Inspector - Civil

Parsons; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking an Inspector – Civil to support supervision of water distribution network construction in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. You will assist Resident Engineers, inspect installation works, review drawings and specs, and ensure compliance with QA/QC and HSE plans.

The role requires a BE/BSc in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, fluent English, and a willingness to work a six-day site week. Prior TAQA Distribution or similar utility project experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum Engineering Degree (BE or BSc) in Civil or Mechanical Engineering. The degree shall be certified by the Ministry of Higher Education.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant site inspection experience, with a preference for consultancy experience in a similar scope of work.
• Sound knowledge of water distribution or civil works and ability to read drawings, specs and inspection plans.

Responsibilities

• Supervise site works with Resident Engineers to ensure quality and compliance per contract documents.
• Perform day-to-day site inspections, record findings, and coordinate with the Assistant Resident Engineers.
• Attend field and lab tests and verify materials meet contractual requirements and drawings.

Skills

Site inspection

Reading drawings

HSE knowledge

English fluency

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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Job Description

Inspector – Civil (Abu Dhabi / Al Dhafra / Al Ain, UAE) Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Inspector (Civil) to join our team! The Inspector supports the Resident and Assistant Resident Engineers in the day-to-day site supervision of water distribution network construction works for a major utility client in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, ensuring works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, standards and regulations.

What You'll Be Doing

• Collaborate and co-operate with the Resident and Assistant Resident Engineers to supervise the works so that they are performed in proper sequence and to the required quality as per the contract documents.
• Perform site supervision activities and carry out day-to-day site inspection of Contractor works, flag deviations, and coordinate with the Assistant Resident Engineers.
• Inspect water network installation works, including excavation, bedding, pipe laying, thrust restraint, chambers, valves, fire hydrants, air valves, fittings, connections, backfilling and reinstatement.
• Verify that works comply with approved drawings, specifications, inspection and test plans and industry standards, ensuring proper alignment, levels and gradients.
• Attend and witness field and laboratory tests, including pressure testing, flushing, disinfection, water quality sampling and compaction testing.
• Inspect delivered materials at site to confirm freedom from damage and compliance with contractual requirements before incorporation into the works.
• Monitor and report on the progress of work to the Assistant Resident Engineers, and proactively communicate deviations and findings.
• Maintain accurate daily field logs, inspection records, photographic records and site observations.
• Raise inspection requests and site observations, and support the raising of non-conformance reports where required.
• Monitor protection of existing utilities and assets during construction activities.
• Maintain proper QA / QC and HSE conditions at site in line with the requirements of the Consultant's and Contractor's HSEQ plans.
• Maintain a visible presence at the workplace, and actively participate in worksite HSE walkthroughs, inspections, safety interventions and audits at planned intervals.
• Promote HSE reporting proactively and empower employees to express their concerns about unsafe acts and unsafe conditions.
• Support snagging, de-snagging and final inspections on completion of works.

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Minimum Engineering Degree (BE or BSc) in Civil or Mechanical Engineering. The degree shall be certified by the Ministry of Higher Education.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant site inspection experience, with a preference for consultancy experience in a similar scope of work.
• Sound knowledge of water network systems and associated civil works.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting drawings, specifications and inspection and test plans.
• Experience with trenching, excavation, shoring and backfilling processes.
• Good knowledge of HSE requirements associated with safe work practices, including confined space, excavation, lifting and working at height.
• Familiarity with Client specifications and related international standards, and with the relevant OSHAD Codes of Practice.
• Good communication, coordination and reporting skills.
• Fluent English reading and writing.
• Available on a full-time basis and prepared to work a six-day week at site as required under the Agreement.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Previous experience on TAQA Distribution (ADDC / AADC) or equivalent water distribution utility projects in Abu Dhabi or Al Ain is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with TAQA Distribution specifications, inspection and test plans and documentation requirements.
• Familiarity with the TAQA 12 Essential Rules and the Client's permit-to-work procedure.
• Experience inspecting service connections, bulk connections and network relocation works.
• Experience covering multiple concurrent worksites within a daily inspection route.
• Holds a valid UAE driver's licence.

Security Clearance Requirement

None

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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