Quality Engineer

At Sisk, we create places and infrastructure that shape how people live, work and connect – now and for future generations. As a family‑owned, international construction and engineering group, we offer meaningful careers across building, infrastructure, rail, energy and off‑site manufacturing throughout Ireland, the UK and Europe, where people are supported to grow, make an impact and be part of positive change.

Our Infrastructure division are currently seeking an experienced Quality Engineer who will be responsible for supporting and maintaining quality assurance and control processes across all phases of construction and engineering delivery. The role ensures that works are executed in compliance with project specifications, client requirements, and relevant industry and regulatory standards. The Quality Engineer plays a key role in driving continuous improvement, supporting inspections and audits, and fostering a strong culture of quality and accountability on site.

• Implement and maintain the project’s Quality Management Plan, ensuring alignment with Sisk standards and client expectations.
• Conduct inspections and audits to verify that works comply with design, specification and procedural requirements.
• Manage quality documentation, including inspection and test plans, method statements, and records of compliance.
• Support the review and approval of subcontractor quality plans and ensure adherence to contractual obligations.
• Monitor and record non-conformances, ensuring corrective and preventive actions are identified and completed.

• Provide technical support to site teams, engineers and supervisors in understanding and implementing quality procedures.
• Contribute to lessons learned reviews and promote best practice in workmanship, testing and documentation control.
• Support commissioning and handover processes, ensuring systems and deliverables meet validation and client standards.
• Assist in the development of project-specific checklists and verification procedures to ensure consistent delivery.

• Liaise with clients, consultants and third-party inspectors on quality-related matters.
• Prepare quality reports and summaries for inclusion in project reviews and progress updates.
• Coordinate with construction, engineering, and commissioning teams to ensure alignment on quality expectations and closeout requirements.
• Maintain open communication with subcontractors to promote collaboration and shared accountability for quality performance.

• Strong understanding of quality management principles, inspection processes and relevant standards (e.g. ISO 9001)
• Proven experience working within a quality or engineering function on large-scale construction or industrial projects
• Strong technical knowledge of construction materials, methods and testing procedures
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills with attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and promote a culture of continuous improvement

• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, Quality Management or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in a quality or site-based engineering role
• Relevant safety training (e.g. Safe Pass, CSCS or equivalent)

• Experience in life sciences, pharmaceutical, data centre or advanced manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with GMP, cleanroom or regulatory quality systems
• Knowledge of commissioning, validation and turnover documentation requirements
• Experience using digital quality management tools or field inspection software

• Professional membership or certification in Quality (e.g. CQI, IRCA or equivalent)
• Training in internal auditing, ISO 9001, or quality system management
• Postgraduate qualification in quality or project management

All recruitment materials are designed to meet or exceed legal and regulatory requirements, including the Irish and UK Equality Acts and the EU Pay Transparency Directive, ensuring fairness, transparency and equal access for every applicant.

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