Materials Inspector - Civil Quality

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,440 - 156,240; Full time

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd in Dubai is seeking a Materials Inspector for civil engineering projects. This on-site role involves site material inspection, compliance with RTA specifications, and quality assurance for infrastructure projects.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's or diploma in Civil Engineering, at least 5 years of experience, and familiarity with local standards. The position provides an opportunity to contribute to major transportation projects in Dubai, ensuring high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of UAE experience in civil materials inspection, quality control, or infrastructure construction supervision.
• RTA or Dubai Municipality approval is mandatory.
• Good knowledge of RTA, Dubai Municipality, DEWA, and local authority standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction materials for compliance with RTA specifications.
• Verify supplier details and test reports.
• Conduct sampling and witness laboratory tests.

Skills

Civil materials inspection

Quality assurance

Quality control

RTA specifications

Dubai Municipality standards

DEWA standards

Material submittal review

Source approval verification

Delivery note checking

Batch certificate review

Test report review

Soil testing

Aggregate testing

Concrete testing

Asphalt testing

Steel material inspection

Field testing

Laboratory test witnessing

Inspection and test plans

Work Inspection Requests

NCR management

Site observations

Roadworks inspection

Bridge works inspection

Culvert works inspection

Drainage works inspection

Utility works inspection

Earthworks inspection

Backfilling inspection

Asphalt paving inspection

Concrete works inspection

Material storage control

QA/QC documentation

Material logs

Audit inspections

Contractor quality plans

Method statement compliance

Project closeout records

Handover documentation

HSE compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Diploma in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Snapshot

Role: Materials Inspector - Civil Quality

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Civil Engineering

Function: Quality Assurance

Job Type: On-site

Experience: Minimum 5 years

Salary: 9,000-14,000 (estimated; confirm final offer with employer)

Gender: Any

Candidate Nationality: Any

Overview

Materials Inspector - Civil Quality in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a Civil Engineering role focused on site material inspection, testing coordination, RTA compliance, supplier verification, civil works quality checks, and accurate QA/QC documentation for major transportation and infrastructure projects.

This opportunity is suited for a detail‑oriented inspector with strong UAE project experience, RTA or Dubai Municipality approval, and hands‑on knowledge of roadworks, bridges, drainage, utilities, asphalt, concrete, soil, aggregates, steel, and field testing requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect construction materials delivered to site and verify compliance with RTA specifications, approved material submittals, contract documents, and project quality requirements.
• Check material source approvals, supplier details, manufacturer approvals, delivery notes, batch certificates, test reports, and supporting documents before material acceptance.
• Carry out sampling and witness laboratory and field tests for soil, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, steel, backfill materials, and other civil construction materials.
• Confirm that materials used in roadworks, bridges, culverts, drainage networks, utility works, earthworks, asphalt paving, and concrete works match approved drawings and specifications.
• Monitor material storage, handling, stacking, protection, and site usage to prevent contamination, segregation, damage, deterioration, or unauthorized substitution.
• Verify compliance with RTA‑approved suppliers, manufacturers, and testing laboratories before materials are accepted for use.
• Coordinate with the Material Engineer, Site Engineer, Resident Engineer, laboratory teams, contractors, and supervision staff on testing schedules, approvals, and material‑related technical issues.
• Inspect asphalt works, concrete pours, earthworks, backfilling, compaction activities, and civil works to confirm that approved materials and workmanship are being applied.
• Review and submit Work Inspection Requests related to materials, testing, and civil construction activities.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, test reports, material logs, delivery records, WIR status, NCR status, and QA/QC documentation.
• Identify non‑conforming materials, raise NCRs, issue site observations, and follow up until corrective actions are completed and verified.
• Conduct audit inspections to check conformity with contract documents, approved shop drawings, method statements, ITPs, and contractor quality plans.
• Ensure site works comply with Dubai Municipality, RTA, DEWA, and other local authority standards and regulations.
• Monitor material quantities and usage to reduce wastage, misuse, over‑ordering, or deviation from approved specifications.
• Assist during RTA inspections and audits by providing site support, test evidence, inspection records, and material documentation.
• Report daily site activities, testing status, material inspections, approvals, rejected materials, and open quality issues to the Material Engineer or Resident Engineer.
• Maintain complete records of material test results, inspection outcomes, executed works, approvals, and supporting files for project closeout and handover.
• Follow HSE requirements during material handling, sampling, testing, lifting, storage inspections, and field quality activities.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or diploma in Civil Engineering with a relevant technical education background.
• Minimum 5 years of UAE experience in civil materials inspection, quality control, or infrastructure construction supervision.
• RTA or Dubai Municipality approval is mandatory.
• Experience on roads, bridges, culverts, drainage, utilities, earthworks, asphalt, concrete, and infrastructure projects.
• Good knowledge of RTA, Dubai Municipality, DEWA, and local authority standards for civil and transportation projects.
• Practical understanding of material submittals, source approvals, laboratory testing, field testing, ITPs, WIRs, NCRs, method statements, and contractor quality plans.
• Ability to inspect soil, aggregate, asphalt, concrete, steel, backfill, and other civil construction materials with accuracy.
• Strong documentation discipline with the ability to maintain test reports, inspection records, material logs, and closeout files.
• Ability to coordinate with engineers, contractors, laboratories, suppliers, manufacturers, and authority representatives.
• Strong attention to detail, clear reporting skills, and the confidence to identify non‑compliant materials before they affect site progress or project quality.

Skills Set

• Civil materials inspection
• Quality assurance
• Quality control
• RTA specifications
• Dubai Municipality standards
• DEWA standards
• Material submittal review
• Source approval verification
• Delivery note checking
• Batch certificate review
• Test report review
• Soil testing
• Aggregate testing
• Concrete testing
• Asphalt testing
• Steel material inspection
• Field testing
• Laboratory test witnessing
• Inspection and test plans
• Work Inspection Requests
• NCR management
• Site observations
• Roadworks inspection
• Bridge works inspection
• Culvert works inspection
• Drainage works inspection
• Utility works inspection
• Earthworks inspection
• Backfilling inspection
• Asphalt paving inspection
• Concrete works inspection
• Material storage control
• QA/QC documentation
• Material logs
• Audit inspections
• Contractor quality plans
• Method statement compliance
• Project closeout records
• Handover documentation
• HSE compliance

Why Join Us

This on‑site role offers a strong opportunity for a Materials Inspector to work on high‑value transportation and infrastructure projects in Dubai, where material quality, authority compliance, testing accuracy, and documentation discipline are essential to successful project delivery.

The position provides exposure to RTA‑driven civil works, multidisciplinary supervision teams, advanced infrastructure standards, and practical quality control responsibilities that support safer roads, stronger structures, reliable utilities, and long‑term urban development.

About the Company

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm providing engineering, construction management, transportation, water, environmental, planning, design, advisory, and program management services. In Dubai and across the Middle East, AECOM supports major public and private sector infrastructure projects with technical expertise, quality‑focused supervision, and integrated project delivery solutions that help build safer, more resilient, and better‑connected communities.