Electrical Inspector - Buildings

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 111,600 - 156,240; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid leave

Well-being resources

Job summary

AECOM seeks an experienced Electrical Inspector to supervise electrical installations across building construction projects in Abu Dhabi. The role ensures contractor work meets drawings, specifications, safety requirements, and contract standards, protecting project quality from early stages.

The Ideal profile includes a Diploma/Bachelor in Electrical Engineering, with 7+ years of UAE electrical construction experience and a strong focus on quality assurance, health and safety, and

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher in electrical engineering with relevant local approvals.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required for progression to Engineer level.
• Minimum 7 years of overall experience in electrical construction or related projects.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret contract documents, electrical drawings, technical specifications, approved submittals, and construction requirements.
• Review relevant document revisions, site instructions, method statements, and health and safety procedures.
• Inspect electrical works to confirm compliance with approved drawings, specifications, installation standards, and building codes.
• Observe, measure, and test completed installations to verify quality and technical conformity.
• Process incoming inspection requests and conduct inspections within assigned areas.
• Monitor contractor performance and track the closure of inspection comments and outstanding corrective actions.
• Verify electrical materials delivered to the site against approved material submittals and project specifications.
• Report damaged, unapproved, incorrectly stored, or non‑conforming materials.
• Maintain daily records of contractor manpower, equipment, resources, and work activities.
• Document location, purpose, methods, personnel, and equipment associated with observed construction activities.
• Carry out site supervision and inspections as instructed by the Resident Engineer or Assistant Resident Engineer.
• Monitor installation processes for electrical containment, cabling, distribution systems, lighting, power, grounding, and related services.
• Coordinate inspection activities with architectural, structural, mechanical, civil, and other building‑services teams.
• Identify interface conflicts and communicate coordination concerns before they affect subsequent construction work.
• Apply project quality‑control procedures and ensure inspection activities follow the approved quality plan.
• Monitor quality assurance progress and maintain complete inspection documentation.
• Follow up on site instructions issued by project leadership and verify their implementation.
• Prepare site measurements, quantity checks, and surveying verification when requested.
• Monitor compliance with performance requirements, construction tolerances, and applicable electrical codes.
• Raise technical observations for defective, incomplete, or non‑conforming work.
• Assist with non‑conformance reporting and verify that corrective work is completed satisfactorily.
• Monitor the health and safety conditions of electrical construction activities.
• Report unsafe practices, safety violations, and conditions that could place workers or completed installations at risk.
• Prepare clear daily reports, inspection summaries, photographic records, and progress observations.
• Maintain organized records of inspection requests, test results, material deliveries, instructions, and completed works.
• Support testing, pre‑commissioning, commissioning, snagging, and project handover activities.
• Attend site coordination meetings and provide factual updates on electrical progress and quality.
• Apply professional judgment and recommend practical solutions when site issues arise.

Skills

Electrical inspection

Construction supervision

Building electrical systems

Electrical drawings

Technical specifications

Inspection requests

Material inspections

Quality assurance

Quality control

Building codes

Electrical installation methods

Site measurements

Quantity verification

Contractor monitoring

Manpower tracking

Equipment tracking

Non-conformance reporting

Corrective action follow-up

Health and safety monitoring

Daily site reporting

Testing and commissioning

Snagging inspections

Technical documentation

Multidisciplinary coordination

Mixed-use developments

Residential buildings

Commercial buildings

Retail developments

Hospitality projects

Project handover

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Electrical Inspector - Buildings

Location: Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Construction

Function: Building-Construction Inspection

Experience: Minimum 7 years

Position Type: Full-time

Work Location Model: On-site

Salary: 10,000 – 14,000 AED (estimated)

