Structural Inspector

Egis Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a competent Structural Inspector to ensure all structural works in Abu Dhabi are executed according to approved standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering and at least 8 years of structural site inspection experience, preferably in the UAE. Key responsibilities include daily site inspections, monitoring compliance, and reporting deviations. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in inspection tools are essential. The role is full-time with no remote work option.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of structural site inspection experience within the UAE construction industry.
• Strong understanding of structural materials and workmanship defects.
• Proficiency in interpreting IFC drawings, specifications, and method statements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily site inspections for all structural works.
• Monitor contractor activities for compliance with authority requirements.
• Identify deviations and issue Site Observation Reports when necessary.

Skills

Site inspection

Analytical skills

Technical report writing

Proficiency in inspection tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Job description

We are seeking a competent and detail-oriented Structural Inspector to join our supervision team in Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates. The role involves ensuring that all structural works on site are executed strictly in accordance with approved IFC drawings shop drawings method statements and relevant authority regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out daily site inspections for all structural works ensuring full compliance with approved IFC drawings, shop drawings, specifications and method statements.
• Monitor contractor activities and verify that construction practices meet UAE authority requirements and international standards.
• Identify deviations or non-conformities and issue Site Observation Reports and Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) as required.
• Review and validate inspections related to concrete works, reinforcement, formwork, structural steel foundations, waterproofing interfaces and other structural elements.
• Coordinate closely with the project team including engineers, architects and specialists to resolve structural issues and confirm that corrective actions meet project requirements.
• Verify that the contractor maintains proper documentation, testing and quality records (e.g. cube tests, FDT plate load test, calibration certificates).
• Ensure all works follow approved method statements, ITPs and QA/QC procedures.
• Provide clear guidance to contractors to resolve site-related structural issues in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized and accurate inspection records with photographs, comments and compliance notes.
• Ensure strict compliance with health and safety protocols during all inspection activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is must.
• Minimum 8 years of structural site inspection experience within the UAE construction industry (consultant experience preferred).
• Immediately available preferred.
• Strong understanding of structural materials, workmanship defects and typical deterioration mechanisms.
• Solid knowledge of UAE building codes, authority requirements and relevant international standards.
• Ability to interpret IFC drawings, shop drawings, specifications, ITPs and method statements with high accuracy.
• Proficiency in standard inspection tools, site testing, coordination and documentation procedures.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail especially in identifying non-conformities and reporting deviations.
• Excellent technical report writing skills and familiarity with digital inspection platforms or QA/QC systems.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English; Arabic knowledge is an advantage.
• Valid UAE drivers license and ability to travel between project sites as required.
• Physically capable of accessing structural elements in constrained or elevated locations when needed.
• Demonstrated commitment to health & safety, professional ethics and maintaining quality standards.
• Ability to work in a multicultural team environment and adapt to varying site conditions and weather.

Additional Information

Immediately available preferred

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full-time