Materials Inspector - Roads and Utilities

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

Job summary

Parsons Corporation in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, seeks an experienced Materials Inspector to join the roads and utilities supervision team. You will inspect materials, coordinate field and laboratory testing, and verify conformity with approved submittals, specs and standards.

The position requires a Civil Engineering degree and at least five years’ experience on roads and utilities projects. You will collaborate with contractors and laboratories to maintain traceability, document

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Diploma in Civil Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience on roads and utilities projects.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction materials for compliance with submittals and specs.
• Coordinate field and laboratory testing and witness testing as required.
• Maintain inspection records and material traceability.
• Identify nonconforming materials and support corrective actions.
• Coordinate with contractors and laboratories regarding inspection schedules.

Skills

Reading drawings

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Materials Inspector - Roads and Utilities Job Snapshot

Role: Materials Inspector

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Civil Engineering

Function: Building-Construction Inspection

Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience on roads and utilities projects

Job Type: Full Time

Work Arrangement: On-site

Parsons Corporation is seeking an experienced Materials Inspector to join its construction supervision team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The role focuses on inspecting construction materials, coordinating field and laboratory testing, and verifying compliance with approved material submittals, project specifications, and applicable engineering standards. The successful candidate will inspect and sample materials delivered to construction sites, witness or coordinate testing activities, review laboratory results, and verify that materials meet established acceptance criteria before and during their use in construction works. The position involves working closely with contractors, testing laboratories, and construction supervision personnel to coordinate inspections, maintain material traceability, identify nonconforming materials, and document corrective actions.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor 's degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering and have at least five years of relevant experience on roads and utilities projects. The role requires the ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and construction method statements.

Job Details

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Abu Dhabi
• Industry: Civil Engineering
• Function: Building-Construction Inspection
• Salary: Not disclosed
• Gender: No Preference
• Candidate Nationality: Not specified
• Job Type: Full Time
• Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

Construction Materials Inspection

• Inspect construction materials delivered to project sites for compliance with approved material submittals and technical specifications.
• Verify that incoming materials meet applicable project quality requirements.
• Conduct material sampling and inspection activities in accordance with relevant procedures.
• Review material identification and supporting documentation during inspections.
• Identify materials that do not meet approved specifications or acceptance requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors regarding material inspection findings.
• Verify that materials used in construction works correspond with approved submissions.
• Maintain accurate records of material inspections and verification activities.

Field and Laboratory Testing Coordination

• Witness or coordinate field and laboratory testing of construction materials as required.
• Coordinate concrete testing activities in accordance with applicable project requirements.
• Witness or arrange asphalt and aggregate testing where relevant.
• Support soil and pavement compaction testing coordination.
• Coordinate reinforcement steel and coating tests when required.
• Liaise with contractors and testing laboratories regarding inspection and testing schedules.
• Verify that required tests are conducted according to applicable specifications and approved procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of testing requests and associated activities.

Materials Testing and Results Verification

• Review field and laboratory test reports for construction materials.
• Verify reported test results against applicable acceptance criteria.
• Identify test results that indicate potential material noncompliance.
• Coordinate clarification of incomplete or inconsistent testing information.
• Communicate relevant testing findings to construction supervision personnel.
• Support the assessment of material compliance based on documented test results.
• Track outstanding testing requirements and associated reports.
• Maintain organized testing records for project reference and reporting.

Roads and Utilities Materials Compliance

• Inspect materials associated with roads and utilities construction activities.
• Verify compliance with relevant engineering drawings and project specifications.
• Review material requirements outlined in approved Inspection and Test Plans.
• Check material-related activities against applicable construction method statements.
• Coordinate with site personnel regarding material acceptance requirements.
• Identify discrepancies between delivered materials and approved project documentation.
• Support consistent application of material inspection procedures across assigned works.
• Maintain inspection records relevant to roads and utilities construction.

Materials Storage, Handling and Traceability

• Verify that construction materials are stored and handled according to applicable project requirements.
• Inspect material storage conditions and identify potential compliance concerns.
• Check material identification and traceability information.
• Verify that approved materials are used in the appropriate construction activities.
• Coordinate with contractors regarding material handling and storage deficiencies.
• Maintain records supporting the traceability of inspected materials.
• Support the accuracy of material information included in relevant as-built records.
• Report material storage or handling issues requiring corrective action.

