Geotechnical Inspector

AECOM; 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. The role focuses on inspecting geotechnical activities, monitoring earthworks, and ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, and project requirements.

Responsibilities include witnessing field and lab testing, reviewing test reports, and coordinating with Surveyors and Engineers to resolve site issues.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Inspect geotechnical and earthworks activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Monitor excavation, backfilling, compaction, grading, embankments, and ground improvement works.
• Inspect soil and fill materials to verify compliance with approved sources and specifications.
• Monitor marine reclamation, rockfill, and placement activities where applicable.
• Witness field and laboratory testing, including compaction, density, soil classification, and other required geotechnical tests.
• Check levels, grades, formation, and compaction of earthworks and prepared surfaces.
• Review inspection requests, material approvals, test reports, and relevant quality documentation.
• Monitor foundation preparation and verify ground conditions before construction proceeds.
• Identify non-conforming works and follow up on corrective actions.
• Coordinate with the 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

Good communication

Reporting skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

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Job Description

We are looking for a Geotechnical Inspector to support our marine and infrastructure projects in Abu Dhabi.

Responsibilities

• Inspect geotechnical and earthworks activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
• Monitor excavation, backfilling, compaction, grading, embankments, and ground improvement works.
• Inspect soil and fill materials to verify compliance with approved sources and specifications.
• Monitor marine reclamation, rockfill, and placement activities where applicable.
• Witness field and laboratory testing, including compaction, density, soil classification, and other required geotechnical tests.
• Check levels, grades, formation, and compaction of earthworks and prepared surfaces.
• Review inspection requests, material approvals, test reports, and relevant quality documentation.
• Monitor foundation preparation and verify ground conditions before construction proceeds.
• Identify non-conforming works and follow up on corrective actions.
• Coordinate with the 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.

Requirements

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

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What Makes AECOM a Great Place To Work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.