Civil Infrastructure Inspector – Site (Roads & Utilities)

9E Global Engineering Consultants LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

9E Global Engineering Consultants LLC in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced Site Inspector to support roads and utilities projects. You will attend inspections, document IRs, review method statements, and ensure compliance with ITPs and safety standards on busy GCC sites.

You will coordinate daily with contractor site engineers, witness tests, manage daily diaries and photos, and report non-conformances promptly to ARE/RE.

Qualifications

• University degree or diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Consultancy experience is an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 years' site inspection experience in roads and utilities (wet & dry), preferably in the GCC.
• Able to read and interpret drawings, specifications, ITPs and test results; working knowledge of authority inspection requirements.
• Basic site safety qualification (OSHA 30 hrs / NEBOSH IGC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend and document inspections through IRs and checklists; process IRs and maintain records of their status.
• Inspect works as per approved method statements and ITPs; carry out inspections, issue NCNs and sign off installations.
• Report immediately to the ARE / RE any non-conformance, poor workmanship or questionable Contractor methods.
• Check delivered materials against approved submittals and storage requirements; witness on-site tests and coordinate sampling and testing with other inspectors.
• Coordinate daily with the Contractor's site engineers on proper execution of the work.
• Inspect earthworks, subgrade, sub-base, base course, asphalt, kerbs, footpaths, paving, markings and signage; witness density, plate load and asphalt tests.
• Check layer thickness, levels and compaction before the next layer is placed; coordinate with the Surveyors on line and grade.
• Inspect trenching, bedding, pipe laying, jointing, gradients, invert levels, manholes, chambers, valves and thrust blocks; verify pipe class and markings.
• Witness pressure, leakage and infiltration tests, flushing, disinfection, CCTV and deflection tests, and record results.
• Inspect duct banks, depth, spacing, encasement, warning tapes, manholes and pull pits; witness mandrel / proving tests and check separation from other services.
• Inspect civil works for substations, RMUs, street lighting foundations and telecom chambers.
• Maintain a signed daily diary (work done, approved / rejected, labour, equipment, daywork records), photographic records and clear inspection reports.
• Photograph and record the condition of existing properties and services; interface with the public and adjacent stakeholders to mitigate construction impacts.
• Observe site safety practices (excavation, traffic management, live utilities) and report concerns and incidents immediately; perform other duties assigned by the Site Engineer, ARE or RE.

Skills

Site inspection experience (5+ years)

Reading drawings and specs

Interpret drawings and ITPs

OSHA 30 / NEBOSH IGC preferred

Consultancy experience an advantage

Education

Civil Engineering degree or diploma

GCC work experience preferred

Job description

Team Working

Building Relationships

Delivering Results

Developing Self & Others

Improving Performance

Qualifications

• University degree or diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Consultancy experience is an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 years' site inspection experience in roads and utilities (wet & dry), preferably in the GCC.
• Able to read and interpret drawings, specifications, ITPs and test results; working knowledge of authority inspection requirements.
• Basic site safety qualification (OSHA 30 hrs / NEBOSH IGC) preferred.

Business Development

Startingto develop network of contacts.

Be an ambassador for the Company.

ProjectRole

• Attend and document inspections through IRs and checklists; process IRs and maintain records of their status.
• Inspect works as per approved method statements and ITPs; carry out inspections, issue NCNs and sign off installations.
• Report immediately to the ARE / RE any non-conformance, poor workmanship or questionable Contractor methods.
• Check delivered materials against approved submittals and storage requirements; witness on-site tests and coordinate sampling and testing with other inspectors.
• Coordinate daily with the Contractor's site engineers on proper execution of the work.
• Inspect earthworks, subgrade, sub-base, base course, asphalt, kerbs, footpaths, paving, markings and signage; witness density, plate load and asphalt tests.
• Check layer thickness, levels and compaction before the next layer is placed; coordinate with the Surveyors on line and grade.
• Inspect trenching, bedding, pipe laying, jointing, gradients, invert levels, manholes, chambers, valves and thrust blocks; verify pipe class and markings.
• Witness pressure, leakage and infiltration tests, flushing, disinfection, CCTV and deflection tests, and record results.
• Inspect duct banks, depth, spacing, encasement, warning tapes, manholes and pull pits; witness mandrel / proving tests and check separation from other services.
• Inspect civil works for substations, RMUs, street lighting foundations and telecom chambers.
• Maintain a signed daily diary (work done, approved / rejected, labour, equipment, daywork records), photographic records and clear inspection reports.
• Photograph and record the condition of existing properties and services; interface with the public and adjacent stakeholders to mitigate construction impacts.
• Observe site safety practices (excavation, traffic management, live utilities) and report concerns and incidents immediately; perform other duties assigned by the Site Engineer, ARE or RE.

CompanyRole

• Have an understanding of ourBusiness plan, mission statement and key challenges.
• Contribute to the developmentof company procedures by taking an active role in task groups.
• Attend team meetings and playan active role in the development of procedures within your team.
• Review and comment on companyprocedures using the feedback system.
• Applying policies relating tohealth & safety, quality and training

Inspector Function

• Be aware of the design philosophy and engineering principals for the project. Receive a comprehensive briefing from the project engineer before starting on site.
• Have an understanding of the buildability aspects and construction techniques applicable for the project.
• Carry out a cross reference check of all documents including specifications and drawings and bar bending schedules (if applicable).
• Assist the design team with the coordination of the engineering particularly when it applies to site matters.

QHSE Responsibilities

• Understand, implement andfollow 9E QHSE policies.
• Implement and coordinate QHSEprocedures in your workplace.
• Comply with local regulatoryauthority guidelines and laws pertaining to QHSE.
• Report any QHSE incidentsimmediately to 9E QHSE Dept. and to legal authorities if required.
• Abide Client/Contractor QHSErequirements and acquire site induction before mobilizing at sites.