Nonconformance Identification and Corrective Actions

• Identify construction materials that do not comply with approved project requirements.
• Raise or support the preparation of Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) as required.
• Maintain records of identified material deficiencies and nonconforming test results.
• Coordinate with contractors and relevant project personnel regarding corrective actions.
• Track outstanding nonconformance issues.
• Verify implementation of corrective actions within the assigned inspection scope.
• Maintain supporting documentation for nonconformance closure.
• Communicate unresolved material quality concerns to relevant supervision personnel.

Inspection Scheduling and Site Coordination

• Coordinate material inspection and testing activities with contractors.
• Liaise with testing laboratories to arrange required field and laboratory tests.
• Monitor upcoming inspection and testing requirements.
• Support timely completion of material verification activities.
• Coordinate inspection schedules to minimize avoidable disruption to construction progress.
• Communicate inspection requirements and outstanding testing matters to site personnel.
• Follow up on pending material inspection requests and test results.
• Maintain effective working relationships with contractors, laboratory personnel, and project teams.

Materials Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate material inspection logs.
• Prepare and update inspection and testing records.
• Record material sampling activities and associated testing requests.
• Maintain organized copies of laboratory and field test results.
• Update NCR registers and related corrective action records.
• Maintain material documentation in accordance with project procedures.
• Contribute inspection findings and testing information to routine project reports.
• Use Microsoft Office and relevant project systems to manage records and prepare reports.
• Support the completeness and traceability of material quality documentation.

Quality Compliance and Safe Site Practices

• Apply approved project specifications and inspection procedures during material verification activities.
• Review relevant technical requirements before conducting inspections.
• Maintain attention to detail when examining materials and test documentation.
• Identify potential quality issues affecting construction materials.
• Coordinate material compliance concerns with appropriate project personnel.
• Follow applicable site safety procedures during inspection and sampling activities.
• Support accurate and consistent implementation of project material quality requirements.
• Maintain professional inspection records and communication throughout assigned activities.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor 's degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience on roads and utilities projects.
• Experience inspecting construction materials against approved submittals and technical specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of construction material specifications and applicable inspection requirements.
• Ability to interpret and apply Inspection and Test Plans.
• Understanding of construction method statements relevant to material inspection activities.
• Familiarity with field and laboratory testing of construction materials.
• Ability to review material testing reports against acceptance criteria.
• Understanding of material storage, handling, and traceability requirements.
• Ability to maintain inspection records, testing documentation, and nonconformance reports.
• Strong computer literacy for documentation and reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant project systems.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal and coordination abilities.
• Strong attention to documentation accuracy and recordkeeping.

Preferred Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective coordination with project teams.
• Capability to perform site-based fieldwork activities.
• Consistent attention to detail during inspections and documentation reviews.
• Strong commitment to safe working practices.

Technical and Professional Competencies

• Construction materials inspection.
• Roads and utilities materials verification.
• Material submittal compliance.
• Engineering drawings and specifications.
• Inspection and Test Plans.
• Construction method statements.
• Concrete material testing coordination.
• Asphalt and aggregate testing.
• Compaction testing.
• Reinforcement steel testing.
• Coating testing.
• Field and laboratory inspection coordination.
• Material sampling and verification.
• Laboratory test report review.
• Material acceptance criteria.
• Construction material storage and handling.
• Material identification and traceability.
• Material information in as-built records.
• Non-Conformance Reports.
• Corrective action tracking and verification.
• Material inspection logs.
• Testing requests and results documentation.
• Construction quality compliance.
• Microsoft Office.
• Project inspection and reporting systems.
• Contractor and laboratory coordination.
• Site inspection safety practices.

Working at Parsons

As a Materials Inspector, you will contribute to the quality and compliance of construction materials used in roads and utilities projects in Abu Dhabi. The position involves conducting material inspections, coordinating field and laboratory tests, reviewing test results, and maintaining accurate documentation to support construction supervision activities. You will work with contractors, testing laboratories, and engineering personnel to verify material compliance, identify quality concerns, and support appropriate corrective actions. Parsons promotes technical excellence, professional development, teamwork, and employee wellbeing. The company values professionals who demonstrate attention to detail, sound technical judgment, and a commitment to quality and safe working practices.

About Parsons Corporation

Parsons Corporation provides engineering, technical consulting, design, and project services across infrastructure and development sectors. Its multidisciplinary teams support engineering coordination, construction supervision, quality monitoring, and project delivery. The company emphasizes technical expertise, innovation, collaboration, and consistent application of engineering and construction standards.

Parsons is committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.