Material Inspector - Microtunneling and Underground Utilities - AECOM - Dubai, UAE

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,880 - 290,160; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd is seeking a Material Inspector for projects in Dubai, UAE. The role involves quality control and inspection of underground utility materials to ensure compliance with specifications.

Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 10 years of experience, including 5 years in microtunneling projects within the UAE. This role offers a competitive salary and the chance to work with a leading engineering consultancy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience as a Material Inspector.
• At least 5 years of UAE experience on microtunneling projects in Dubai.
• Dubai Central Laboratory approval mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Inspect delivered materials including RCC, GRP, and steel jacking pipes.
• Verify manufacturer certificates, test reports, compliance documents.
• Ensure materials comply with approved shop drawings and regulations.

Skills

Microtunneling material inspection

Underground utility quality control

Material certification verification

Storage and handling compliance

ITP implementation and documentation review

Job description

Material Inspector - Microtunneling and Underground Utilities - AECOM - Dubai, UAE

AECOM is seeking a Material Inspector in Dubai, UAE to support microtunneling and underground utility infrastructure projects. This role focuses on inspection, verification, and quality control of jacking pipes, lubrication systems, grouting materials, and structural components to ensure full compliance with approved specifications and Dubai authority standards.

Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Engineering
Function: QA Quality Control
Salary: 18000-26000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect delivered materials including RCC, GRP, and steel jacking pipes, bentonite lubrication materials, concrete, grout, thrust blocks, rails, cutters, and fittings
• Verify manufacturer certificates, test reports, compliance documents, and batch numbers prior to approval
• Ensure materials comply with approved shop drawings, method statements and authority regulations
• Monitor proper storage, stacking and labeling to prevent contamination or damage
• Verify handling and lifting practices to avoid cracking, deformation or coating damage
• Inspect material usage during pipe jacking, shaft construction, thrust wall installation, lubrication injection and grouting works
• Confirm correct joint sealing, lubrication application and backfilling materials
• Ensure no unapproved materials are used on site
• Coordinate with QA QC teams, site engineers, contractors and storekeepers for material control
• Support consultant and client inspections
• Monitor shelf life and expiry dates of chemicals and grout additives
• Identify material risks affecting tunneling alignment, jacking force, durability and settlement control
• Ensure compliance with project quality plans, ITPs, safety standards and environmental requirements

Ideal Profile

• Minimum 10 years of experience as a Material Inspector
• At least 5 years of UAE experience on microtunneling projects in Dubai
• Dubai Central Laboratory approval mandatory
• Strong knowledge of underground utility material specifications and testing standards
• Advanced understanding of QA QC procedures and Inspection and Test Plans
• Experience verifying compliance with RTA, Dubai Municipality and DEWA standards

Skills Set

• Microtunneling material inspection
• Underground utility quality control
• Material certification verification
• Storage and handling compliance
• ITP implementation and documentation review
• Authority coordination and regulatory compliance
• Risk identification and mitigation in tunneling works

Why Join Us

• Contribute to complex underground infrastructure and tunneling projects in Dubai
• Work within a globally recognized engineering consultancy
• Exposure to advanced utility construction technologies
• Competitive salary and professional development opportunities
• Collaborative environment focused on quality and engineering excellence

About the Company

AECOM Middle East is a leading engineering and infrastructure consultancy based in Dubai, delivering innovative, sustainable project solutions across transportation, buildings, water, environment and energy. With global expertise and strong local presence, AECOM helps clients build smarter cities and resilient communities across the GCC and beyond.