ARCHITECTURAL SITE INSPECTOR

Duncan & Ross; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural consultancy in Dubai is seeking a skilled Site Inspector to conduct inspections and ensure quality standards on high-rise residential and luxury hospitality projects. Candidates should have at least 8-10 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, and a strong consultancy background in the UAE. Attention to detail and excellent communication skills are essential. This position offers an opportunity to work on prestigious projects in a vibrant location.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years of overall experience in site inspection, including civil enabling works.
• Proven experience with high-rise residential towers and luxury hospitality projects.
• Must have a consultancy background with minimum 5 years of experience in the UAE.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily site inspections to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Monitor compliance with contract documents and regulations.
• Review and provide comments on shop drawings and method statements.
• Identify and follow up on non-conforming work and observations.
• Inspect architectural finishes including masonry and painting.
• Coordinate with other inspectors to ensure integration and avoid conflicts.
• Participate in snagging activities and maintain records.
• Attend coordination meetings as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Reporting skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or a related field

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct daily site inspections to ensure architectural and civil enabling works are carried out in line with approved drawings specifications and quality standards.
• Monitor compliance with contract documents local regulations and industry best practices throughout all construction stages.
• Review and provide comments on shop drawings material submittals mock‑ups and method statements.
• Identify non‑conforming work issue site observations/NCRs and follow up to ensure timely corrective actions.
• Inspect and verify architectural finishes including masonry cladding waterproofing joinery false ceilings painting tiling and other interior works.
• Coordinate with other discipline inspectors and site teams to ensure proper integration and avoid clashes between trades.
• Participate in snagging and de‑snagging activities prepare punch lists and ensure timely closure of items.
• Attend coordination meetings with contractors consultants and client representatives as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections observations and related site documentation.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Architecture or a related field.
• Minimum 8-10 years of overall experience in site inspection including civil enabling works architectural and finishing works.
• Proven experience with high‑rise residential towers and luxury hospitality projects.
• Must have a consultancy background with minimum 5 years of experience in the UAE.
• Strong understanding of UAE building codes architectural standards and finishing materials.
• Demonstrated track record in delivering high‑quality finishes on complex high‑value projects.
• Excellent attention to detail communication and reporting skills.

Vertical: Engineering