​Vallum is recruiting a Quality Engineer to support an onshore land substation project. This role is ideal for someone with a civil engineering background and strong experience in quality assurance across early project phases.

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Role Details

• Discipline: Onshore land substation (civil works)

• Start: Immediate

• Duration: Until August 2028

• Rate: £450/day (Outside IR35, fixed, 10-hour days)

• Location: Remote with weekly travel to London client offices (site visit expenses reimbursed). Preference for candidates based in/near London.

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Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in line with Vallum’s approved Quality Plan.

• Review and approve project quality documentation (Quality Plans, ITPs, etc.).

• Oversee QA/QC activities, coordinating Vallum, contractor, and EPC resources.

• Develop and manage risk-based audit programmes for contractors and suppliers.

• Provide guidance to QC teams, monitor inspections, and lead audits.

• Identify, track, and close non-conformances while capturing lessons learned.

• Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.

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Requirements

• 10+ years’ experience in quality management for civil engineering projects.

• Degree in Engineering (civil preferred).

• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification.

• Awareness of welding inspection, NDE, and coating inspection.

Apply now!