Mechanical Inspector

ALSUWEIDI Engineering Consultants; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

ALSUWEIDI Engineering Consultants is seeking an experienced Mechanical Inspector to join our Abu Dhabi project team. Immediate joiner is preferred, with on-site duties validating workmanship against shop drawings, ITPs and contract requirements.

You will supervise on-site activities, review materials, maintain daily logs and ensure safety, quality and compliance across temporary and permanent works, reporting findings to the project stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of building construction, materials, systems and trade practices.
• Computer proficiency and experience with computer software.
• Ability to communicate clearly with management and staff.
• Commitment to safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, monitor and inspect contractor activities on site per drawings, materials, method statements and ITPs.
• Inspect site conditions before construction starts.
• Verify compatibility of site with designed permanent works and check obstructions.
• Document existing conditions and protect existing structures, utilities and landscaping.
• Review materials for conformance with samples and report findings.
• Check proper storage of materials and report discrepancies.
• Inspect temporary and permanent works for contract compliance.
• Attend inspection requests and act promptly.
• Review shop drawings against contract drawings, codes and standards.
• Report non-conforming works to stakeholders.
• Monitor quality, safety, and environmental aspects on site.
• Prepare daily logs and reports; maintain records with progress photos.
• Prepare surveillance reports for deficiencies and NCRs if required.
• Coordinate between disciplines and provide technical input on site issues.
• Observe safety practices and progress; report concerns.
• Assist with punch lists, start-up, testing, commissioning and handover.
• Perform other duties as directed by the site manager.

Skills

Building construction knowledge

Computers & software

Communication skills

Safety practices

Education

Bachelor's/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Mechanical Inspector to join our team for our project in Abu Dhabi.

Immediate joiner is preferred.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise, monitor and inspect all activities carried out by the Contractor on site in accordance with the approved shop drawings, materials, method statements and ITPs.
• Inspecting site conditions prior to start of construction activities.
• Verifying the compatibility of the site with the designed permanent works and checking for obstructions.
• Documenting the condition of existing property that might be damaged by the work and ensuring all existing structures, property, utilities and landscaping are properly protected.
• Reviewing materials delivered to site for conformance with approved samples, materials and equipment and report findings.
• Checking that materials delivered to site are properly stored and report discrepancies.
• Inspecting the construction of temporary and permanent works to ensure compliance with the Contract Documents and approved shop drawings and submittals.
• Attending to Inspection Requests submitted by the contractor and take appropriate action in a timely manner.
• Reviewing submitted shop drawings against contract drawings and specifications, local codes and statutory requirements and international best practice.
• Reporting any works carried out by contractor found to not be in accordance with approved drawing and specifications and report to stakeholders for appropriate action.
• Monitoring quality of works and assess the safety at site including health and environmental issues, ensuring compliance with contractual / QCS specifications and safety and health risk assessments.
• Preparing daily logs and reports.
• Maintaining records for daily activities on site including progress photos and ensure they are readily available for inspection as and when required.
• Preparing surveillance report(s) for deficiencies of work found at site and non-conformance reports if required in view of the development of events.
• Checking and ensuring there is effective co-ordination between disciplines related works and all other disciplines.
• Providing technical input and experiences to resolve any discipline related issues on site that may arise.
• Observing site safety practices and the progress of the work and reporting any concerns.
• Assisting with the inspection of completed works and assisting in preparing punch lists. Monitoring the start-up, testing, commissioning and handover of the works.
• Perform all other duties given by the direct manager.

REQUIREMENTS

• Educational Background:

Bachelors' Degree / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar or equivalent position, with 3 years' experience in the UAE

• Skills:

Knowledge of building construction, materials, systems and trade practices is required.

Computer proficiency and knowledge and experience using computer software.

Ability to communicate logically and clearly with management and staff.

Commitment to safe work practices.

Please note that only candidates meeting all specifications will be contacted.