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Quality Manager
2026-05-14T22:45:31+00:00
Amentum
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FULL_TIME
Rest of Kenya
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Construction
Management, Science & Engineering, Business Operations, Construction, Civil & Government, Defense Contractors
KES
MONTH
2026-05-18T17:00:00+00:00
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Minimum Requirements

Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Industrial, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering/scientific field, based on a four-year course of study from an accredited U.S., U.K., or equivalent institution.

Certification and Experience:

  • Current Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) certification or equivalent.
  • At least five (5) years of experience in preparing and enforcing QMS programs on contracts of similar size, scope, and complexity.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage quality assurance programs and lead a multi-disciplinary team in a complex environment.
  • Strong knowledge of quality management principles, including ISO standards and best practices for QMS implementation.

Other Requirements:

  • The Quality Manager or designated alternate cannot be the same person as the SSHO (Site Safety and Health Officer).
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively enforce quality measures, prepare reports, and collaborate with various stakeholders.
  • Excellent leadership and problem-solving skills to address quality and compliance challenges effectively.
  • Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance for the duration of deployment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce.
  • Valid country driver's license.
  • Country visa (as required in line with the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide).
  • Experience with U.S. Navy or Department of Defense contracts, particularly those requiring complex compliance measures.
  • Familiarity with construction and project management environments involving civil, industrial, electrical, or mechanical systems.
  • Advanced certifications related to quality control or project management, such as ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or PMP certification.
  • Managing and enforcing the Contractor’s Quality Management System (QMS) on all facets of the project to ensure compliance with contract requirements, policies, and best practices.
  • Ensuring a presence on-site during the Government’s regular working hours and availability on-site within two hours after the Government’s regular working hours if required.
  • Overseeing quality audits, inspections, and evaluations of work performed to confirm adherence to QMS procedures and industry standards.
  • Collaborating with project teams to identify and address non-conformance issues, implementing corrective actions as necessary to maintain quality.
  • Reporting directly to a senior corporate official, maintaining independence from the Project Manager as required per contract guidelines.
  • Preparing detailed reports summarizing quality assurance activities, findings, and corrective actions, ensuring senior leadership remains informed of contract compliance efforts.
  • Leading the quality team in the implementation of quality inspection protocols and QMS compliance measures.
  • Guiding and mentoring quality assurance personnel on best practices, policies, and technical standards to maintain consistent performance across all quality operations.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent leadership and problem-solving skills
  • Strong knowledge of quality management principles, including ISO standards and best practices for QMS implementation.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Industrial, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering/scientific field, based on a four-year course of study from an accredited U.S., U.K., or equivalent institution.
  • Current Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) certification or equivalent.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage quality assurance programs and lead a multi-disciplinary team in a complex environment.
  • The Quality Manager or designated alternate cannot be the same person as the SSHO (Site Safety and Health Officer).
  • Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance for the duration of deployment.
  • Prior experience in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce.
  • Valid country driver's license.
  • Country visa (as required in line with the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide).
  • Experience with U.S. Navy or Department of Defense contracts, particularly those requiring complex compliance measures.
  • Familiarity with construction and project management environments involving civil, industrial, electrical, or mechanical systems.
  • Advanced certifications related to quality control or project management, such as ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or PMP certification.
bachelor degree
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Vacancy title:
Quality Manager

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Construction, Category: Management, Science & Engineering, Business Operations, Construction, Civil & Government, Defense Contractors]

Jobs at:
Amentum

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, May 18 2026

Duty Station:
Rest of Kenya | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, May 14 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

 

Minimum Requirements

Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Industrial, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering/scientific field, based on a four-year course of study from an accredited U.S., U.K., or equivalent institution.

Certification and Experience:

  • Current Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) certification or equivalent.
  • At least five (5) years of experience in preparing and enforcing QMS programs on contracts of similar size, scope, and complexity.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage quality assurance programs and lead a multi-disciplinary team in a complex environment.
  • Strong knowledge of quality management principles, including ISO standards and best practices for QMS implementation.

Other Requirements:

  • The Quality Manager or designated alternate cannot be the same person as the SSHO (Site Safety and Health Officer).
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively enforce quality measures, prepare reports, and collaborate with various stakeholders.
  • Excellent leadership and problem-solving skills to address quality and compliance challenges effectively.
  • Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance for the duration of deployment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce.
  • Valid country driver's license.
  • Country visa (as required in line with the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide).
  • Experience with U.S. Navy or Department of Defense contracts, particularly those requiring complex compliance measures.
  • Familiarity with construction and project management environments involving civil, industrial, electrical, or mechanical systems.
  • Advanced certifications related to quality control or project management, such as ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or PMP certification.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

Apply https://www.amentum.com/

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Job Info
Job Category: Management jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Monday, May 18 2026
Duty Station: Rest of Kenya | Nairobi
Posted: 15-05-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 14-05-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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