Overview

AECOM seeks an experienced Electrical Inspector to supervise electrical installations across building construction projects in Abu Dhabi. The role ensures contractor work meets drawings, specifications, safety requirements, and contract standards, protecting project quality from early stages.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret contract documents, electrical drawings, technical specifications, approved submittals, and construction requirements.
• Review relevant document revisions, site instructions, method statements, and health and safety procedures.
• Inspect electrical works to confirm compliance with approved drawings, specifications, installation standards, and building codes.
• Observe, measure, and test completed installations to verify quality and technical conformity.
• Process incoming inspection requests and conduct inspections within assigned areas.
• Monitor contractor performance and track the closure of inspection comments and outstanding corrective actions.
• Verify electrical materials delivered to the site against approved material submittals and project specifications.
• Report damaged, unapproved, incorrectly stored, or non‑compliant materials.
• Maintain daily records of contractor manpower, equipment, resources, and work activities.
• Document location, purpose, methods, personnel, and equipment associated with observed construction activities.
• Carry out site supervision and inspections as instructed by the Resident Engineer or Assistant Resident Engineer.
• Monitor installation processes for electrical containment, cabling, distribution systems, lighting, power, grounding, and related services.
• Coordinate inspection activities with architectural, structural, mechanical, civil, and other building‑services teams.
• Identify interface conflicts and communicate coordination concerns before they affect subsequent construction work.
• Apply project quality‑control procedures and ensure inspection activities follow the approved quality plan.
• Monitor quality assurance progress and maintain complete inspection documentation.
• Follow up on site instructions issued by project leadership and verify their implementation.
• Prepare site measurements, quantity checks, and surveying verification when requested.
• Monitor compliance with performance requirements, construction tolerances, and applicable electrical codes.
• Raise technical observations for defective, incomplete, or non‑conforming work.
• Assist with non‑conformance reporting and verify that corrective work is completed satisfactorily.
• Monitor the health and safety conditions of electrical construction activities.
• Report unsafe practices, safety violations, and conditions that could place workers or completed installations at risk.
• Prepare clear daily reports, inspection summaries, photographic records, and progress observations.
• Maintain organized records of inspection requests, test results, material deliveries, instructions, and completed works.
• Support testing, pre‑commissioning, commissioning, snagging, and project handover activities.
• Attend site coordination meetings and provide factual updates on electrical progress and quality.
• Apply professional judgment and recommend practical solutions when site issues arise.

Ideal Profile

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, or a related engineering discipline.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required for progression to Engineer level.
• Minimum 7 years of overall experience in electrical construction or related projects.
• At least 5 years of construction supervision experience in the United Arab Emirates.
• Previous inspection or supervision experience with an engineering consultancy is required.
• Practical knowledge of electrical installation methods, construction procedures, and inspection requirements.
• Familiarity with electrical design fundamentals, technical drawings, specifications, and material schedules.
• Experience with mixed‑use residential, commercial, retail, hospitality, or horizontal development projects.
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes and electrical construction standards.
• Detailed understanding of construction techniques, site sequencing, and multidisciplinary interfaces.
• Ability to identify workmanship defects, installation deviations, and non‑compliant materials.
• Experience completing inspection requests, site records, quality reports, and technical documentation.
• Effective written English with the ability to prepare concise and accurate reports.
• Clear verbal communication skills for coordinating with engineers, contractors, and site teams.
• Strong attention to technical detail and construction quality.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining professional judgment.
• Safety‑conscious approach with a strong work ethic and responsible site conduct.
• Collaborative attitude, high energy levels, and a practical solutions‑focused mindset.

Skills Set

• Electrical inspection
• Construction supervision
• Building electrical systems
• Electrical drawings
• Technical specifications
• Inspection requests
• Material inspections
• Quality assurance
• Quality control
• Building codes
• Electrical installation methods
• Site measurements
• Quantity verification
• Contractor monitoring
• Manpower tracking
• Equipment tracking
• Non‑conformance reporting
• Corrective action follow‑up
• Health and safety monitoring
• Daily site reporting
• Testing and commissioning
• Snagging inspections
• Technical documentation
• Multidisciplinary coordination
• Mixed‑use developments
• Residential buildings
• Commercial buildings
• Retail developments
• Hospitality projects
• Project handover

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive medical coverage, disability insurance, life insurance, paid leave, well‑being resources, business travel insurance, recognition programmes, retirement support, flexible work options, and other employment benefits.

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