Senior Water Infrastructure Inspector

TALENTMATE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 335,000 - 614,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Inspector for potable water infrastructure to support major water distribution projects. You will inspect installations, monitor earthworks, ensure drawings and specs are followed, and coordinate with the Survey Team to verify alignments and interfaces.

The role requires strong QA/QC knowledge, experience with water networks, and the ability to document test results and site records. UAE/GCC experience preferred; TAQA Water familiarity is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil Engineering.
• Min 7 years in infrastructure projects, with potable water distribution networks experience.
• Experience with potable water pipelines, valves, fittings, chambers, hydrants, service connections, thrust blocks and tie-ins.
• Experience coordinating with survey teams and verifying pipeline alignments, levels and utility interfaces.
• Strong knowledge of drawings, QA/QC procedures, ITPs and construction standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect potable water pipeline installations and associated structures.
• Monitor excavation, shoring, dewatering, bedding, pipe laying and backfilling.
• Verify compliance with approved IFC/shop drawings, specifications, method statements, material approvals, and ITPs.
• Coordinate with the Survey Team to check alignment, levels and clearances.
• Witness pressure testing, flushing, disinfection, water quality testing and commissioning activities.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and daily site records.
• Coordinate with ARE/RE, Contractor, QA/QC Team and other discipline inspectors.
• Monitor interfaces with sewerage, stormwater, irrigation, roads and dry utility networks.
• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements for excavations and confined-space activities.
• Support TAQA Water inspections and final handover.

Job description

AECOM in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Inspector for potable water infrastructure to support major water distribution projects. You will inspect installations, monitor earthworks, ensure drawings and specs are followed, and coordinate with the Survey Team to verify alignments and interfaces.

The role requires strong QA/QC knowledge, experience with water networks, and the ability to document test results and site records. UAE/GCC experience preferred; TAQA Water familiarity is advantageous.