Material QA/QC Engineer

Bilfinger Middle East; Sharjah; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Bilfinger Middle East invites an experienced Material QA/QC Engineer to join our supervision team in Sharjah for a major Roads and Infrastructure project associated with Etihad Rail. You will ensure construction materials meet contractual specs, approved standards, authority requirements and our QA/QC procedures.

The role requires extensive experience in material inspection, testing and approval processes, and coordination with laboratories, contractors and Sharjah authorities to maintain

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• Professional certifications related to Quality Management or Material Engineering will be an added advantage.
• 12–15 years of professional experience in Civil Engineering projects.
• Experience with Sharjah Municipality Authorities and SRTA is mandatory/preferred.
• Familiarity with UAE standards, specifications, and authority requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve material submittals per project specifications and authority requirements.
• Monitor and oversee material testing activities conducted at site and approved laboratories.
• Verify compliance of construction materials with approved standards, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors, laboratories, and project stakeholders regarding material approvals and testing.
• Ensure all inspection and testing activities are properly documented and maintained.
• Review material test reports and recommend acceptance or rejection of materials.
• Conduct site inspections to verify quality compliance of materials delivered and incorporated into the works.
• Ensure compliance with QA/QC procedures.
• Witness field and laboratory testing activities as required.
• Monitor corrective actions for non-conforming materials and quality-related issues.
• Prepare periodic quality reports and maintain quality records.
• Coordinate with Sharjah authorities and SRTA regarding approvals and material compliance requirements.
• Support Resident Engineer in achieving project quality objectives.

Skills

Strong communication

Coordination with multidisciplinary

Technical report analysis

Report writing

ISO Quality Management Systems

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Material QA/QC Engineer to join our supervision team in Sharjah for a major Roads and Infrastructure project associated with Etihad Rail.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all construction materials used on the project comply with contractual specifications, approved standards, authority requirements, and quality management procedures. The role requires extensive experience in material inspection, testing, approval processes, and coordination with laboratories, contractors, and relevant authorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and approve material submittals in accordance with project specifications and authority requirements.
• Monitor and oversee material testing activities conducted at site and approved laboratories.
• Verify compliance of construction materials with approved standards, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors, laboratories, and project stakeholders regarding material approvals and testing.
• Ensure all inspection and testing activities are properly documented and maintained.
• Review material test reports and recommend acceptance or rejection of materials.
• Conduct site inspections to verify quality compliance of materials delivered and incorporated into the works.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) procedures.
• Witness field and laboratory testing activities as required.
• Monitor corrective actions for non-conforming materials and quality-related issues.
• Prepare periodic quality reports and maintain quality records.
• Coordinate with Sharjah authorities and SRTA regarding approvals and material compliance requirements.
• Support Resident Engineer in achieving project quality objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• Professional certifications related to Quality Management or Material Engineering will be an added advantage.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 12 to 15 years of professional experience in Civil Engineering projects.
• Proven experience in Roads and Infrastructure Projects.
• Strong experience in material inspection, testing, and quality control procedures.
• Previous experience working on UAE infrastructure projects.
• Experience dealing with Sharjah Municipality Authorities and SRTA is mandatory/preferred.
• Experience in construction supervision consultancy projects is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with UAE standards, specifications, and authority requirements.
• Material Approval Procedures
• Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC)
• Asphalt and Concrete Materials
• Earthworks and Pavement Materials
• Laboratory Testing & Inspection
• Quality Documentation and Reporting
• Non-Conformance Management (NCRs)
• Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)
• UAE Infrastructure Standards

Preferred Skills

• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Ability to analyze technical reports and test results.
• Excellent report-writing and documentation skills.
• Knowledge of ISO Quality Management Systems.
• Ability to work effectively under project deadlines.

Job Function

The Material QA/QC Engineer will be responsible for ensuring that all construction materials used on the project meet the required quality standards, project specifications, and authority requirements. The role involves managing material approvals, conducting inspections, reviewing laboratory test results, coordinating with contractors and authorities, and ensuring the successful implementation of project QA/QC procedures throughout the construction phase.