QAQC Engineer

GHD; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking an immediately available QA/QC Engineer with a consulting background for Abu Dhabi to lead quality control across projects, implement standards, and drive corrective actions.

The role focuses on site inspections, review of drawings and method statements, coordination with project teams, and delivery of QA/QC documentation and reports to clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 10+ years of professional experience in QA/QC roles within construction/engineering consultancy.
• ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor certification preferred.
• Experience coordinating with consultants, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and client representatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project-specific QA/QC plans, procedures, inspection checklists, and testing requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections to verify compliance with drawings, specs, and quality standards.
• Review submittals, ITPs, testing reports, and other QA/QC documentation.
• Raise and document Non-Conformance Reports for non-compliant works and drive corrective actions.
• Coordinate with project teams to address quality-related issues and ensure timely closure of NCRs.
• Prepare QA/QC reports and provide updates to project management and clients.

Skills

QA/QC Engineering

Site Inspections

Quality Management

English Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Construction Engineering

Tools

Aconex

Procore

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

Looking for an Immediately available QAQC Engineer with Consulting background for Abu Dhabi location. he successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing quality control processes, conducting site inspections, reviewing technical documentation, and coordinating with project teams to resolve quality-related issues. This role requires strong attention to detail, sound technical knowledge, and the ability to promote a proactive quality culture across the project.

• Develop and implement project-specific Quality Assurance and Quality Control plans, procedures, inspection checklists, and testing requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections to verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, codes, and quality standards.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure works are completed in accordance with approved plans and contractual requirements.
• Review material submittals, method statements, Inspection and Test Plans, testing reports, and other quality-related documentation.
• Witness and verify material inspections, site tests, and work inspections as required.
• Raise and document Non-Conformance Reports for works that do not meet project requirements.
• Work closely with the project team to identify root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor the timely closure of Non-Conformance Reports, site observations, and quality-related actions.
• Conduct quality audits of subcontractors, suppliers, and project activities to confirm compliance with approved requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, testing results, approvals, quality observations, and project documentation.
• Prepare regular reports outlining QA/QC findings, recurring issues, quality trends, corrective actions, and recommendations for improvement.
• Provide timely quality performance updates to project managers, clients, consultants, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Provide guidance and training to project teams on quality procedures, inspection requirements, and documentation standards.
• Conduct quality workshops, toolbox talks, and awareness sessions to promote a strong quality culture across the project.
• Remain up to date with applicable industry standards, construction codes, regulatory requirements, and quality management practices.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers to address quality-related matters.
• Participate in site and project meetings, providing technical input and updates on QA/QC performance.
• Support project handover activities by reviewing quality records, close-out documentation, testing certificates, and as-built information.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Architecture, or a related engineering discipline.
• 10+ years’ professional experience in relevant positions
• Relevant professional certification or training in Quality Management, Quality Assurance, or Quality Control is preferred.
• ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor certification would be advantageous.
• Relevant experience in a QA/QC Engineer or Quality Engineer position within the construction or engineering consultancy sector.
• Demonstrated experience working on building, infrastructure, residential, commercial, hospitality, or mixed-use construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, inspection processes, testing requirements, and project documentation.
• Good understanding of Inspection and Test Plans, method statements, material submittals, Requests for Inspection, Non-Conformance Reports, and corrective action processes.
• Familiarity with applicable local authority requirements, international construction codes, project specifications, and ISO 9001 quality management principles.
• Previous experience coordinating with consultants, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and client representatives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and construction document management systems.
• Experience using platforms such as Aconex, Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar systems would be an advantage.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.