Architectural Inspector - Site Quality

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 133,920 - 223,200; Full time

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd is hiring an Architectural Inspector for a site quality role in Dubai. This position requires an experienced building construction inspector to monitor contractor compliance and inspect architectural works, ensuring all quality and safety standards are met.

The ideal candidate will possess a degree in a relevant discipline and have 5-7 years of experience in the field. The role offers exposure to important quality control practices within a global infrastructure consulting environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in building construction, architectural inspection, site supervision, or quality monitoring.
• Good understanding of architectural drawings, specifications, construction documents, quality controls, and site inspection procedures.
• Practical experience monitoring contractor manpower, equipment, material delivery, and site activity records.

Responsibilities

• Inspect architectural works on site to confirm compliance with approved drawings, codes, specifications, and quality procedures.
• Monitor contractor activities through observation, measurement, and review of quality assurance progress.
• Maintain daily records of contractor manpower, equipment, material deliveries, and work locations.

Skills

Architectural inspection

Building‑Construction Inspection

Site supervision

Quality assurance

Quality control

Contract document review

Drawing interpretation

Specification compliance

Contractor monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or relevant discipline

Job description

Architectural Inspector – Site Quality in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is an on‑site Architecture and Planning opportunity for an experienced building construction inspector who can review contract documents, monitor contractor compliance, inspect architectural works, and maintain accurate quality and safety records. This role is suited for a practical site professional with strong knowledge of drawings, specifications, inspections, measurements, quality procedures, and health and safety requirements across building projects.

Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Architecture and Planning
Function: Building‑Construction Inspection
Salary: 12000-20000
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full‑time

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret package contract documents, detailed drawings, specifications, health and safety requirements, and project updates.
• Inspect architectural works on‑site to confirm compliance with approved drawings, codes, specifications, contract requirements, and quality procedures.
• Monitor contractor activities through observation, measurement, testing coordination, and review of quality assurance progress.
• Maintain daily records of contractor manpower, equipment, material deliveries, work locations, activities observed, and construction methods used.
• Undertake site supervision and inspection duties when instructed by the Resident Engineer or Assistant Resident Engineer.
• Document assigned work areas clearly, including personnel, equipment, progress, reasons for activities, and means and methods used by the contractor.
• Follow up on site instructions issued by project leadership and help ensure required actions are implemented on‑site.
• Apply site quality controls and quality procedures during inspections, measurements, documentation, and reporting.
• Prepare site measurements and surveying checks required by project leadership for verification of completed or ongoing works.
• Monitor conformance with quality, performance, specification, and code requirements through regular inspection activities.
• Report material delivery status, construction observations, quality concerns, and any site deviations that may affect project delivery.
• Monitor health and safety conditions during construction works and report unsafe practices, violations, or site risks.
• Support the inspection of completed architectural works before approval, handover, or continuation of follow‑on activities.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, site teams, and supervision staff to support smooth inspection flow and timely issue resolution.
• Maintain organized inspection records, daily site logs, testing notes, measurement records, and supporting project documentation.
• Assist project teams in identifying non‑compliance, workmanship concerns, and repeated quality issues that require corrective action.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a relevant discipline.
• 5-7 years of experience in building construction, architectural inspection, site supervision, or quality monitoring.
• Good understanding of architectural drawings, specifications, construction documents, quality controls, and site inspection procedures.
• Practical experience monitoring contractor manpower, equipment, material delivery, work progress, and site activity records.
• Ability to perform site measurements, support surveying checks, and verify work against approved project requirements.
• Familiarity with construction quality assurance, quality control procedures, inspection reporting, and site documentation.
• 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 checking workmanship, materials, compliance, and construction activity records.
• Good communication skills for coordinating with contractors, engineers, and site teams.
• Organized, reliable, and able to maintain accurate inspection records in a fast‑paced on‑site environment.

Skills Set

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

Benefits

This role provides an opportunity to work on building projects in Dubai where strong site observation, accurate documentation, and disciplined quality checks are essential to delivery success. It offers practical exposure to architectural inspections, contractor coordination, quality assurance processes, safety monitoring, and construction supervision within a global infrastructure consulting environment. It is a valuable role for an inspector who wants to strengthen site quality expertise and support well‑controlled building project delivery.