Construction Quality Engineer

Job Title: Construction Quality Engineer
Location: Aldermaston (AWE site) - Full Time On-Site
Rate: Up to -55 p/h (Outside IR35)
Clearance: Current or eligible for SC Clearance strongly preferred
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Construction Quality Engineer to support a major new build project at AWE Aldermaston. This is a full-time site-based role (no hybrid working), offering the opportunity to play a key part in one of the UK''s most high-profile and secure infrastructure projects.
The Role:

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  Provide quality assurance oversight during the construction and commissioning phases.
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  Act as a Clerk of Works-style presence on site, ensuring that construction and installation activities meet required standards and specifications.
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  Support mechanical systems installation and commissioning, including documentation, verification, and sign-off.
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  Engage with project engineers, contractors, and stakeholders to drive quality compliance across all build activities.
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  Assist in developing, reviewing, and maintaining quality plans, inspection test plans (ITPs), and associated documentation.

What We''re Looking For:

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  Background as a mechanical AP, commissioning engineer, or clerk of works with demonstrable quality assurance experience.
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  Strong construction/site experience (not just welding or fabrication inspection).
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  Proven ability to manage and enforce standards across contractors and subcontractors.
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  Familiarity with nuclear, defence, or other highly regulated industries is highly advantageous.
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  SC Clearance is ideal; candidates must be eligible to obtain it.

Key Details:

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  Contract role based fully on-site at AWE Aldermaston.
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  Competitive rates up to -55 per hour - please only apply if you are seeking within this range.
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  Long-term project opportunity with significant scope for impact.