Construction Quality Assurance Manager

Job Summary: Construction Quality Assurance Manager (Offshore)

SSE Renewables is seeking a Construction Quality Assurance Manager to join their Offshore Development & Construction Services team. This is a high-impact leadership role within SSE’s “Transforming for Growth” plan, which involves a £33bn investment in electricity infrastructure by 2030.

You will be responsible for the “Quality DNA” of major renewable energy projects, ensuring that massive capital assets—such as offshore wind farms—are built to the highest standards from initial development through to operational handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Governance & Standards: Define and enforce quality requirements across the full project lifecycle, ensuring that multi-billion pound investments meet both regulatory and internal benchmarks.

• QMS Development: Maintain and continuously improve a robust ISO 9001-aligned Quality Management System (QMS) tailored for large-scale energy projects.

• Contractor & Supply Chain Oversight: Lead internal and international supply chain audits. You will ensure a consistent approach to quality across diverse contractors, specifically in high-stakes areas like welding, testing, and inspections.

• Resource Leadership: Coordinate quality teams across various project sites, managing performance and scaling capabilities as the project pipeline evolves.

• Defect Investigation: Utilize structured Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to investigate technical issues or defects, providing detailed performance reports to senior stakeholders.

Role Details

• Salary: £58,100 – £87,100 + car/car allowance + SSE Renewables Bonus.

• Location: Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, or Lowestoft (Base Location).

• Working Pattern: Permanent, Full-time. “Flexible First” options available.

• Travel: Must be willing and able to attend onshore and offshore sites globally.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Experience:

• Large Capital Projects: Extensive history of managing quality in highly regulated, complex engineering or construction environments.

• ISO 9001 Expertise: Proven ability to implement and audit quality frameworks on a global scale.

• HSEQ Proficiency: Deep understanding of how quality processes integrate with health, safety, and environmental standards.

• Offshore Preparedness: Previous offshore working experience and/or training is essential.

• Technical Tools: Expert in applying RCA, risk assessment, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Leadership Skills:

• Proven ability to build, mentor, and scale quality teams.

• Strong stakeholder management skills, particularly when dealing with international suppliers and contractors.

The Quality Lifecycle in Offshore Renewables

In offshore construction, quality assurance is the primary defense against “infant mortality” of assets and expensive subsea repairs.

1. Development: Defining the quality standards in the contract phase.

2. Manufacturing: Auditing the fabrication of turbines, jackets, and cables at global supplier sites.

3. Construction: On-site inspection of assembly and installation (e.g., verifying weld integrity and bolt tension).

4. Handover: Final certification and documentation to ensure the asset is ready for its 25+ year lifespan.

Why this is a “Career-Defining” Role

• Global Impact: You are directly contributing to the UK and global Net Zero transition.

• Scale of Responsibility: Managing quality for projects that power millions of homes.

• Total Reward Package: Beyond the high salary and car allowance, SSE offers extensive wellbeing benefits, including private healthcare, interest-free loans for tech, and generous family leave policies.

Application Tip: Highlight your “Global Audit” Experience

SSE Renewables is looking for a manager who can handle a global supply chain.

1. Audit Success: Mention a specific instance where your audit of a supplier prevented a major quality failure before the components reached the offshore site.

2. RCA in Action: Provide an example of a complex defect you investigated and how your findings changed the “Standard Operating Procedure” for future projects.

3. Offshore Readiness: Explicitly mention your current offshore certifications (e.g., GWO) in your CV to show you are “ready to go” from day one.

   SSE Renewables is a leading developer, owner, and operator of renewable energy across the UK and Ireland. As a core part of the FTSE-100 listed SSE plc, the company is a primary driver of the group’s “Net Zero Acceleration Programme.” While the global headquarters is in Perth, the Glasgow office at 1 Waterloo Street serves as a vital operational and engineering hub, housing over 600 professionals who manage some of the world’s most ambitious clean energy projects, including the world’s largest offshore wind farm at Dogger Bank.

   Culture and Mission

   The company’s mission is “to provide the energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow.” Its culture is anchored by the “SSE SET” values: Safety, Service, Efficiency, Sustainability, Excellence, and Teamwork. As a “pioneering” employer, SSE Renewables emphasizes a “Flexible First” approach, allowing for a hybrid blend of office and home working. The Glasgow office is known for its collaborative atmosphere and panoramic city views, fostering an environment where engineers, project managers, and digital specialists work together to accelerate the energy transition.

   Key Company Highlights

   Feature	Details
   Specialization	Offshore & Onshore Wind, Hydro, Solar, and Battery Storage
   Glasgow Hub	1 Waterloo Street, Glasgow, G2 6AY
   Workforce	~2,000+ renewables professionals (part of 15,000+ in SSE plc)
   Investment	Delivering a £33bn five-year investment programme to 2027
   Accreditations	Real Living Wage and Fair Tax Mark accredited

   Export to Sheets

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   Major Projects & Innovation (2026)

   SSE Renewables is currently managing a massive pipeline of over 15 GW, with several landmark projects reaching critical milestones in 2026:

   • • Dogger Bank Wind Farm: Moving toward full completion in 2027, this project in the North Sea will be the world’s largest offshore wind farm, capable of powering 6 million homes.

     • Berwick Bank (Firth of Forth): Currently one of the largest offshore wind projects in the global development pipeline, with a planned capacity of 4.1 GW—enough to double the power needs of every home in Scotland.

     • Ossian Floating Wind: A flagship project for floating offshore technology, essential for accessing deeper waters and reaching Scotland’s full wind potential.

     • Hydro Power: Maintaining and modernizing Scotland’s historic hydro fleet, including the “Power from the Glens” infrastructure that provides critical flexibility to the grid.

   Employee Benefits & Development

   SSE is recognized as one of the “UK’s Best Workplaces” and offers a highly competitive benefits package:

   • Leave: 34 days of annual leave (including public holidays) with an option to buy 10 additional days.

   • Family Support: 21 weeks of maternity/adoption leave at full pay and a “gradual return” policy (work 80% hours for 100% pay for 6 months).

   • Wellbeing: Access to private healthcare (Bupa), 24/7 confidential counseling, and subsidized gym memberships.

   • Early Careers: Robust graduate and apprenticeship programs in engineering, commercial strategy, and project management (with 2027 intake cycles typically opening in late 2026).