Civil Inspector - Bridges and Tunnels

AECOM Corporation; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development / training

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Civil Inspector - Bridges and Tunnels in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The role involves inspecting bridge and tunnel construction works to ensure conformity with approved drawings, project specifications, and QC requirements.

You will work with the Resident Engineer, contractors, surveyors, and other inspectors to support the delivery of major infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include inspecting foundations, decks, bearings, tunnel excavation, waterproofing, and

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction, or a related discipline.
• Relevant bridge and tunnel construction inspection experience is required.
• Experience reviewing inspection documentation and maintaining construction quality records.

Responsibilities

• Inspect bridge foundations, piling, abutments, and piers.
• Monitor tunnel excavation, waterproofing, drainage, and related works.
• Verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Witness concrete quality tests: slump, temperature, cube tests.
• Record inspection findings and maintain daily site reports.

Skills

Bridge inspection

Tunnel inspection

Quality assurance

Coordination

Education

Diploma or Bachelors in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Civil Inspector - Bridges and Tunnels Job Snapshot - Role: Civil Inspector - Bridges and Tunnels - Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Civil Engineering - Function: Building-Construction Inspection - Experience: Relevant bridge and tunnel construction inspection experience; minimum years not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

AECOM is seeking a Civil Inspector - Bridges and Tunnels to join its infrastructure construction supervision team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The successful candidate will inspect bridge and tunnel construction works, ensuring compliance with approved engineering drawings, project specifications, construction method statements, and quality requirements. The role covers bridge foundations, piling, structural concrete, decks, bearings, expansion joints, tunnel excavation, waterproofing, drainage, and associated civil works. The inspector will also verify structural dimensions, witness concrete testing, review inspection documentation, and monitor the correction of non-conforming works. Working with the Resident Engineer, contractors, surveyors, and other discipline inspectors, the Civil Inspector will support the quality and coordinated delivery of major infrastructure and structural construction activities.

Job Details

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Abu Dhabi
• Industry: Civil Engineering
• Function: Building-Construction Inspection
• Salary: Not disclosed
• Gender: No Preference
• Candidate Nationality: Not specified
• Job Type: Full Time
• Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

• Bridge Construction Inspection

• Inspect bridge foundations, piling, pile caps, abutments, and piers.
• Monitor construction of retaining walls, bridge decks, barriers, and associated structures.
• Inspect bridge bearings and expansion joints against approved construction requirements.
• Verify compliance with structural drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Identify workmanship deficiencies and construction defects requiring corrective action.

• Tunnel and Associated Civil Works

• Inspect tunnel excavation and related construction activities.
• Monitor structural concrete works, waterproofing, drainage, and backfilling.
• Inspect associated tunnel structures and construction details.
• Verify that completed works comply with approved drawings and project specifications.
• Identify non-conforming construction activities and follow up on rectification.

• Reinforced Concrete and Structural Quality

• Inspect reinforcement installation, formwork, and embedded items.
• Monitor concrete placement, curing, and finishing works.
• Witness required concrete quality tests, including slump tests, temperature checks, and cube tests.
• Review applicable testing results and quality documentation.
• Inspect construction joints, expansion joints, waterproofing, drainage, and barriers.
• Report defects or discrepancies affecting structural construction quality.

• Survey and Dimensional Verification

• Check line, level, alignment, elevations, and dimensions of civil and structural works.
• Coordinate with surveyors to verify construction setting-out.
• Review relevant levels and alignment information against approved drawings.
• Support verification of as-built information.
• Identify dimensional discrepancies and communicate findings to the project supervision team.

• Technical Reviews and Inspection Documentation

• Review and verify Inspection Requests (IRs).
• Examine relevant shop drawings, construction method statements, and material approvals.
• Verify that inspected works correspond with approved project documentation.
• Record inspection findings and outstanding quality observations.
• Maintain accurate daily site reports, inspection records, and quality documentation.
• Follow up on identified non-conformances and corrective works.

• Infrastructure Interface Coordination

• Monitor construction interfaces between bridges, tunnels, roads, and earthworks.
• Coordinate inspection activities involving utilities and drainage infrastructure.
• Identify sequencing issues affecting interconnected construction activities.
• Work with the Resident Engineer, contractors, surveyors, and other discipline inspectors.
• Communicate construction concerns requiring technical clarification or corrective action.
• Support the proper sequencing and completion of bridge, tunnel, and associated infrastructure works.

Required Qualifications

• Education

• Diploma or Bachelor "s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction, or a related discipline.

• Professional Experience

• Relevant experience in bridge and tunnel construction inspection.
• Experience working on major infrastructure, civil engineering, and structural construction projects.
• Practical knowledge of inspecting reinforced concrete and structural works.
• Experience reviewing Inspection Requests and maintaining construction quality documentation.

• Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Good understanding of bridge foundations, piling, and structural elements.
• Knowledge of reinforced concrete construction, including reinforcement, formwork, concrete placement, curing, and finishing.
• Familiarity with bridge decks, bearings, barriers, and expansion joints.
• Understanding of tunnel excavation and associated structural works.
• Knowledge of waterproofing, drainage, backfilling, and finishing activities.
• Ability to read and interpret civil and structural engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with construction specifications and approved method statements.
• Knowledge of concrete quality testing, including slump, temperature, and cube tests.
• Ability to verify construction dimensions, levels, and alignments.
• Experience with inspection documentation and construction quality verification.
• Ability to identify non-conforming works and monitor corrective actions.

• Preferred Experience

• Previous construction inspection experience in the United Arab Emirates.

• Professional Competencies

• Strong attention to detail during civil and structural inspections.
• Ability to identify construction defects and technical discrepancies.
• Effective coordination with contractors, engineers, surveyors, and inspection teams.
• Clear communication of inspection findings and outstanding issues.
• Organized approach to daily reporting and quality documentation.
• Practical problem-solving skills in construction environments.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple infrastructure disciplines.
• Commitment to construction quality and compliance with approved project requirements.

Recruitment and Onboarding

AECOM is committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and takes fraudulent hiring activity seriously. All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding session at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Benefits and Professional Development

AECOM offers employee benefits and career development opportunities, subject to employment status and applicable eligibility requirements. Depending on eligibility, benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
• Disability insurance and related benefits.
• Paid time off and applicable leave arrangements.
• Voluntary benefits and employee perks.
• Employee assistance programs and well-being resources.
• Business travel insurance and service recognition awards.
• Retirement savings arrangements and employee stock purchase plan participation.
• Flexible work options where applicable.

AECOM also provides training and professional development programs designed to strengthen technical expertise, leadership skills, and long-term career progression.

Job Reference

Job Reference: J10161235

Business Line

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group

Business Group: DCS Strategic Business Unit: ME and Africa Career Area: Quality

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm committed to delivering a better world through advisory, planning, design, engineering, program management, and construction management services. The company partners with public and private sector clients across transportation, water, environment, energy, and buildings to develop innovative, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure solutions. Its global workforce of more than 50,000 professionals includes engineers, planners, designers, scientists, digital innovators, program managers, and construction specialists working on projects that benefit communities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 company that reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. The company supports professional development, collaboration, respect, and equal employment opportunities. Applicant information is handled confidentially in accordance with its equal employment opportunity guidelines.

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