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Quality Inspector

Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd
Manchester
money-bag £45 - £55/hour
Posted: 11 August 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 10 September 2026
Ref: 225478752

Job Title: Quality Inspector - Major Highways Infrastructure Project
Location: M60 Simister Island Interchange, Greater Manchester (Site-based)
Contract Type: Contract - 12 Months
Rate: PAYE Umbrella & Ltd company available
Start Date: ASAP


The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Quality Inspector/Engineer to join a major motorway junction improvement scheme in Greater Manchester, working for a leading principal contractor on one of the North West''s busiest and most high-profile road infrastructure projects.
As Quality Inspector, you will act as the first line of defence in promoting a strong quality culture across the site, supporting the Delivery Team through coaching, training and on-site presence, while carrying out independent inspections of the works to ensure compliance with the approved Detail Design and Work Information.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a quality professional with a civils background to play a key role on a nationally significant infrastructure scheme.
Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out independent site inspections and act as first line of defence against substandard work, coaching and training the Delivery and Quality teams
  • Check works in progress and on completion to ensure construction is in line with the Work Information and Detail Design
  • Act as the point of liaison between delivery teams and sub-contractors, promoting a "right first time" quality culture
  • Represent the Quality team at Start of Shift meetings and Collaborative Planning sessions, escalating non-conformances to Quality Managers/Engineers
  • Assist in the compilation of Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and handover documentation, ensuring hold points are adhered to
  • Support Quality Engineers with site surveillances and formal inspection documentation in line with client requirements
  • Provide support to Quality Inspectors across other disciplines on the project as required

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Experience working on civil engineering projects, ideally including precast concrete, piling, earthworks and surfacing
  • Extensive experience of on-site inspections against approved Detail Design, with onsite NCR management
  • Competent in MS Word and Excel
  • Relevant CSCS card
  • On-site training in Quality

Desirable Skills & Experience

  • Experience in a quality role on a major roads infrastructure project
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 quality management systems
  • SMSTS
  • Understanding of NEC contracts

What''s on Offer

  • Competitive day rate (PAYE, Umbrella, or Limited Company options - role subject to IR35 status)
  • 12-month contract on a major, high-profile national infrastructure scheme
  • Opportunity to work alongside an experienced quality and delivery team on a landmark motorway junction upgrade

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