Quality Assurance Manager

QA/QC Manager | Dubai, UAE A leading Dubai real estate developer is looking for a QA/QC Manager to safeguard build quality across a major portfolio of residential, branded residence and mixed-use projects, from design through to handover. The role • Define and enforce the developer's quality standards, specifications and quality management system across all projects • Review and approve contractors' quality plans, ITPs, method statements and material submittals • Carry out regular site audits and inspections, and track NCRs and corrective actions through to close-out • Review design and shop drawings from a buildability and quality perspective, working with the design and project teams • Oversee mock-ups, testing and commissioning, and witness key inspections • Lead pre-handover inspections, snagging and defects management to deliver a high-quality customer handover • Coordinate with Dubai Municipality, Civil Defence, DEWA, RERA and other authorities as required • Report quality performance to senior management with clear data and trends • Lead and develop a team of QA/QC engineers and inspectors About you • Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or a related engineering discipline • 12+ years' experience in construction QA/QC, with at least 5 years in a management role • Experience on the developer or client side is strongly preferred, ideally on high-rise, villa communities or luxury and branded residences • Strong knowledge of Dubai authority requirements, ISO 9001 and international standards • Lead auditor certification and NEBOSH/IOSH are an advantage • Confident challenging contractors and consultants, and influencing senior stakeholders • Strong eye for finishing quality and attention to detail Show more Show less