Commissioning and Quality Assurance Manager

We're looking for talented people who want to shape the way we work, influence best practice, and make a meaningful difference to the resilience of essential infrastructure. As our Commissioning and Quality Assurance Manager, you will lead and manage commissioning and QA activities across infrastructure projects, ensuring every system is designed, installed, tested, and commissioned to meet exacting technical, regulatory, and client standards. You'll act as the division's Subject Matter Expert, guiding our teams through project lifecycles and embedding a rightfirsttime culture. From developing commissioning plans and overseeing testing, to establishing robust QA/QC processes and delivering compliant handover documentation, you will be instrumental in ensuring we deliver safe, reliable, and efficient assets that stand the test of time.

We're seeking someone who brings a balance of technical expertise, leadership capability, and a commitment to quality. You will be comfortable influencing across design, construction, and operational functions, able to coach others, and confident in representing the division with clients, contractors, and regulators. Knowledge & Skills

• Strong leadership, coaching capability, and the ability to influence across multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• High attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• SME-level knowledge of technical standards/specifications for wastewater pipelines and pumping stations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience
• Proven background in commissioning and QA for MEICA infrastructure (ideally water/wastewater)
• Strong working knowledge of BS EN, IEC, WIMES and other industry standards
• Understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Experience in coaching and supporting project teams
Qualifications Essential
• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Control Engineering (or equivalent)
Desirable
• Experience with SCADA, PLC, and telemetry systems
• Knowledge of IED compliance and environmental permitting
This is a dynamic role within a growing division where you'll have the opportunity to shape processes, influence best practice, and contribute directly to successful project outcomes. If you're passionate about delivering quality engineering solutions and want to make a significant impact from day one, we'd love to hear from you.

Browne Group is a leading utilities contractor specialising in the water and civil engineering sectors. We deliver complex, sustainable solutions that enhance public infrastructure, improve network resilience, and reduce environmental impact. Our industry-leading digital approach to project management and quality control ensures consistent delivery to the highest standards. Our expertise spans infrastructure, non-infrastructure, and maintenance services across the water and wastewater sectors. We deliver civil engineering works including pipelines, pumping stations and reservoirs; MEICA solutions covering mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation; and long-term maintenance programmes that support asset reliability and operational efficiency. This integrated capability enables us to meet diverse client needs across the full asset lifecycle. Browne is a subsidiary of Renew Holdings plc, a leading UK Engineering Services business. The Group operates through independently branded subsidiaries across UK and European markets, delivering essential infrastructure maintenance and renewal through its highly skilled, directly employed workforce., Join us and help define excellence in water and wastewater project delivery. The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country. About Browne Construction