maintained and adhered to, including maintenance of suitable training materials, including inductions, providing suitable information for the audience.
• Support the RQL in improving staff awareness of QA related lessons learned opportunities and QA technical information through the preparation and issue of approved quality moments and spotlights
• Work closely with RQL to review technical training opportunities within the QA team and other staff.
• Identify, and with RQL agreement participate in, related QA related networking activities.
• Support mentoring approach within QA function

What Required Skills You'll Bring;

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business or preferably Quality discipline or related field (or equivalent work experience) and typically 15+ years of related work experience in the field of Quality, including 5+ years experience in management capacity / corporate role.
• Lead Auditor certification (ISO 9001 or equal), UK Certification (PCQI or preferably MCQI) or ASQ certification (CMQ/OE, CQA, or CQE).
• Requires management ability and knowledge of Quality Management practices, processes and current technology.
• Requires thorough experience in directing and implementing quality management systems and standards specified by ISO 9001
• Requires the ability to communicate clearly, conduct presentations to management and interface effectively with a diverse group of professionals.
• Proficiency in analyzing situations in business terms, i.e. ROI, cost per unit, etc.
• Strong work ethic with ability to meet work tasks to a defined schedule
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with other departments in a tactful and effective manner.
• Strong leadership and management skills, excellent written and verbal communication, strong analytical, problem solving, and risk assessment skills. Ability to make public presentations.
• Computer proficiency with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Products, including Word, Excel, Power Point, Access and Visio. Project Planning skills are essential.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO Quality Management Systems Standards.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.