Quality Manager

SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.

Context

Quality Manager

Missions/Main Duties

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Management Plan (QMP), in compliance with international standards (e.g., ISO 9001), client requirements, and local regulations.
• Oversee all QA/QC activities for engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Monitor compliance with contractual specifications, relevant codes, and industry best practices.
• Ensure effective coordination between project stakeholders, including consultants, contractors, and government authorities.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of construction sites, design deliverables, and project documentation.
• Lead root cause analysis and drive corrective and preventive actions for non-conformities.
• Review and approve method statements, inspection and test plans (ITPs), and materials approvals.
• Prepare and present quality reports, KPIs, and progress summaries to senior management and clients.
• Manage training and awareness programs for project teams on QA/QC systems and processes.
• Provide expert advice on quality issues, risk management, and continual improvement initiatives.
• Liaise with client representatives and regulatory bodies regarding quality issues and project compliance.
• Support the handover and close-out process by validating as-built documentation and final quality records.
  
  

Profile/Skills

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.

Background

• Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in QA/QC management for major infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on rail or transportation sectors.
• Previous experience in high-speed rail projects (preferred).
• Thorough knowledge of international and UAE local quality standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Hold relevant certifications (e.g., ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, IRCA, PMI-QMP, etc.).
• Proven leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Fluent in English.
• Proficient in MS Office, QA/QC software, and document management systems.
• Ability to work in a multicultural, fast-paced project environment.
• Preferably with GCC and UAE Experience.
  
  

Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.