Quality Manager - Nuclear/EPC/Construction

Job ID: REF18183JPosted: 2026-08-10Location: Loughborough or Bristol, England, GBEmployment Type: Full-timeFunction: ConsultingExperience Level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Information Technology And ServicesCompany: ALTENCompany DescriptionALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide.

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We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability.

At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!Job DescriptionWe are looking for a Quality Manager to lead quality across UK nuclear projects.

This role will focus on managing, structuring, and controlling quality activities across complex engineering and supplier networks, ensuring compliance with nuclear standards and safety requirements.Key Responsibilities:Lead pre-outage quality planning (risk identification, documentation preparation, site setup)Improve surveillance routines during outages and manage NCR resolutionDrive post-outage lessons learned and continuous improvement initiativesBuild and maintain quality dashboards to track and action performanceDrive internal quality action plans and coordinate strategic forumsLead supplier risk assessments and define Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs / ITPLs)Define surveillance strategies across the supply chain (A/B/C levels)Manage witness schedules and inspections with suppliersLead root cause analysis and problem-solving activities (8D, A3, 5 Why, FMEA)Ensure Nuclear Safety and traceability requirements are appliedSupport release of final documentation (EoMR) in line with project commitmentsCoordinate and coach other Project Quality Managers as requiredQualificationsRequired Skills: Extensive industrial Quality experience, preferably in Nuclear or construction4-10 years of experienceExperience with NEC3 standardsExperience in a large scale industrial quality environment such as mining, energy, construction.Quality Assurance / Quality Control experience or qualificationsProven experience leading teams and influencing cross-functional stakeholdersStrong track record of driving change initiatives and improving quality performanceRequired Qualifications: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalentmilitary experience.Desirable Skills: Experience in outage planning and field services qualityProficient in ISO 9001, ISO 19443, and Quality Management Systems (QMS)Experience with Lean and advanced quality tools (FMEA, 8D, A3, 5 Why)Exposure to supplier management and inspection planningAdditional InformationWhy join us? We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.In short you get: A personalised career path and a rewarding management style A huge diversity of engineering projects and industriesPrivate Medical InsuranceCycle & Tech Scheme Employee assistance programmeLife insurance & Pension SchemeSocial atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildingsFlexible way of working (role dependent)We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners.

We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. xbpsjku

As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK.

If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected .

Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.