Architectural Inspector - Site Supervision

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

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd seeks an Architectural Inspector for site supervision in Dubai, ensuring architectural construction aligns with approved standards. The role focuses on inspection, documentation, and maintaining quality controls, contributing to the success of building projects.

Ideal candidates will have 5-7 years of experience in architectural inspection and strong knowledge of health and safety requirements. This position offers a full-time opportunity to build practical expertise within a renowned global firm.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in building construction or architectural inspection.
• Strong understanding of contract drawings and specifications.
• Ability to monitor health and safety conditions at construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with approved drawings and contract standards.
• Monitor contractor activities and maintain daily records.
• Document quality and safety observations during site inspections.

Skills

Architectural inspection

Building‑Construction Inspection

Site supervision

Contract document review

Quality control

Health and safety monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related field

Job description

Job Snapshot

Architectural Inspector - Site Supervision
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Architecture and Planning
Function: Building-Construction Inspection
Experience: 5-7 years
Job Type: Full-time

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Architecture and Planning
Salary: 12,000–20,000 AED per month (estimated)
Gender: Any candidate
Nationality: Any

Job Context

The Architectural Inspector - Site Supervision will ensure architectural construction activities are completed in line with approved contract documents, drawings, specifications, quality controls, and health and safety measures. The role supports the Resident Engineer and Assistant Resident Engineer by carrying out inspections, recording site activity, checking contractor resources, reporting material deliveries, and identifying quality or safety concerns. The selected candidate will contribute to better construction control, reliable documentation, and timely correction of site issues on building projects in Dubai.

Key Responsibilities

• Review package contract documents, detailed drawings, specifications, project updates, and health and safety requirements before and during site inspections.
• Inspect architectural works to confirm compliance with approved drawings, contract standards, specifications, codes, and site quality procedures.
• Monitor contractor activities through site observation, measurements, testing support, and quality assurance tracking.
• Maintain daily records of contractor manpower, equipment, material deliveries, construction activities, work locations, and methods used on site.
• Undertake site supervision and inspection duties as instructed by the Resident Engineer or Assistant Resident Engineer.
• Document contractor personnel, equipment, activities observed, reasons for work, work locations, and execution methods in assigned inspection areas.
• Follow up on site instructions issued by project leadership and confirm that required actions are properly implemented.
• Apply project quality controls and site quality procedures during inspection, documentation, measurement, and reporting activities.
• Prepare site measurements and surveying checks required by the supervision team for work verification.
• Monitor conformance with quality, performance, code, and specification requirements through regular inspection duties.
• Report material delivery updates, quality observations, construction deviations, and compliance concerns to the relevant project team members.
• Monitor health and safety conditions during construction works and report violations, unsafe practices, or risks that may affect site operations.
• Support inspection of completed architectural works and assist in confirming readiness for approval or next-stage construction.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and site supervision staff to support smooth inspection flow and timely issue resolution.
• Maintain organized daily logs, measurement records, inspection notes, testing information, and supporting construction documentation.
• Assist in identifying repeated workmanship concerns, quality gaps, and site non‑compliance items requiring corrective action.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a relevant technical field.
• 5‑7 years of experience in building construction, architectural inspection, site supervision, or construction quality monitoring.
• Strong understanding of contract drawings, specifications, construction documents, inspection requirements, and site quality controls.
• Practical ability to observe contractor activities, check materials, record manpower and equipment, and verify work against approved documents.
• Experience preparing site measurements, supporting surveying checks, and maintaining accurate inspection records.
• Good awareness of construction health and safety requirements and the ability to report unsafe site practices.
• Ability to follow instructions from Resident Engineers, Assistant Resident Engineers, and project supervision leaders.
• Detail‑focused approach to checking workmanship, progress, documentation, compliance, and construction activities.
• Good communication skills for coordinating with contractors, engineers, and site teams.
• Reliable, organized, and comfortable working in a busy on‑site building construction environment.

Skills Set

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

Why Join Us

This role offers an Architectural Inspector the opportunity to work on building projects in Dubai where strong site supervision, careful inspection, accurate reporting, and safety awareness are essential to delivery success. The position provides hands‑on exposure to architectural construction works, contractor coordination, quality control procedures, site documentation, and professional growth within a global infrastructure consulting environment. It is a strong fit for an inspector who wants to build deeper practical experience in building project supervision and construction quality.

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 supervision support from design review through construction, inspection, and project completion.