Structural Inspector - Site

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Inspect structural works daily against approved IFC and shop drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Monitor contractor activities for compliance with UAE authority requirements and international standards.
• Identify deviations and issue Site Observation Reports and Non-Conformance Reports with actionable recommendations.
• Inspect concrete, reinforcement, formwork, structural steel, foundations, waterproofing interfaces, and other structural elements.
• Coordinate with project disciplines to resolve issues and verify corrective actions.
• Verify testing and quality records, enforce QA/QC procedures, and guide contractors on site issues.
• Maintain photographic inspection records, follow safety protocols, use digital inspection systems, and report findings to stakeholders.

Required qualifications and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• At least 8 years of structural site inspection experience in the UAE construction industry; consultant experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of structural materials, workmanship, defects, UAE building codes, authority requirements, and relevant international standards.
• Ability to interpret IFC drawings, shop drawings, specifications, ITPs, and method statements accurately.
• Proficiency with inspection tools, site testing coordination, and documentation procedures.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, technical report writing, and familiarity with digital inspection or QA/QC systems.
• Effective verbal and written English communication, a valid UAE driver's license, and ability to travel between project sites.
• Physical ability to access constrained or elevated structural locations, commitment to safety and ethics, and ability to work collaboratively across varied site conditions.

Work arrangement

• The role involves on-site structural inspections in Dubai and travel between project sites as required.

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