Material Inspector

Role overview

Testing and inspection duties

• Test soil, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and other construction materials in laboratories and in the field.
• Perform soil moisture, particle-size distribution, Atterberg limits, and compaction tests; verify field density and compaction for earthworks and road layers.
• Conduct concrete slump, temperature, sampling, and cube tests for bridge foundations, piers, abutments, decks, and other structural elements.
• Test aggregates and asphalt for roadworks; support testing of bridge materials and specified reinforcement-related samples where applicable.
• Collect, label, prepare, transport, and store samples according to approved procedures.
• Maintain and calibrate testing equipment, keep calibration certificates valid, record results, and prepare test reports.
• Report non-compliant results and coordinate sampling, testing, and material acceptance with engineers, inspectors, and QA/QC personnel.
• Follow project specifications, approved procedures, and applicable standards; keep laboratory records and the laboratory clean, organized, and safe.

Qualifications

• Diploma or technical qualification in Civil Engineering, Laboratory Technology, or a related discipline.
• At least five years of experience and relevant materials-testing experience on infrastructure and bridge construction projects.
• Practical knowledge of soil, aggregate, concrete, and asphalt testing.
• Familiarity with applicable testing standards, laboratory procedures, and quality requirements.
• Ability to operate testing equipment, maintain accurate records, and prepare test reports.
• Attention to detail and communication skills.

Preferred qualification

• Previous UAE experience is preferred.

Onboarding

• New hires must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.

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