QA Engineer

QA Engineer

We are Cunningham. Founded in 2006, Cunningham is one of the UK's and Europe's leading construction companies. With extensive operations across multiple markets, we have built a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and safety, delivering successful projects through a proactive, collaborative approach.

Our expertise spans a diverse range of sectors, including Mission Critical & Life Sciences, Education, Healthcare, Fit Out, Residential, and Civils & Structural projects.

Today, Cunningham employs more than 280 professionals across offices in Ireland, Germany, and the UK. Working in partnership with our clients, we unlock the full potential of every project, transforming ambitious visions into successful outcomes while creating exciting opportunities for our people.

At Cunningham you will be given the opportunity to excel in your career. Our people set us apart, and that’s why we invest in your journey from day one. Your expertise, ambition, and commitment will be recognised and rewarded as you build a successful career with us.

We are currently seeking an experienced and talented QA Engineer to join our high performing team.

REPORTING TO: Quality Manager

LOCATION: Skelleftea, Sweden

CONTRACT TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

Role Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific QA/QC procedures in alignment with project specifications, client requirements, and company Quality Management Systems.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards, project quality plans, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote and maintain a strong culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement across the project.
• Support internal and external quality audits, ensuring compliance with QMS and client standards.
• Monitor and inspect construction activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, codes, and industry standards.
• Conduct inspections across Civil, Structural, and Architectural (CSA) works including but not limited to:
• Inspect and verify Mechanical and Electrical installations, including but not limited to:
• Ensure works are completed in accordance with approved Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date quality documentation, including:
• Ensure traceability of materials and installation processes.
• Manage and maintain quality dossiers, turnover documentation, and project QA records.
• Submittal & Technical reviews/ verify subcontractor submissions including:
• Ensure submissions comply with project specifications, design requirements, and applicable standards.
• Provide technical quality support to construction teams during installation and inspections.
• Raise and manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for deviations from approved specifications or procedures.
• Track and ensure timely implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Work with construction teams and subcontractors to identify root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Verify that all materials delivered to site meet approved specifications and standards.
• Coordinate and review material testing, including concrete, steel, aggregates, and other construction materials.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards/ project-specific standards.
• Coordinate with third-party laboratories and testing agencies to validate material performance.
• Review commissioning documentation and quality submissions for MEP systems and vendor packages.
• Coordinate with commissioning teams to ensure quality requirements are met
• Witness inspections, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Liaise with construction teams, design consultants, subcontractors, vendors, and client representatives to resolve quality issues.
• Support site teams in implementing corrective actions and quality improvements.
• Participate in coordination meetings to address quality risks and construction challenges.
• Maintain and report quality KPIs and project quality metrics, including:
• Provide regular quality performance reports and dashboards to project management.
• Participate in project handover and closeout activities.
• Ensure completion and accuracy of:
• Support preparation of client turnover packages for data centre operational readiness.

The Candidate

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering or Construction
• Proven experience as a QA/QC Engineer on large-scale construction projects, ideally within data centres, industrial, pharmaceutical, or high-tech sectors.
• Strong understanding of CSA and MEP construction methods, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience developing and implementing QA/QC procedures and managing ITPs, inspections, and NCRs.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and technical documentation across multiple disciplines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors.
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to manage multiple work fronts.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, technically complex, and deadline-driven project environment. ,

Skills & Attributes:

• The ability to work as part of cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communicator, with ability to convey complex information well.
• The ability to create and maintain good working relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Highly organised in relation to management of tasks and deadlines.
• Good attention to detail.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Additional information

• All candidates must have the Right to Work in the EU at the time of application. Proof of this will be required for any candidate who is successful in the role.
• This role will at time to time, require working in other locations, including construction sites or at client offices. A degree of flexibility is therefore required.

Benefits

As part of the Cunningham team, you will be offered the following employee benefits in addition to your market leading salary:

• Attractive Annual Leave
• Accommodation Support
• Travel Support
  
• Company maternity / paternity pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing Events
• Company Occupational Health
• Social Events
• Team Development Days
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Bespoke career pathways
• Support for Chartership Pathways
• Professional Membership Support
• Branded clothing

To apply for this role, please visit: to find out more and share your CV with us today.

Cunningham is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.