Architectural Inspector - Construction Quality

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd is seeking an Architectural Inspector for construction quality in Dubai, UAE. This position involves supervising building works, verifying contractor compliance, and ensuring accurate inspection records.

The ideal candidate will have experience in site supervision and quality monitoring, working alongside Resident Engineers to ensure high standards throughout the construction process.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in building construction or architectural inspection.
• Good understanding of architectural drawings and quality control procedures.
• Practical experience tracking contractor manpower and inspection progress.

Responsibilities

• Inspect architectural works on-site to confirm compliance with approved drawings.
• Maintain daily records of contractor activities and site inspection results.
• Monitor health and safety conditions during construction works.

Skills

Architectural inspection

Building-Construction Inspection

Construction quality monitoring

Site supervision

Contract document review

Specification compliance

Quality control

Site measurements

Health and safety monitoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management

Job description

Overview

Architectural Inspector - Construction Quality in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a practical Architecture and Planning role for an experienced site inspector who can supervise building works, verify contractor compliance, check architectural finishes, and maintain accurate inspection records in line with approved drawings, specifications, quality procedures, codes, and health and safety requirements. This opportunity is suitable for a construction-focused professional with strong site observation skills and proven experience supporting Resident Engineers and Assistant Resident Engineers on building projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and understand package contract documents, detailed drawings, specifications, project updates, and health and safety requirements.
• Inspect architectural works on-site to confirm compliance with approved drawings, specifications, codes, contract requirements, and quality procedures.
• Monitor contractor activities through observation, measurement, inspection, testing coordination, and review of quality assurance progress.
• Maintain daily records of contractor manpower, equipment, materials delivered, work locations, construction activities, and methods used.
• Carry out site supervision and inspection duties when instructed by the Resident Engineer or Assistant Resident Engineer.
• Document assigned work areas clearly, including contractor personnel, plant, equipment, activities observed, reasons for work, and execution methods.
• Report material delivery status, construction progress, site observations, quality concerns, and compliance issues to the project supervision team.
• Follow up on site instructions issued by project leadership and support proper implementation of required actions.
• Apply site quality controls and quality procedures across assigned inspection activities.
• Prepare site measurements and surveying checks required by the Resident Engineer, Assistant Resident Engineer, or project leadership team.
• Monitor conformance with quality, performance, code, and specification requirements through regular inspection duties.
• Identify workmanship issues, construction deviations, material concerns, and repeated quality problems that may require corrective action.
• Monitor health and safety conditions during construction works and report violations, unsafe practices, or potential site risks.
• Support inspection of completed works and assist in confirming readiness for approval, closure, or next-stage construction.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, site teams, and supervision staff to support timely inspections and smooth issue resolution.
• Maintain organized inspection records, site logs, measurement notes, testing information, and supporting construction documentation.

Ideal Profile / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a relevant technical discipline.
• 5-7 years of experience in building construction, architectural inspection, site supervision, or construction quality monitoring.
• Good understanding of architectural drawings, specifications, contract documents, quality control procedures, and site inspection methods.
• Practical experience tracking contractor manpower, equipment, materials, site activities, and inspection progress.
• Ability to perform site measurements, support surveying checks, and verify work against approved project documentation.
• Familiarity with quality assurance progress tracking, daily logs, inspection reports, and construction documentation.
• Good awareness of health and safety requirements on active construction sites.
• Able to follow instructions from Resident Engineers, Assistant Resident Engineers, and project supervision leaders.
• Strong attention to detail when reviewing workmanship, materials, measurements, compliance, and site records.
• Good communication skills for coordinating with contractors, engineers, and construction teams.
• Reliable, organized, and able to maintain accurate site records in a busy on-site environment.

Skills Set

• Architectural inspection
• Building-Construction Inspection
• Building construction
• Construction quality monitoring
• Site supervision
• Contract document review
• Drawing interpretation
• Specification compliance
• Quality assurance
• Quality control
• Site measurements
• Surveying checks
• Contractor monitoring
• Manpower tracking
• Equipment tracking
• Materials delivery reporting
• Daily site records
• Site inspection reports
• Construction observation
• Workmanship verification
• Code compliance
• Performance monitoring
• Health and safety monitoring
• Safety violation reporting
• Resident Engineer support
• Assistant Resident Engineer support
• Site instruction follow-up
• Completed works inspection
• Construction documentation

Why Join Us

This role offers the Architectural Inspector the opportunity to contribute to building projects in Dubai where careful site supervision, strong quality checks, accurate documentation, and safety awareness are essential to successful delivery. The position provides hands-on exposure to contractor coordination, architectural works inspection, site measurements, quality procedures, and construction reporting within a global infrastructure consulting environment. It is a valuable opportunity for an inspector who wants to strengthen practical building construction experience and support high-quality project outcomes.

About the Company

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering planning, architecture, engineering, transportation, environment, water, buildings, program management, and construction management services. In Dubai and across the Middle East, AECOM supports public and private sector clients with multidisciplinary expertise, sustainable project solutions, and technical site supervision support from design review through construction, inspection, and completion.