Director Assurance and Audit - Material (SDU4) - 20005184

Overview

Director Assurance and Audit - Material (SDU4) role focused on translating strategic quality objectives into operational plans and leading assurance and audit activities across Development Business Units and Asset Delivery Teams with a specialized focus on materials. Responsible for the effective implementation of the Quality Management System (QMS), audit readiness, and compliance with quality standards. Leads stage gate reviews, monitors performance metrics, drives continuous improvement, and collaborates with senior leadership, Development Business Units, and Asset Delivery Teams to mitigate quality risks and ensure best practices are applied across projects.

Responsibilities

Translate strategic goals into operational plans for Assurance and Audit across business units

Oversee execution of the Assurance and Audit strategy within assigned domains

Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for construction materials, providing technical guidance on specifications, testing, and compliance

Lead cross-functional coordination to ensure quality integration in development and delivery

Supervise audit planning, execution, and follow-up activities

Ensure stage gate reviews are conducted with full compliance and documentation

Validate procurement quality requirements and ensure consistent application across projects

Monitor contractor and consultant adherence to design quality assurance processes

Ensure QMS implementation across development teams and business units

Support internal and external audit readiness and response coordination

Promote a culture of quality ownership and continuous improvement

Represent the Assurance and Audit function in operational leadership forums

Ensure quality resources and consultants are allocated effectively to projects

Track and report on quality KPIs and performance metrics

Drive adoption of quality best practices across teams and projects

Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies

Engage with external stakeholders to align quality expectations and deliverables

Requirements

BSc in Engineering, Quality Management or similar degree (i.e. UK Level 6)

Chartered Quality Professional CQP MCQI or similar

Certified ISO 9001 Quality Management System Lead Auditor

Over 12 years of leadership experience in the Construction Industry on mega or giga projects

Strong knowledge of construction materials, testing standards (ASTM, BS, ACI), and specifications

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

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