Job Description

Talent Pool - Airport QA/QC Manager roles for Middle East projects focus on establishing and overseeing quality assurance and quality control systems across complex aviation developments. Candidates are responsible for implementing quality plans, conducting audits and inspections, and ensuring compliance with international standards and project specifications. This talent pool targets experienced professionals with strong leadership skills and a proven track record in maintaining quality across large-scale airport or infrastructure projects in the region.

Responsibilities

• Act as the PMC representative for all QA/QC matters, coordinating between the contractor, client, and supervision team during project execution.
• Review the Program-wide quality management plan provided by the client and develop, manage, and update a project-specific Quality Management Strategy and Plan in coordination with the Project Director.
• Establish project QA/QC procedures that integrate with program-wide standards and Hill procedures.
• Monitor and report on project non-conformances and issue Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) as required.
• Administer the quality assurance and quality control regime across all project works.
• Oversee and report on the progress of construction works with respect to quality compliance.
• Provide QA/QC input to the project's weekly, monthly, and executive reports.
• Manage and coordinate with the Construction Supervision Consultant (CSC) to review inspections, monitor work quality, track deficiency corrections, issue NCRs, and verify acceptance of completed work.
• Conduct regular QA/QC meetings to review compliance, address gaps, and formulate corrective action items.
• Ensure the PMC Performance Management Framework (PMF) for quality is effectively implemented, achieving KPIs and milestone targets.
• Provide oversight of the main contractor's delivery of quality throughout all phases, including construction, fit-out, and commissioning.
• Participate in project close-out activities to verify quality documentation and compliance with approved plans.
• Ensure adherence to Hill International's Quality, Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Director or line manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Management from an accredited university.
• Professional experience of at least 15+ years, including holding the position of Quality Manager on large projects.
• Qualified and experienced Lead Auditor/ISO 9001 Lead Assessor.
• Experience and familiarity with the cultural aspects of project management.
• Extensive knowledge of quality principles/tools and their applications to engineering, environment, procurement, construction, testing, operations, or decommissioning.
• Knowledge of applying reconciled corrective actions to cases of non-conformity.
• Knowledge of organizational requirements and functional specializations that affect the quality plan program.
• Possess popular and editorial communication skills.
• Skill in managing financial performance.
• Familiarity with the use of computer applications and programs.
• Ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Experience of working internationally (preference for GCC experience).

About Us

Hill International, with more than 4,300+ professionals in over 100 offices worldwide, provides program management, project management, construction management, project management oversight, advisory, facilities management, and other consulting services to clients in a variety of market sectors. Engineering News-Record magazine recently ranked Hill as one of the largest program management firms in the world. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com .

Hill is exclusively a program, project, and construction management provider, meaning we have one focus as a company: protecting client interests. Free of any potential conflicts, our entire business is geared towards helping clients achieve their desired outcomes. We are dedicated to exceeding expectations throughout the entire construction project lifecycle and adapt to the needs of each assignment to develop tailored approaches and solutions to meet those needs.

Hill is a GISI Consulting Group company, part of the Global Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. (GISI) family of companies. Learn more about GISI Consulting Group at www.gisiconsulting.com .

Hill International is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled

Note : This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned in the job title. Various other duties as required.