Project Quality Manager (m/w/d)

- Join a fast-growing global company and support its expansion projects. - Start: ASAP | Location: Zurich | Onsite

Our client is a well-established international company based in Zurich, delivering complex technical projects across a variety of industries. The organisation offers an innovative and collaborative environment where employees can contribute to large-scale developments while benefiting from excellent long-term career opportunities. Job Description - Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific quality strategies, procedures, and control systems. - Lead and mentor the site quality team, fostering a strong culture of accountability and continuous improvement. - Promote a "Right First Time" mindset across all project stakeholders. - Establish, monitor, and report key quality metrics and performance indicators. - Analyze quality trends, identify recurring issues, and implement sustainable corrective actions. - Ensure quality management systems and project documentation remain accurate, accessible, and compliant. - Coordinate inspections, testing activities, commissioning readiness, and project handovers. - Collaborate with package managers and project teams to ensure quality requirements are integrated throughout the construction process. - Support planning activities by proactively identifying risks, constraints, and improvement opportunities. - Work closely with cross-functional teams including Construction, Engineering, HSE, Planning, and Commissioning. - Contribute to Lean Construction and operational excellence initiatives across the project. - Ensure the highest standards of workplace safety while promoting a 0-incident culture. The Successful Applicant - Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quality Management, or a related technical discipline. - Minimum 10 years of experience within quality management on large-scale construction, engineering, industrial, data centre, or infrastructure projects. - Proven track record of successfully leading quality teams on complex projects. - Strong understanding of QA/QC processes, construction methodologies, commissioning activities, and project delivery. - Experience developing quality systems, reporting frameworks, and performance metrics. - Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. - Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to motivate teams and drive accountability. - Strategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term objectives and day-to-day project delivery. - Proficient in common project management, reporting, and document management tools. - Fluent in English; additional European languages are considered an advantage. - Hands-on, delivery-focused mindset with the willingness to go the extra mile in fast-paced project environments.

- Professional certifications in Quality Management, Construction Management, or Project Management. - Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher). - PMP certification or equivalent project management qualification. - Membership of relevant professional engineering or quality organizations. What's on Offer - Private health insurance contribution up to CHF 300/month - Relocation support package for international candidates - Company-supported mobility and transportation allowance - Temporary accommodation available when relocating - Long-term career progression on major international projects - Collaborative and multicultural working environment