Field Geotechnical Inspector - Marine & Infrastructure

TALENTMATE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Geotechnical Inspector to support marine and infrastructure projects in Abu Dhabi. You will inspect geotechnical activities, monitor earthworks, verify materials, and document test results to ensure compliance with project requirements.

The role requires a Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering or Geology, plus relevant inspection experience; UAE experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering or Geology.
• Relevant experience in geotechnical inspection and construction activities.
• Experience in marine and infrastructure projects preferred.
• Good knowledge of earthworks, excavation, backfilling, compaction, soil testing, reclamation and ground improvement.
• Familiarity with relevant specifications, standards and inspection procedures.
• UAE experience preferred.
• Good communication and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect geotechnical and earthworks activities to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications and project requirements.
• Monitor excavation, backfilling, compaction, grading, embankments and ground improvement works.
• Inspect soil and fill materials to verify compliance with sources and specifications.
• Monitor marine reclamation, rockfill and placement activities where applicable.
• Witness field and laboratory testing including compaction, density and soil classification.
• Check levels, grades, formation and compaction of earthworks and prepared surfaces.
• Review inspection requests, material approvals, test reports and quality documentation.
• Monitor foundation preparation and verify ground conditions before construction proceeds.
• Identify non-conforming works and follow up on corrective actions.
• Coordinate with Surveyor, Contractor, Geotechnical Engineer and other site teams to resolve site issues.
• Maintain inspection records, photographs, test results and daily reports.
• Support the project team in monitoring geotechnical works for marine and infrastructure construction.

Skills

Geotechnical inspection

Communication skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, or related discipline

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Geotechnical Inspector to support marine and infrastructure projects in Abu Dhabi. You will inspect geotechnical activities, monitor earthworks, verify materials, and document test results to ensure compliance with project requirements.

The role requires a Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering or Geology, plus relevant inspection experience; UAE experience is preferred.