Civil Inspector - High-Rise Construction

Azizi Development UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 112,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Azizi Developments in Dubai seeks a Civil Inspector for high-rise construction to join a consultant supervision team. You will lead detailed inspections of reinforcement, concrete, waterproofing, and formwork across basement, podium, and tower levels, ensuring compliance with drawings, specs, and international codes.

The ideal candidate has a B.Sc in Civil Engineering and 8+ years of Dubai-based experience on tall buildings, with strong QA/QC, documentation, and coordination with Resident

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• 8+ years of civil inspection experience in consultant/supervision firms.
• Experience on high-rise tower projects in Dubai (20+ floors).
• Hands-on reinforcement, concrete, and waterproofing inspection experience.
• Knowledge of Dubai Municipality, Trakhees, and DMCC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Inspect ongoing civil and structural activities across high-rise tower work areas.
• Verify work aligns with drawings, specifications, method statements, and project quality requirements.
• Inspect reinforcement installation including bar size, spacing, lap lengths, anchorage, cover, couplers.
• Check formwork readiness, dimensions, levels, alignment, supports, and cleanliness before concrete placement.
• Conduct pre-pour inspections and ensure approvals before concreting.
• Monitor concrete placement, compaction, finishing, curing, and QC procedures.
• Review concrete test records and coordinate with project teams on results.
• Inspect waterproofing systems at basement and podium levels, including surface prep, membrane installation, joints, terminations, protection, and water-tightness.
• Verify works against approved inspection & test plans and procedures.
• Raise observations for non-conforming work and support NCR closeouts.
• Coordinate inspections with contractors, subcontractors, surveyors, engineers and specialist teams.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and supporting quality documentation.
• Ensure materials used match manufacturer and project requirements.

Skills

Civil inspection

High-rise tower construction

Consultant supervision

Reinforcement inspection

Rebar inspection

Concrete inspection

Formwork inspection

Pre-pour inspection

Concrete quality control

Waterproofing inspection

Basement waterproofing

Podium waterproofing

Structural works inspection

Civil engineering

Construction drawings

Structural drawings

Method statements

Inspection and test plans

Site inspections

Quality control

NCR management

Corrective action follow-up

Construction specifications

International construction codes

Dubai Municipality requirements

Trakhees requirements

DMCC requirements

Site documentation

Inspection records

Snagging

Contractor coordination

Consultant coordination

Education

B.Sc. in Civil Engineering

Job description

Civil Inspector - High-Rise Construction

Civil Inspector - High-Rise Construction

Role: Civil Inspector - High-Rise Construction

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Construction

Function: Building-Construction Inspection

Experience: Minimum 8 years of civil inspection experience with consultant or supervision firms

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: 10000-15000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.

Gender: Any

Candidate Nationality: Any

Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Civil Inspector will form part of the consultant supervision team responsible for maintaining construction quality across an active high-rise tower development in Dubai. The role requires detailed inspection of structural and civil works, close coordination with Resident Engineers and contractors, and disciplined verification of work before approvals are issued. Particular emphasis will be placed on reinforcement, concrete, and waterproofing activities at basement, podium, and tower levels. Through accurate inspections, documentation, and timely identification of non-compliant work, the Civil Inspector will help reduce defects, protect structural quality, and maintain progress in accordance with the approved construction programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect ongoing civil and structural construction activities across high-rise tower work areas.
• Verify that construction is executed according to approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and project quality requirements.
• Inspect reinforcement installation including bar size, spacing, lap lengths, anchorage, cover, couplers, and structural detailing.
• Check formwork readiness, dimensions, levels, alignment, supports, and cleanliness before concrete placement.
• Conduct pre-pour inspections and confirm completion of required approvals before concreting activities proceed.
• Monitor concrete placement, compaction, finishing, curing, and associated quality control procedures.
• Review concrete test records and coordinate with project teams where results require technical assessment.
• Inspect waterproofing systems at basement and podium levels, including surface preparation, membrane installation, joints, terminations, protection, and water-tightness requirements.
• Verify civil works against approved inspection and test plans and relevant construction procedures.
• Raise observations where workmanship or materials do not comply with project requirements.
• Support the review and closeout of NCRs, corrective actions, and site quality observations.
• Coordinate inspections with contractors, subcontractors, surveyors, engineers, and specialist teams.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, site observations, checklists, and supporting quality documentation.
• Confirm that approved materials are being used and installed according to manufacturer and project requirements.
• Monitor construction interfaces that may affect structural integrity, waterproofing performance, or subsequent trades.
• Escalate significant technical or quality issues to the Resident Engineer or relevant supervision lead.
• Ensure site activities remain consistent with applicable Dubai Municipality, Trakhees, DMCC, and other relevant authority requirements.
• Apply applicable international codes of practice when assessing construction quality and compliance.
• Participate in joint inspections, consultant reviews, and site coordination meetings when required.
• Support snagging and corrective inspection activities through the relevant stages of project completion.

Ideal Profile

The position requires a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering or an equivalent recognized qualification. Candidates must bring at least 8 years of civil inspection experience gained specifically within consultant or supervision firms. A proven record of working on high-rise tower projects in Dubai is essential, preferably on buildings of G 20 floors or comparable scale and complexity. Strong hands-on experience in reinforcement inspection, concrete works, and structural quality control is required. Candidates should also have practical expertise in waterproofing inspection, particularly across basement and podium structures where water-tightness and detailing are critical. Working knowledge of Dubai Municipality, Trakhees, and DMCC requirements is expected, together with the ability to interpret approved drawings, project specifications, method statements, and international construction codes. The successful candidate should be confident identifying non-compliant work, documenting inspection findings, communicating corrective requirements, and maintaining professional independence within a consultant supervision environment.

Skills Set

• Civil inspection
• High-rise tower construction
• Consultant supervision
• Reinforcement inspection
• Rebar inspection
• Concrete inspection
• Formwork inspection
• Pre-pour inspection
• Concrete quality control
• Waterproofing inspection
• Basement waterproofing
• Podium waterproofing
• Structural works inspection
• Civil engineering
• Construction drawings
• Structural drawings
• Method statements
• Inspection and test plans
• Site inspections
• Quality control
• NCR management
• Corrective action follow-up
• Construction specifications
• International construction codes
• Dubai Municipality requirements
• Trakhees requirements
• DMCC requirements
• Site documentation
• Inspection records
• Snagging
• Contractor coordination
• Consultant coordination

Why Join Us

This opportunity provides direct involvement in a major high-rise Construction project within Dubai 's demanding tower development environment. The role offers experienced civil inspectors the chance to work within a consultant supervision structure where technical judgment, quality control, authority compliance, and accurate inspection practices have a direct influence on project performance. It is particularly suited to a professional seeking continued exposure to complex structural construction, basement and podium waterproofing, high-rise concrete works, and large-scale project supervision while building deeper expertise within Dubai 's active development market.

About the Company

Azizi Developments is a Dubai-based real estate developer delivering high-rise residential, commercial, hospitality, and mixed-use projects across the United Arab Emirates. Its expanding development portfolio is supported by strong construction supervision, disciplined quality control, regulatory compliance, and a focus on delivering durable projects across key locations in Dubai.