John Paul

International construction, infrastructure, and fit-out specialists

Group Quality Director

Construction ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeDublin, IrelandNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Surveying, or a related discipline is required.
At least 15 years of construction industry experience, including significant senior leadership responsibility in quality management, is required.
A proven track record within a large main contractor, developer, or construction group is required.
Extensive experience leading quality programmes across multiple projects, regions, or business units is required.
Strong knowledge and practical application of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems is required.
Experience managing quality functions across complex, large-scale construction projects is required.
Demonstrated success building, developing, and leading high-performing quality teams is required.
Expert knowledge of quality management systems, governance frameworks, and compliance requirements is required.
A strong understanding of construction methodologies and project delivery processes is required.
Experience implementing integrated management systems across multiple jurisdictions is required.
Strong audit, risk management, and continuous improvement capabilities are required.
Familiarity with modern construction methods, digital quality systems, and BIM-enabled project delivery is required.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement the Group Quality Strategy in alignment with company growth plans and operational objectives.
Establish a consistent quality framework across all business units, projects, and regions.
Act as the executive leader for all quality-related matters across the organisation.
Drive a culture of right-first-time delivery, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
Promote quality as a differentiator in winning and delivering projects.
Maintain and continuously improve the Group Integrated Management System.
Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards and support alignment with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
Develop, monitor, and report on key quality performance indicators across all regions.
Lead internal and external audits and ensure effective closure of findings and corrective actions.
Establish governance processes to ensure consistent standards across all projects.
Build, develop, and mentor regional Quality Managers and project quality teams.
Establish a high-performing quality function to support international growth.
Create succession plans and talent development pathways within the quality organisation.
Collaborate with construction, technical, design, commercial, and HSEQ teams.
Represent quality with clients, consultants, certification bodies, and regulatory authorities.
Support project teams during client audits and quality reviews.
Provide regular reporting and strategic updates to the Executive Leadership Team and Board.
Drive adoption of digital quality management tools and reporting systems.
Develop quality benchmarking programmes across projects and regions.
Identify emerging industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
Lead initiatives to improve productivity, reduce defects, and enhance customer satisfaction.

Desired Qualifications

Experience across several of these sectors is highly desirable: data centres, residential developments, commercial construction, life sciences or pharmaceutical, industrial and logistics, healthcare, education, and mixed-use developments.

Group Quality Director

John Paul · Dublin, Ireland · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-20

Workplace: on_site

Department: Quality

Description

At John Paul Construction, we believe every project is an opportunity to improve on what's come before. To foster that mindset, we hire the brightest and best in the industry, encourage collaboration, and embrace innovative thinking and new technology.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

· Develop and implement the Group Quality Strategy aligned with the company's growth plans and operational objectives.

· Establish a consistent quality framework across all business units, projects and regions.

· Act as the executive leader for all quality-related matters across the organisation.

· Drive a culture of "right first time" delivery, continuous improvement and operational excellence.

· Promote quality as a key differentiator in winning and delivering projects

Quality Management & Governance

· Maintain and continuously improve the Group Integrated Management System (IMS).

· Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards and support alignment with wider ISO frameworks including ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.

· Develop, monitor and report on key quality performance indicators across all regions.

· Lead internal and external audits and ensure effective close-out of findings and corrective actions.

· Establish robust governance processes to ensure consistency of standards across all projects.

Team Development & Leadership

· Build, develop and mentor regional Quality Managers and project quality teams.

· Establish a high-performing quality function capable of supporting continued international growth.

· Create succession plans and talent development pathways within the quality organisation.

· Collaborate closely with construction, technical, design, commercial and HSEQ teams.

Stakeholder Management

· Act as the primary quality representative with clients, consultants, certification bodies and regulatory authorities.

· Support project teams during client audits and quality reviews.

· Provide regular reporting and strategic updates to the Executive Leadership Team and Board.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

· Drive the adoption of digital quality management tools and reporting systems.

· Develop quality benchmarking programmes across projects and regions.

· Identify emerging industry trends, technologies and best practices.

· Lead initiatives that improve productivity, reduce defects and enhance customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Essential Experience

· Degree qualified in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Surveying or a related discipline.

· Minimum 15 years' construction industry experience, with significant senior leadership responsibility within quality management.

· Proven track record within a large Main Contractor, Developer, or Construction Group.

· Extensive experience leading quality programmes across multiple projects, regions or business units.

· Strong knowledge and practical application of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.

· Experience managing quality functions across complex, large-scale construction projects.

· Demonstrated success in building, developing and leading high-performing quality teams.

Sector Experience

Experience across several of the following sectors is highly desirable:

· Data Centres

· Residential Developments

· Commercial Construction

· Life Sciences / Pharmaceutical

· Industrial & Logistics

· Healthcare

· Education

· Mixed-Use Developments

Knowledge & Technical Skills

· Expert knowledge of quality management systems, governance frameworks and compliance requirements.

· Strong understanding of construction methodologies and project delivery processes.

· Experience implementing integrated management systems across multiple jurisdictions.

· Excellent audit, risk management and continuous improvement capabilities.

· Familiarity with modern construction methods, digital quality systems and BIM-enabled project delivery.

Benefits

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe in fostering a work environment where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and are given the opportunity to reach their full potential.

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About the Company

John Paul

International construction, infrastructure, and fit-out specialists

John Paul Construction delivers international construction, infrastructure and fit-out projects for national and global clients using multiple delivery methods, from traditional contracting to early contractor involvement and integrated project delivery. Its work spans preconstruction, management contracting, design and build, and turnkey arrangements, guided by collaborative processes and rigorous project management from concept to handover. The company differentiates itself by a long-standing reputation for integrity, professionalism and excellence, demonstrated by repeat business and the ability to manage large, complex schemes across several countries. Its goal is to add value at every project stage and exceed client expectations by delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget while maintaining strong client relationships.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Sandyford, Ireland
Founded: 1949

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