Lead Wet Utility Inspector, Water & Sewer Projects

WSP in the Middle East; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,880 - 290,160; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the Middle East is seeking a Wet Utility Inspector to join our Abu Dhabi team, supporting construction supervision of major transportation, roads, utilities, and infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will inspect wet utility works, monitor site construction activities, and ensure compliance with project specifications, approved drawings, authority requirements, and quality standards throughout project delivery.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Wet Utility Inspector on roads, transportation, utilities and infrastructure projects.
• Consultancy supervision experience is essential.
• Familiarity with Abu Dhabi and UAE authority standards and utility specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and construction documents.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Inspect wet utility works including water transmission and distribution networks, sewerage systems, stormwater drainage networks, irrigation systems and associated infrastructure.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, project specifications and authority requirements.
• Review contractor inspection requests, method statements, shop drawings and material approvals.
• Verify that installed wet utility works meet quality standards and approved construction methodologies.
• Witness testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
• Coordinate with Resident Engineers, Site Engineers, contractors, authorities and project stakeholders.
• Identify non-conforming works and assist in implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain inspection records and prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements on site.
• Monitor project progress and report construction issues affecting quality or schedule.
• Support project teams in achieving quality, safety and project delivery objectives.

Skills

Strong communication

Coordination

Reporting

Microsoft Office

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor’s or Diploma in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

WSP in the Middle East is seeking a Wet Utility Inspector to join our Abu Dhabi team, supporting construction supervision of major transportation, roads, utilities, and infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will inspect wet utility works, monitor site construction activities, and ensure compliance with project specifications, approved drawings, authority requirements, and quality standards throughout project delivery.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.