Specialist Material Engineer - Infrastructure and Bridge Projects
AECOM Middle East Ltd
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Job summary
AECOM in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Specialist Material Engineer to evaluate construction materials for major infrastructure and bridge projects, review submittals, assess performance, and ensure compliance with project specifications. You will work with design teams, QA/QC, site supervision, and suppliers to resolve material issues, review testing results, and provide clear technical recommendations.
The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in Materials or Civil Engineering and has UAE project
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Experience in materials engineering for major infrastructure and bridge projects.
- Ability to review material submittals, laboratory results, and non-conformities.
Responsibilities
- Review material submittals against project requirements and traceability.
- Evaluate concrete, reinforcement steel, aggregates, asphalt, and precast materials.
- Assess lab results and technical data sheets for compliance.
- Provide technical recommendations on material acceptance and substitutions.
- Coordinate with design engineers, QA/QC, and suppliers.
Skills
Education
Job description
Specialist Material Engineer - Infrastructure and Bridge Projects Job Snapshot - Role: Specialist Material Engineer - Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Civil Engineering - Function: Civil & Structural Engineering - Experience: Relevant experience in materials engineering for major infrastructure and bridge projects; minimum years not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site
AECOM is seeking a Specialist Material Engineer to join its infrastructure project team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The position focuses on evaluating construction materials, reviewing technical submissions, assessing material performance, and ensuring compliance with project specifications, approved standards, contractual requirements, and construction quality procedures. The Specialist Material Engineer will review materials used in major infrastructure and bridge construction projects, including concrete, reinforcement steel, structural steel, aggregates, asphalt, road base, subbase, backfill, pipes, precast elements, geosynthetics, waterproofing systems, and construction joints. The role involves assessing material submittals, reviewing laboratory and field testing results, evaluating proposed material alternatives, and providing technical recommendations regarding material approvals, non-conformities, and corrective actions. Working closely with design engineers, quality assurance and quality control teams, site supervision personnel, contractors, suppliers, and testing laboratories, the successful candidate will support the resolution of complex material-related technical issues throughout construction and project closeout. Applicants must hold a bachelor 's degree in Materials Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline and have relevant experience in materials engineering for major infrastructure and bridge projects. Previous experience on major infrastructure projects in the United Arab Emirates is preferred.
- Review and evaluate construction material submittals against approved project requirements.
- Assess technical data sheets, manufacturer documentation, certificates, and supporting material information.
- Verify material compliance with approved drawings, project specifications, applicable standards, and contract requirements.
- Evaluate the technical suitability of proposed materials for infrastructure and bridge construction.
- Identify discrepancies between material submissions and specified engineering requirements.
- Prepare technical assessments and recommendations regarding material compliance.
- Support the project team in making informed decisions on material acceptance and approval.
- Review concrete materials, reinforcement steel, and structural steel proposed for construction works.
- Evaluate aggregates, asphalt, road base, subbase, and backfill materials.
- Assess pipes, precast elements, and associated infrastructure construction products.
- Review geosynthetics, waterproofing materials, and construction joint systems.
- Verify that proposed materials meet relevant project specifications and performance requirements.
- Assess material suitability for intended construction applications.
- Identify material-related technical concerns that could affect construction quality or performance.
- Review concrete mix designs and supporting technical submissions.
- Assess reinforcement specifications and relevant material documentation.
- Evaluate asphalt mix designs against specified project requirements.
- Review supporting laboratory results and technical information.Verify compliance with applicable material acceptance criteria.
- Identify deficiencies or inconsistencies in proposed material compositions.
- Provide technical recommendations regarding mix design suitability and compliance.
- Review laboratory and field test results for construction materials.
- Verify that testing outcomes comply with specified acceptance criteria.
- Assess material testing methods and applicable technical standards.
- Review material durability, performance, and relevant quality characteristics.
- Coordinate with testing laboratories regarding material-related technical matters.
- Participate in material inspections and testing-related activities when required.
- Support compliance with approved project quality procedures and material testing requirements.
- Evaluate proposed alternative construction materials and material substitutions.
- Assess technical suitability against approved specifications and performance requirements.
- Review supporting manufacturer information and material test documentation.
- Identify potential compliance issues associated with proposed substitutions.
- Prepare technical recommendations regarding alternative material acceptance.
- Coordinate with relevant engineering and quality teams to resolve material substitution concerns.
- Review proposed material sources, manufacturers, and suppliers.
