Structural Inspector - Site

Position overview

Key responsibilities

• Inspect daily structural work, including foundations, piles, concrete elements, precast components and structural steel.
• Verify work against IFC and shop drawings, specifications, method statements and contract requirements; inspect reinforcement before concrete placement.
• Witness concrete placement, sampling, testing, curing and quality control; inspect steel fabrication, erection, connections and protective treatments.
• Check alignment, tolerances, temporary works and erection stability; conduct fabrication-yard or factory inspections as required.
• Coordinate structural work with architectural, MEP, theming, attraction and specialty teams; inspect supports for themed elements, rides and entertainment facilities.
• Identify defects and non-conformances, follow up corrective actions, maintain inspection and quality records, and support meetings, snagging and handover.
• Ensure compliance with project quality, safety and environmental requirements.

Technical competencies

• Reinforced concrete, structural steel fabrication and erection, welding and bolted connection inspection.
• NDT coordination and review, steel tolerances and alignment, surface treatment, galvanizing and protective coatings.
• Foundation and piling works, precast systems, formwork, falsework and temporary works inspection.
• Concrete testing, shop drawing and material approval review, and quality assurance and control procedures.
• Construction inspection, problem solving, technical reporting, communication, teamwork, coordination, time management and safety awareness.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering from a recognized institution.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in construction supervision consultancy roles.
• Proven reinforced concrete and structural steel inspection and supervision experience, including fabrication, erection, welding, bolted connections and steel quality control.
• Familiarity with UAE building regulations, international standards and construction quality requirements.
• Ability to interpret structural, shop and steel fabrication drawings and bar bending schedules; strong communication, reporting and coordination skills.
• Experience in theme parks, themed attractions, entertainment, hospitality or iconic projects is highly preferred.

Preferred experience