Structural Inspector Building

Mace Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A global construction consultancy is seeking a qualified civil/structural engineer for a project management role in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in mixed-use development and a minimum of five years in UAE project management consultancy. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, managing project quality standards, and ensuring compliance with structural codes. A collaborative working environment is promoted, welcoming diverse candidates and flexibility in work arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Employee Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Strong mixed use development experience.
• Minimum five years’ UAE PMC or supervision consultancy experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UAE structural codes and authority requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of structural works to ensure compliance.
• Manage snagging and de-snagging activities to ensure project quality standards.
• Identify and report deviations from approved drawings.

Skills

Knowledge of construction methods

Proficient in MS Office

Familiarity with structural integrity checks

Fluency in Arabic

Education

Diploma or degree in civil/structural engineering

Tools

QA/QC tools

Job description

Overview

Position status: This opportunity is for a secured role that is due to commence in May, subject to approval. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

The project

The project:

Mace is providing project management services on a large mixed-use regeneration development in Abu Dhabi. The site will have commercial workplaces and retail units along with a public realm.

Provides support to project and assistant engineers, ensuring works meet scope, quality, and compliance requirements. Carries out Mace validation checks alongside trade contractor inspections and supports the implementation of temporary works and safety procedures to maintain safe, consistent, and high‑quality site delivery.

You’ll be responsible for

• Conduct inspections of structural works to ensure compliance with approved shop drawings, specifications, and standards.
• Verify materials against approved Material Inspection Requests (MIRs).
• Process Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and Site Observation Reports (SORs).
• Manage snagging and de-snagging activities to ensure project quality standards.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UAE structural codes, regulations, and authority requirements (ADM, DMT, ADCD, etc.).
• Familiarity with structural integrity checks and coordination with other disciplines during commissioning phases.
• Understanding of Abu Dhabi authority pre-requisites and approval processes for structural works.
• Identify and report deviations from approved drawings and specifications.
• Manage inspection schedules and maintain accurate QA/QC documentation.

You’ll need to have

• Diploma or degree in civil/structural engineering with strong mixed use development experience.
• Minimum five years’ UAE PMC or supervision consultancy experience.
• Knowledge of construction methods, FIDIC Yellow Book and practical engineering application.
• Proficient in MS Office and QA/QC tools; Arabic is an advantage.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse, and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of well-being in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables and strategic outcomes and build long-term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfill all the criteria, please apply, as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.

Please remember the Employee Referral Scheme and if there are any talented people you can recommend, just click the button and use the ‘Refer a friend’ feature found within the relevant job.