Quality Inspector - Water Infrastructure Projects

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, is seeking a Quality Inspector to support construction quality inspection and assurance activities within its Water business line. The role focuses on monitoring construction work for compliance with project quality requirements, performance standards, and applicable codes.

Responsibilities include daily field inspections, maintaining inspection records, and supporting testing, commissioning, and project turnover activities under general supervision.

Qualifications

• The employer has not specified a mandatory academic qualification or professional certification.
• Role requires limited experience and professional judgment.
• Ability to conduct field inspections and monitor compliance with quality, performance, specifications and codes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily field inspections to monitor construction activities and assess compliance with project requirements.
• Verify that inspected work conforms to applicable quality standards, performance criteria, technical specifications, and code requirements.
• Identify and document observations relating to construction quality and compliance.
• Maintain accurate inspection records to support project quality monitoring and reporting.
• Carry out assigned inspection responsibilities under general supervision.
• Apply available technical experience and judgment when planning and completing inspection tasks.

Skills

Field inspections

Quality monitoring

Documentation

Inspection records

Testing support

Job description

Quality Inspector - Water Infrastructure Projects Job Snapshot - Role: Quality Inspector - Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Civil Engineering - Function: Building-Construction Inspection - Experience: Limited experience; specific years not stated - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview

AECOM is seeking a Quality Inspector to support construction quality inspection and assurance activities within its Water business line in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The position focuses on monitoring construction work for compliance with project quality requirements, performance standards, technical specifications, and applicable codes. The successful candidate will conduct daily field inspections, maintain accurate inspection records, track quality assurance progress, and participate in testing, commissioning, and project turnover activities. Working under general supervision, the Quality Inspector will apply technical judgment to assigned inspection tasks and contribute to the effective monitoring and documentation of construction quality.

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 Quality Inspection

• Conduct daily field inspections to monitor construction activities and assess compliance with project requirements.
• Verify that inspected work conforms to applicable quality standards, performance criteria, technical specifications, and code requirements.
• Identify and document observations relating to construction quality and compliance.
• Maintain accurate inspection records to support project quality monitoring and reporting.
• Carry out assigned inspection responsibilities under general supervision.
• Apply available technical experience and judgment when planning and completing inspection tasks.

Quality Assurance Monitoring

• Track the progress of quality assurance activities associated with assigned construction works.
• Monitor inspection findings and maintain supporting quality records.
• Provide accurate inspection information to support ongoing assessment of project quality performance.
• Assist in documenting observations that require further review or attention.
• Support consistent application of established inspection and quality assurance procedures.

Testing and Commissioning Support

• Participate in inspection activities associated with project testing and commissioning.
• Assist with punch list activities to document outstanding work and completion-related observations.
• Maintain relevant inspection records during testing and commissioning activities.
• Provide inspection information to support monitoring of construction completion requirements.
• Contribute to the documentation of quality-related observations identified during these activities.

Project Turnover Documentation

• Provide input to documentation required for area and equipment turnovers.
• Assist in maintaining inspection information relevant to project completion and handover.
• Ensure assigned inspection records are accurately documented and available for reference.
• Support the preparation of turnover documentation through the provision of relevant quality inspection information.

General Inspection Responsibilities

• Organize assigned inspection activities and complete tasks within established supervisory arrangements.
• Maintain attention to detail when assessing workmanship, performance, specifications, and code compliance.
• Follow applicable project inspection requirements and documentation procedures.
• Contribute to accurate recordkeeping and quality assurance progress tracking.
• Assist with training entry-level employees when requested.

Experience and Qualifications

• The employer has not specified a mandatory academic qualification or professional certification.
• The position is described as requiring limited experience and professional judgment.
• A specific minimum number of years of experience has not been stated.
• The role requires the ability to conduct field inspections and monitor compliance with quality, performance, specification, and code requirements.
• Candidates must be able to maintain inspection records and contribute to testing, commissioning, and project turnover documentation activities.
• Responsibilities are performed under general supervision.

Relevant Skills and Competencies

• Construction field inspection and quality monitoring.
• Understanding of project quality and performance requirements.
• Ability to assess work against technical specifications and applicable codes.
• Inspection record preparation and documentation.
• Quality assurance progress tracking.
• Participation in punch list inspections.
• Testing and commissioning inspection support.
• Area and equipment turnover documentation.
• Ability to organize assigned inspection activities.
• Attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping.
• Sound judgment within assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to work effectively under general supervision.
• Willingness to assist with the development of entry-level employees when required.

Recruitment and Onboarding Requirements

AECOM is committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and takes fraudulent hiring activities seriously. All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding session at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Employee Benefits and Professional Development

AECOM offers a range of employee benefits depending on employment status and applicable eligibility requirements. These may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, paid time off, leave benefits, employee assistance programmes, well-being resources, business travel insurance, retirement savings arrangements, and other available employee benefits. The company supports professional development through training programmes, technical knowledge sharing, and collaboration with engineering, construction management, and quality assurance professionals. Employees have opportunities to contribute to infrastructure projects while developing their technical capabilities within AECOM 's multidisciplinary working environment.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting and professional services firm committed to delivering a better world. The company provides integrated services across water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings, supporting public- and private-sector clients with infrastructure and development projects. Its capabilities include advisory, planning, design, engineering, programme management, and construction management, helping clients develop innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle. AECOM brings together more than 50,000 professionals worldwide, including engineers, architects, planners, designers, scientists, digital specialists, and construction management professionals. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. The organization promotes collaboration, professional development, and equal employment opportunities while pursuing its purpose of delivering a better world.