Rail Tunnel Inspector - TBM Construction

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 133,920 - 200,880; Full time

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd is seeking a Senior Rail Tunnel Inspector based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This full-time position focuses on TBM tunnel works and includes a variety of responsibilities such as inspecting construction activities, monitoring contractor compliance, and ensuring adherence to quality standards.

The ideal candidate should have a degree in Civil or Railway Engineering and 7-10 years of significant inspection experience within major rail and underground projects. The position highly emphasizes practical knowledge of TBM tunnel projects and safety adherence.

AECOM offers a platform for contributing to transformative underground infrastructure projects while promoting career development and collaboration within a global engineering leader.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of construction inspection experience on major rail, metro, underground infrastructure, or tunnel projects.
• Mandatory hands-on experience on TBM tunnel projects.
• Strong understanding of tunnel construction methods and railway standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect rail tunnel construction works including TBM excavation and segmental lining.
• Verify materials and workmanship against project quality requirements.
• Monitor contractor activities to confirm compliance with approved drawings and standards.
• Witness inspections and commissioning for tunnel and related rail infrastructure.

Skills

Rail tunnel inspection

TBM tunnel works

Tunnel construction

Construction inspection

Segmental lining

TBM excavation

Grouting inspection

Waterproofing inspection

Cross passage works

Shaft construction

Track bed construction

Underground infrastructure

Metro project inspection

High‑speed rail projects

Railway standards

Method statements

Inspection and test plans

QA/QC procedures

Material verification

Workmanship inspection

Settlement monitoring

Ground movement control

Tunnel alignment monitoring

Daily site records

Non‑conformance reporting

Testing and commissioning support

HSE compliance

Tunnel safety procedures

Contractor coordination

Client representative coordination

Handover inspection

Education

Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering or Railway Engineering

Job description

Rail Tunnel Inspector – TBM Construction (Job Snapshot)

Rail Tunnel Inspector – TBM Construction. This full‑time, senior inspection role based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates focuses on TBM tunnel works, segmental lining, grouting, waterproofing, shafts, cross passages, track bed construction, and related underground civil activities.

Location: Dubai, UAE | Industry: Civil Engineering | Function: Building‑Construction Inspection | Job Type: Full‑time | Salary: 12,000–18,000 AED/month (estimated) | Gender: Any | Nationality: Any

As the Rail Tunnel Inspector, you will support safe, compliant, and high‑quality delivery of rail tunnel infrastructure by inspecting contractor activities throughout excavation, lining, installation, testing, commissioning, and handover stages. You will work closely with contractors, engineers, QA/QC teams, HSE teams, and client representatives to verify workmanship, identify non‑conformities, monitor alignment and settlement controls, and ensure corrective actions are completed on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect rail tunnel construction works including TBM excavation, segmental lining, grouting, waterproofing, cross passages, shafts, track bed construction, and associated civil works.
• Monitor contractor activities to confirm compliance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, inspection and test plans, construction sequences, and railway standards.
• Verify materials and workmanship, testing, installation activities, and completed works against project quality requirements.
• Monitor TBM operations, segment erection, tunnel alignment, breakthrough readiness, settlement monitoring, and ground movement control measures.
• Check that tunnel works are completed within approved tolerances and report deviations, defects, or non‑compliant activities.
• Maintain accurate daily site records covering progress, resources, inspections, testing, quality observations, delays, and non‑conformities.
• Witness inspections, testing, commissioning, and handover activities for tunnel and associated rail infrastructure works.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, QA/QC teams, HSE personnel, and client representatives to resolve site issues.
• Ensure timely corrective actions are taken for quality concerns, safety observations, and construction non‑conformances.
• Review site activities against approved inspection and test plans, including hold points, witness points, and required documentation.
• Support verification of as‑built information, completed work quantities, field measurements, and construction records when required.
• Confirm that tunnel safety procedures, access controls, confined‑area rules, emergency arrangements, and HSE requirements are followed on site.
• Participate in site coordination discussions and provide clear technical inspection feedback to the supervision team.
• Support progress monitoring by identifying quality risks, construction constraints, and interface issues during tunnel works.
• Assist in final completion checks by verifying installation quality, test records, inspection closure, and handover readiness.

Ideal Profile

• Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, Railway Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 7‑10 years of construction inspection experience on major rail, metro, underground infrastructure, or tunnel projects.
• Mandatory hands‑on experience on TBM tunnel projects.
• Experience on high‑speed rail or metro projects is preferred.
• Strong understanding of tunnel construction methods, railway standards, QA/QC procedures, inspection and test plans, and HSE requirements.
• Practical knowledge of TBM excavation, segmental lining, grouting, waterproofing, shafts, cross passages, track bed works, and underground civil construction.
• Ability to read and interpret approved drawings, specifications, method statements, construction procedures, and quality documentation.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify defects, non‑conformities, safety risks, and construction deviations.
• Good reporting skills for daily site records, inspection notes, progress updates, quality observations, and non‑conformance tracking.
• Confident communication skills for coordinating with contractors, engineers, supervision teams, and client representatives.
• Organized and reliable approach to field inspections, documentation control, site follow‑up, and compliance verification.
• Strong awareness of tunnel safety, rail project HSE procedures, and safe working practices in underground construction environments.

Skills Set

• Rail tunnel inspection
• TBM tunnel works
• Tunnel construction
• Construction inspection
• Segmental lining
• TBM excavation
• Grouting inspection
• Waterproofing inspection
• Cross passage works
• Shaft construction
• Track bed construction
• Underground infrastructure
• Metro project inspection
• High‑speed rail projects
• Railway standards
• Method statements
• Inspection and test plans
• QA/QC procedures
• Material verification
• Workmanship inspection
• Settlement monitoring
• Ground movement control
• Tunnel alignment monitoring
• Daily site records
• Non‑conformance reporting
• Testing and commissioning support
• HSE compliance
• Tunnel safety procedures
• Contractor coordination
• Client representative coordination
• Handover inspection

Why Join Us

This opportunity gives an experienced Rail Tunnel Inspector the chance to contribute to major underground transportation infrastructure projects in Dubai with a global engineering and construction supervision leader. The role offers strong exposure to TBM tunneling, rail construction quality, tunnel safety, site coordination, testing, commissioning, and handover activities. It is a valuable career move for an inspector who wants to apply practical field expertise on complex infrastructure projects that support mobility, connectivity, and long‑term urban development.

About the Company

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering planning, design, engineering, advisory, environmental, transportation, water, energy, buildings, program management, and construction management services worldwide. In Dubai and across the Middle East, AECOM supports major public and private sector infrastructure projects through technical expertise, multidisciplinary coordination, digital capability, and sustainable project delivery. The company provides international project exposure, professional development, collaborative teams, and opportunities for specialists who want to help deliver a better world.