Structural Inspector - Site

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Inspect structural works daily against approved drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Monitor contractor compliance with UAE authority requirements and international standards.
• Identify deviations and issue Site Observation Reports and Non-Conformance Reports as required.
• Review concrete, reinforcement, formwork, structural steel, foundations, waterproofing interfaces, and other structural inspections.
• Coordinate with project specialists to resolve structural issues and verify corrective actions.
• Verify testing, documentation, and quality records, including cube tests, FDT, plate load tests, and calibration certificates.
• Ensure compliance with method statements, ITPs, QA/QC procedures, and health and safety protocols.
• Guide contractors in resolving site issues and maintain inspection records with photographs and compliance notes.

Required qualifications

• 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 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, documentation, technical report writing, and digital inspection or QA/QC systems.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, English communication skills, and commitment to safety, ethics, and quality.
• Valid UAE driver's license and ability to travel between project sites.
• Ability to access structural elements in constrained or elevated locations and adapt to site conditions and weather.

Preferred qualifications

• Site safety certifications such as OSHA, NEBOSH, or equivalent are preferred.
• Experience preparing and managing Non-Conformance Reports and Site Observation Reports is preferred.
• Proficiency with inspection software and digital documentation tools is preferred.
• The visible description also lists knowledge of concrete testing protocols, including cube tests and FDT, among preferred qualifications.

Workplace and contract

• The role involves site supervision and inspection in Abu Dhabi.
• The description states a permanent contract.