Quality Inspector (Structural)

Role overview

Document review and inspection

• Review approved IFC drawings, specifications, method statements, ITPs, checklists and quality procedures; identify inspection stages, hold points, witness points and acceptance criteria.
• Verify current approved documents are available at the work location and that inspections comply with project and applicable standards.
• Inspect foundations, pile caps, pedestals, concrete structures, reinforcement, formwork, embedded items, structural steel, connections and grouting.
• Verify reinforcement diameter, spacing, lap, anchorage, development length, cover, supports and cleanliness before concrete placement.
• Check formwork dimensions, line, level, plumbness, stability, cleanliness and release-agent application; verify anchor bolts and embedded items.
• Monitor concrete placement, temperature, slump, sampling and testing, vibration, finishing, curing and protection; coordinate laboratory tests and address results.
• Inspect steel member identification, orientation, dimensions, alignment, levels, plumbness, bolted connections, welding readiness and applicable coating or fireproofing interfaces.

Inspection coordination and quality records

• Prepare and submit WIR/RFI requests, coordinate inspection schedules, attend joint inspections and record results and outstanding items.
• Do not release work beyond inspection hold points without required approval.
• Identify defective work and assist with NCRs, site observation reports and corrective action requests; coordinate corrective actions, re-inspection and closure.
• Prepare daily reports and maintain traceable inspection, test, material and quality records for audits and handover dossiers.
• Coordinate daily inspections with site teams and subcontractors; support QA/QC engineers during client inspections, quality meetings and audits.
• Flag potential quality issues, support punch-list close-out and promote a proactive quality culture.

Qualifications and experience

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8–15 years of QA/QC inspection experience in major civil, Oil & Gas, LNG, petrochemical or EPC projects.
• Strong practical experience in reinforced concrete, foundations and structural steel inspection.
• Good knowledge of drawings, specifications, method statements, ITPs, inspection procedures, and concrete, reinforcement and structural steel testing.
• Hands-on experience preparing and closing WIR/RFI, NCRs, punch lists and quality documentation.
• Familiarity with ADNOC specifications and applicable standards; working knowledge of ACI, ASTM, BS/EN, ISO and relevant construction standards.
• Ability to interpret IFC drawings, structural details, bar bending schedules and construction specifications.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Word and Excel; good communication, coordination and reporting skills.
• Able to work in a demanding site-based Oil & Gas/LNG construction environment.

Preferred experience

• ADNOC project experience is highly preferred.
• Experience in LNG plants, gas processing plants, refineries, petrochemical facilities, pipe racks, major industrial projects, equipment foundations or heavy industrial structural work is advantageous.
• Knowledge of applicable ADNOC structural requirements is preferred.