Quality Control Site Supervisor

Cairn Homes has a unique opportunity for a Quality Control Supervisor to join our growing team, in a fast-paced dynamic working environment. This is a multi-site role that requires ongoing quality inspections across all of Cairn apartment and housing sites based on a weekly inspection schedule.

Key responsibilities;

Typically, the candidate will be expected to undertake and assist with the following duties across the full portfolio of Cairn live sites.

• Undertake daily walkthrough Inspections of all Cairn Homes operational sites to identify and report any compliance or defect issues relating to ongoing works.
• Travel to Cairn Sites (Predominantly in the Cork Region) based on a weekly schedule set and agreed by our supervisor lead.
• Attend nominated site activities where required, e.g. meetings, whiteboards etc
• Ensure that all Cairn quality procedures are understood and are being followed by the Cairn Site Teams & Subcontractors
• Build and develop strong working relationships with Cairn Site Teams including Project and Site Managers.
• Proactively investigate building defects or issues of concern relating to quality when identified during site inspections
• Input quality data and monthly reports into Cairn’s construction software platform. (Training provided on our system as part of the onboarding)
• Conduct a verbal debrief with the Site Manager or nominated contact, discuss key observations, recurring issues, and immediate actions.
• Continually develop your quality expertise to increase your knowledge, and expertise in Quality activities, building regulations and best practices through training courses and CPD. (Cairn provide a training allowance & professional subscriptions / fees for all employees).
• Work within a collective team environment that creates a quality culture that supports high employee morale
• Undertake such other tasks as may be reasonably requested by your Manager.

The candidate

• Background in large scale, residential construction with emphasis on Apartments and housing developments
• Trades background with appropriate certification (preferable)
• 5 + years’ experience in a similar role
• Knowledge of typical construction details and good working knowledge of latest building regulations
• Excellent communication skills
• To be methodical, pay attention to detail and be inquisitive challenging site teams.
• To be good at working with people at all levels and willing to work in a team.
• To be self-motivated with ability to work on own initiative.
• Be willing travel to Cairn Sites Nationwide and hold a full driver’s licence.
• Previous experience using mobile devices to capture, upload and report defects would be beneficial

Working with Cairn:

At Cairn, we believe it is essential that our employees feel valued and appreciated. We therefore offer above industry average remuneration packages with a comprehensive benefits portfolio that’s ready to support you for whatever life brings.

We are delighted to offer a suite of benefits when you join Cairn which include;

• Competitive salary
• Performance related bonus
• Pension scheme with matching contributions
• Full health insurance with Irish Life health
• Annual salary review
• Continuous Professional development (CPD) programme & funding
• Paid maternity & paternity leave
• Free Cairn annual leave days
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Employee Assistance Programme with VHI
• Tax saver - travel and bike to work
• Culture Committee
• Talent Development Programmes
• Approved Profit Sharing Scheme (APSS)
• Company vehicle (role dependent)

The Cairn purpose is to build sustainable communities where people can thrive.

At Cairn, it’s not what we build, it’s why we build. It’s about putting down a marker that will stand for generations to come. Creating new communities of connection and belonging for an Ireland where people can thrive. Reshaping, redefining, reinvigorating our place in the world. Building for people, progress, and potential.

Because when Cairn build, it’s Built For Good.