Townsend Contracting is a reputable, privately owned BM Trada Q-Mark certified contractor specialising in turnkey block restoration, including fire door installation and maintenance and passive firestopping. With a growing pipeline of fire safety projects, we are seeking a QA Manager to play a key role in upholding our standards of safety, compliance, and quality.
Townsend Contracting currently delivers large-scale fire safety and restoration works on behalf of some of the UK's leading Build to Rent (BTR) developers, with ongoing projects across major regional cities. This role will include close involvement with the client's management team, requiring strong communication and professionalism to represent the company at a senior level.
Role Description
This is a full-time role based in
Manchester, United Kingdom
.
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the QA Manager will oversee quality assurance across multiple fire safety projects, ensuring all works are delivered in line with fire safety regulations, client specifications, third-party accreditations, and internal quality benchmarks.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out on-site inspections and audits across live fire door, firestopping, and restoration projects.
Use Bolster Systems to record, track, and manage all inspection data, photographic evidence, and QA documentation - proficiency in Bolster Systems or similar QA software is essential.
Ensure all installations comply with BM Trada Q-Mark standards, manufacturer specifications, and current fire safety regulations.
Prepare and maintain detailed QA documentation, photographic evidence, and inspection reports to support certification requirements.
Work closely with project teams, subcontractors, and site management to address and close out any non-conformances.
Provide technical guidance to site operatives and supervisors to ensure works are completed to the required standard.
Support the management team in developing and refining company quality procedures and project-specific QA templates.
Monitor and identify trends or recurring issues, recommending corrective and preventative measures to maintain consistent quality.
Stay informed of updates to fire protection standards, building regulations, and best practices within the passive fire industry.
Requirements
Proven experience in a Quality Assurance or Inspection role within the construction or Passive Fire Protection sector.
In-depth knowledge of Passive Fire Protection systems, relevant codes of practice, and regulatory requirements.
Strong understanding of compartmentation, fire stopping, and fire-resisting construction methods.
Proficiency in Bolster Systems for recording, tracking, and managing QA inspections and photographic evidence (essential).
Excellent attention to detail and report-writing skills.
Comfortable working independently on site and undertaking regular travel to sites nationwide as required.
Relevant qualifications in fire protection and construction.
Full UK driving licence.
The successful candidate will be well rewarded for their hard work, with a highly competitive remuneration package and the opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth and success of the business.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: 50,000.00-55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work from home
Work Location: In person
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