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Through innovative developments, exceptional customer experiences and a commitment to sustainability, we are shaping places where people can live, work and thrive.\nJoining Arada means becoming part of a collaborative, ambitious and forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering excellence across every aspect of our business.\nRole Purpose:\nThe Senior Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QAQC) Manager is responsible for implementing, managing and continually improving quality across ARADA developments, from design and procurement through construction, testing, commissioning, handover and defects resolution.\nThe role provides independent assurance that the completed product meets approved designs, specifications, applicable statutory requirements and agreed customer standards. Working with development teams, consultants, contractors and operations, the manager drives consistent workmanship, prevents defects and protects building safety, durability, appearance and long-term asset performance.\nKey Responsibilities:\nQuality Implementation and Governance\nEstablish and maintain a Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001 and applicable company and project requirements.\nTranslate quality objectives into project quality plans, assurance programmes, acceptance criteria and clear responsibilities across assigned developments.\nLead assigned QAQC personnel, assess resource needs and provide independent advice to the Senior QHSE and Logistics Director and project leadership.\nMaintain effective document control, traceable inspection records and escalation routes for material quality risks and unresolved concerns.\nDesign and Procurement Assurance\nParticipate in design reviews to verify that performance, durability, buildability, maintainability and customer requirements are addressed, with technical decisions substantiated by the responsible designers.\nDefine quality requirements for consultant appointments, tenders and procurement packages, including inspection responsibilities, testing, acceptance evidence and handover deliverables.\nAssess suppliers and specialist contractors; oversee material submissions, samples, mock-ups, benchmark installations and factory inspections. Verify that substitutions and design changes receive the required technical approval before use.\nConstruction Quality and Technical Assurance\nReview consultant and contractor quality plans, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), method statements and inspection arrangements. Verify competent staffing, effective supervision and compliance with agreed hold and witness points.\nOversee concrete and structural quality controls, including mix approvals, reinforcement and embedded items, pour readiness, placement, curing, sampling and strength results. Verify specialist assurance for structural steel, welding, precast and post-tensioning where applicable.\nOversee quality controls for façades, glazing, cladding, waterproofing, balustrades, anchors, load-bearing connections, fire stopping, cavity barriers and other safety-critical fixtures, including installation inspections and specified performance testing.\nMonitor finishes, joinery, doors, ironmongery, fixtures and fittings against approved samples and benchmarks.\nVerify dimensional tolerances, interfaces, appearance, function and protection of completed work.\nCheck material traceability, storage, test records and inspection status, including Work Inspection Requests\n(WIRs) and Material Inspection Requests (MIRs). Verify that concealed works are inspected before closure.\nCompliance Audits and Quality Risk Management\nMaintain quality risk registers and plan audits and targeted surveillance of consultants, contractors, suppliers and critical construction activities. Verify compliance with applicable approvals, codes, specifications and contractual requirements.\nVerify laboratory competence and accreditation for the relevant test methods, sample traceability, testing frequency and equipment calibration. Escalate failed, inconsistent or missing results for engineering assessment and approved disposition.\nEscalate significant non-compliance promptly and require containment through approved procedures. Recommend rejection, withholding of release or suspension of affected work within delegated and contractual authority.\nNonconformity Management and Continual Improvement\nManage Nonconformance Reports (NCRs), lead investigations into significant defects and establish root causes, accountable owners and corrective actions.\nVerify that repair, replacement or concession proposals receive the required design and contractual approvals.\nConfirm reinspection, supporting evidence and corrective-action effectiveness before closure.\nAnalyse recurring defects and customer complaints; implement lessons learned in design, procurement and construction controls to reduce rework and the cost of poor quality.\nTesting Commissioning and Handover\nOversee quality assurance of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) testing, commissioning and integrated systems testing, including fire and life safety interfaces and specified performance demonstrations.\nEngage Facilities Management (FM) and operations early to verify maintainability, access, asset information, operational requirements and handover acceptance criteria.\nVerify the completeness and technical acceptance of commissioning records, as-built drawings, Operation and\nMaintenance (O&M) manuals, warranties, training, spare parts and required authority approvals.\nLead quality readiness reviews, snagging and verification of defect closure before recommending handover\nacceptance. Escalate unresolved safety or functional defects and oversee quality follow-up during the contractual defects period.\nTraining and Quality Culture\nDevelop and deliver practical quality training for internal teams, consultants and contractors, using approved benchmarks, common defects and lessons learned.\nCoach QAQC personnel and assess competence in inspection, auditing, technical reporting and defect investigation.\nPromote clear accountability for workmanship, accurate reporting and timely escalation of defects and quality concerns.\nReporting and Performance Monitoring\nARADA\nMaintain quality Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and dashboards covering inspection acceptance, overdue NCRs, repeat defects, test failures, rework, consultant and contractor performance, and handover readiness.\nPrepare concise reports for the Senior QHSE and Logistics Director, highlighting material risks, trends, customer impacts and decisions required, with evidence suitable for executive and Board reporting.\nAgree improvement actions with delivery teams, track their effectiveness and use verified data to improve quality across the development portfolio.\nWhat you'll bring:\nEducation\nBachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction engineering or a relevant engineering discipline is preferred, substantial building and infrastructure quality experience is essential for the role.\nProfessional Certifications\nRecognised ISO 9001 Lead Auditor qualification, supported by practical audit experience.\nProfessional membership or chartered status with a recognised engineering or quality institution is desirable.\nRelevant construction quality and specialist inspection qualifications are an advantage.\nExperience\nMinimum ten years’ relevant QAQC experience, including at least five years managing quality on major construction or real estate developments.\nProven experience across design assurance, structural works, concrete, façades, waterproofing, finishes, building services, commissioning and handover, with effective use of specialist expertise.\nExperience implementing quality systems and managing consultant and contractor performance across multiple projects. Developer or project management consultancy experience, and UAE or wider GCC experience, are preferred.\nUsing GenAI in Your Application Process\nTo support a fair and consistent experience for all candidates, we ask that assessments and interviews are completed independently and without assistance from generative AI tools. This ensures we understand your strengths, your thinking, and how you approach real situations.\nWhy join Arada?\nAt Arada, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that transform communities while working alongside talented professionals in a culture that values innovation, collaboration and continuous growth. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and make a meaningful impact.\nEqual Opportunity Statement\nArada is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. 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