- Evaluate relevant technical documentation associated with production facilities.
- Assess material source information against applicable project requirements.
- Participate in factory inspections when required.
- Coordinate with contractors and suppliers regarding material compliance issues.
- Support verification that proposed materials satisfy relevant quality and technical standards.
- Identify material-related non-conformities and technical deficiencies.
- Assess material test failures, performance concerns, and deviations from approved specifications.
- Provide technical recommendations regarding proposed corrective actions.
- Coordinate with quality assurance and site supervision teams to address identified material issues.
- Monitor material performance and investigate defects or failures.
- Support resolution of material-related quality concerns throughout construction.
- Assist the project team in addressing complex material compliance issues.
- Coordinate with design engineers regarding material specifications and technical requirements.
- Work closely with QA/QC personnel and construction supervision teams.
- Liaise with contractors, manufacturers, suppliers, and testing laboratories.
- Participate in technical meetings and material inspections when required.
- Provide specialist engineering advice regarding material selection, compliance, and performance.
- Support resolution of material-related technical issues affecting construction activities.
- Maintain effective communication with relevant project stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate records of material reviews and technical assessments.
- Document material approvals, testing results, and relevant compliance findings.
- Prepare clear technical recommendations regarding material acceptance and non-conformities.
- Organize supporting manufacturer documentation and laboratory reports.
- Maintain records of material-related technical decisions.
- Support construction quality documentation and project closeout requirements.
- Ensure material assessment records remain available for project reference.
- Bachelor 's degree in Materials Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Relevant professional experience in materials engineering for major infrastructure and bridge construction projects.
- Experience reviewing construction materials, technical specifications, and material compliance requirements.
- Practical experience assessing concrete, reinforcement steel, structural steel, asphalt, aggregates, and precast materials.
- Experience evaluating geosynthetics, waterproofing systems, pipes, and associated infrastructure materials.
- Experience reviewing alternative materials, technical submissions, and laboratory testing results.
- Experience assessing material-related non-conformities and recommending corrective actions.
- Previous experience on major infrastructure projects in the United Arab Emirates is preferred.
- Minimum number of years of experience is not specified.
- Strong knowledge of construction materials, material specifications, and applicable engineering standards.
- Understanding of material testing methods, durability, performance, and acceptance criteria.
- Ability to evaluate concrete and asphalt mix designs.
- Knowledge of reinforcement steel, structural steel, aggregates, and associated infrastructure materials.
- Ability to assess technical data sheets, manufacturer certificates, and laboratory reports.
- Understanding of material quality control procedures and construction compliance requirements.
- Ability to prepare detailed technical assessments and clear material approval recommendations.
- Familiarity with material performance investigations and non-conformance resolution.
- Infrastructure and bridge materials engineering.
- Construction material evaluation and technical compliance.
- Concrete materials and mix design assessment.
- Reinforcement and structural steel specifications.
- Asphalt mix design and pavement materials.
- Aggregates, road base, subbase, and backfill materials.
- Precast concrete and construction joint systems.
- Geosynthetics and waterproofing materials.
- Pipes and infrastructure utility components.
- Material durability and performance evaluation.
- Laboratory and field material testing assessment.
- Material acceptance criteria and quality standards.
- Manufacturer and supplier technical evaluation.
- Material substitution and alternative product assessment.
- Construction quality assurance and quality control.
- Material non-conformance assessment and corrective action review.
- Material defect and failure investigation.
- Factory inspection and material verification support.
- Technical assessment preparation and reporting.
- Coordination with design engineers, contractors, and testing laboratories.
- Strong analytical and technical problem-solving abilities.
- Effective professional communication and multidisciplinary collaboration.
- Accurate documentation and attention to detail.
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.
AECOM offers 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, well-being resources, employee assistance programmes, business travel insurance, retirement savings arrangements, and other available employee programmes. The company supports professional development through technical training, leadership development programmes, knowledge sharing, and collaboration with experienced materials engineering, infrastructure design, and construction management professionals. Employees have opportunities to contribute to major transportation and infrastructure projects while developing their expertise in construction materials, engineering compliance, material testing, quality assurance, and specialist technical assessment.
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting and professional services firm committed to delivering a better world. The company works with public- and private-sector clients to address complex challenges across transportation, water, environment, energy, and buildings. Its services include advisory, planning, design, engineering, programme management, and construction management, supporting the delivery of innovative, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure solutions. 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, respect, and equal employment opportunities.
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