Quality Control Analyst (Construction) – Nairobi at Summit Recruitment and Search

Salary: Monthly Gross Salary: KSH 70,000 – 90,000(Approx 541USD)

• Our client is seeking a Quality Control Analyst to support quality control activities within a production environment.
• The role will involve testing construction materials, conducting laboratory and field inspections, reviewing specifications, and ensuring products meet required quality, safety, and industry standards. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, technically strong, and experienced in materials testing and quality control, preferably within the manufacturing or construction sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect and test construction materials, including concrete, cement, steel, and other raw materials, through laboratory and field testing to verify strength, durability, safety, and compliance with quality standards.
• Monitor production processes and enforce quality control procedures to ensure products consistently meet approved specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Review engineering drawings, project plans, specifications, and applicable standards to establish and verify required quality benchmarks.
• Document and analyse test results, inspection findings, deviations, and non-conformities, and prepare accurate quality control reports with recommendations.
• Identify defects and quality issues, investigate root causes, and recommend appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with engineers, production teams, and project managers to resolve quality issues and support continuous improvement of production and quality processes.
• Maintain QC testing equipment and ensure proper calibration, functionality, record-keeping, and compliance with relevant safety and quality requirements.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Previous and recent experience in quality control, preferably within the manufacturing or construction sector.
• Hands-on experience in construction materials testing, particularly concrete, cement, steel, and other raw materials.
• Knowledge of quality control procedures, construction/civil engineering standards, safety regulations, and laboratory testing practices.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, technical documentation, and quality control reporting, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with QC testing equipment, engineering drawings, CAD, ERP, or quality management systems is an added advantage.