Senior QA/QC Inspector — Construction Quality Lead

Arada; Sharjah; On-site; AED 240,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Arada in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced QA/QC Inspector to monitor construction works and ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards and regulatory requirements.

With 15+ years in QA/QC on large-scale developments, you will lead inspections, document deviations, support QA/QC procedures, verify materials and third-party reports, coordinate with contractors, and promote continuous improvement while upholding health, safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction, or related field.
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor / CQI/IRCA or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum 15 years QA/QC inspection experience in real estate development or large-scale construction.
• Strong knowledge of UAE construction methods, materials, and standards.
• Experience with developers, consultants, and contractors in mixed-use or residential projects preferred.
• Fluent English with Arabic a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of construction works to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Monitor and document construction activities, highlighting deviations or non-conformances.
• Support QA/QC Manager in developing, implementing, and maintaining quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Ensure materials delivered and used on-site conform to project requirements and approved submittals.
• Coordinate with contractors and subcontractors on quality-related matters and provide corrective action recommendations where required.
• Review and verify testing and inspection reports submitted by third parties.
• Maintain quality records, reports, and documentation to ensure traceability.
• Assist in internal and external audits, ensuring timely closure of non-conformance reports.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and proactive quality management within the project team.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards during inspections

Skills

Attention to detail

English communication

Report writing

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or diploma in Civil Engineering/Construction

QA/QC certifications (ISO 9001 Lead Auditor / CQI/IRCA)

Tools

MS Office

QA/QC software tools

Document control systems

Job description

Arada in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced QA/QC Inspector to monitor construction works and ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards and regulatory requirements.

With 15+ years in QA/QC on large-scale developments, you will lead inspections, document deviations, support QA/QC procedures, verify materials and third-party reports, coordinate with contractors, and promote continuous improvement while upholding health, safety and environmental standards.