Structural Inspector - Infrastructure and Building Projects

AECOM Corporation; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced Structural Inspector to supervise structural construction works in Dubai, UAE. The role focuses on reinforced concrete, structural steel, foundations, and related elements to ensure compliance with drawings, specs, codes, and safety standards.

Ideal candidate has 7+ years in construction supervision and 5+ years in structural works, with a Diploma/Bachelor in Civil Engineering. On-site work is required with collaboration across project teams.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction supervision and inspection experience.
• At least 5 years dedicated to structural works on infra and building projects.
• Diploma or Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Valid UAE driving license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and supervise structural construction activities per drawings, specs and codes.
• Verify reinforcement, formwork, concrete placement, and structural steel installation.
• Witness concrete testing and placement; monitor curing and concrete quality.
• Prepare inspection reports and maintain quality documentation.
• Coordinate with Resident Engineers, contractors and inspectors to address non‑conformances.

Skills

Structural inspection

Concrete testing

Quality assurance

Inspection reporting

Coordination

Education

Civil Engineering degree or diploma

Tools

Inspection management systems

Shop drawings review

MS Office

Job description

Job Snapshot

Role: Structural Inspector - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Civil Engineering - Function: Building-Construction Inspection - Experience: Minimum 7 years in construction supervision and inspection, including at least 5 years dedicated to structural works on infrastructure and building projects - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview

AECOM is seeking an experienced Structural Inspector to supervise and inspect structural construction works on infrastructure, building, utility, and civil engineering projects in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The successful candidate will monitor reinforced concrete construction, structural steel installation, foundations, retaining structures, and associated structural elements to ensure compliance with approved drawings, technical specifications, applicable construction codes, quality standards, and health and safety requirements.

The position involves inspecting reinforcement and formwork, witnessing concrete testing and placement, verifying structural dimensions, reviewing construction inspection requests, and identifying defective or non-compliant workmanship. Working closely with Resident Engineers, contractors, surveyors, material inspectors, and other project stakeholders, the Structural Inspector will support construction quality assurance, monitor corrective actions, and maintain accurate inspection documentation throughout project execution.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Building-Construction Inspection
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect and supervise structural construction activities to verify compliance with approved drawings, project specifications, and applicable codes and standards.
• Monitor structural works involving foundations, pile caps, rafts, columns, beams, slabs, walls, and associated structural elements.
• Verify structural dimensions, alignments, levels, and elevations against approved construction drawings.
• Inspect structural works associated with infrastructure, buildings, and utility installations.
• Check completed structural elements for conformity with approved shop drawings and construction requirements.
• Identify construction discrepancies and report technical concerns to the responsible Engineer.
• Ensure required inspections are completed before subsequent construction activities proceed.
• Inspect reinforcement steel installation before concrete placement.
• Verify reinforcement bar diameters, spacing, lap lengths, anchorage, concrete cover, and detailing against approved structural drawings.
• Review reinforcement arrangements for foundations, columns, beams, slabs, walls, and other structural components.
• Check reinforcement installation against relevant bar bending schedules and approved construction documentation.
• Inspect formwork, shuttering, scaffolding, and falsework before concrete pouring.
• Verify formwork dimensions, positioning, alignment, and construction arrangements against approved requirements.
• Identify reinforcement or formwork deficiencies and coordinate their correction before proceeding with concrete works.
• Inspect concrete construction activities involving foundations, pile caps, rafts, columns, beams, slabs, walls, and other structural elements.
• Verify that concrete grades, approved mix designs, and material sources comply with project requirements.
• Witness concrete sampling, slump testing, temperature checks, and cube or cylinder sampling.
• Monitor concrete placement, vibration, compaction, finishing, and curing procedures.
• Review relevant concrete test reports and supporting quality documentation.
• Witness or verify compressive strength testing activities in accordance with project requirements.
• Identify deficiencies in concrete placement or workmanship and report them to the responsible engineering personnel.
• Ensure concrete construction activities follow approved method statements and Inspection and Test Plans.
• Inspect structural steel fabrication and erection activities.
• Verify structural steel installation against approved shop drawings and technical specifications.
• Inspect welding, bolting, structural connections, and associated erection procedures.
• Check the positioning and installation of structural steel members and connection components.
• Monitor compliance with applicable structural steel construction standards.
• Identify defective workmanship or deviations from approved construction requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors and relevant engineers to address structural steel inspection findings.
• Inspect foundations, retaining walls, chambers, manholes, and associated civil engineering structures.
• Verify structural construction activities involving utility structures, pumping stations, culverts, and other relevant infrastructure elements.
• Check installation of embedded items, anchor bolts, sleeves, inserts, and related structural components.
• Inspect waterproofing and protective coating systems for below-ground structural elements where applicable.
• Verify that structural works follow approved construction drawings and material requirements.
• Coordinate with surveyors and site engineers to confirm relevant structural dimensions, levels, and positioning.
• Report construction discrepancies and support the resolution of structural interface issues.
• Monitor structural construction activities for compliance with approved method statements, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and quality procedures.
• Review and verify Work Inspection Requests (WIRs) before recommending approval.
• Check structural works against approved shop drawings and project specifications.
• Identify defective workmanship, non-conforming materials, and deviations from approved construction requirements.
• Raise and follow up on Site Observation Reports (SORs) and Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), as required.
• Monitor contractor corrective actions relating to structural quality deficiencies.
• Coordinate with material inspectors regarding approved materials and relevant testing documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of completed inspections and outstanding quality concerns.
• Monitor contractor construction activities, daily progress, manpower, and equipment.
• Coordinate with site engineers, surveyors, contractors, and other discipline inspectors.
• Identify construction interface issues affecting structural works.
• Communicate inspection findings and technical concerns to the appropriate engineering personnel.
• Support the resolution of construction discrepancies and quality‑related issues.
• Coordinate inspection activities with relevant contractors and project supervision teams.
• Maintain effective communication with Resident Engineers, material inspectors, and clients.
• Prepare structural inspection reports, quality records, and daily progress documentation.
• Maintain concrete test reports, material approval records, inspection checklists, and relevant quality documentation.
• Record observations relating to reinforcement, formwork, concrete placement, and structural steel installation.
• Document non‑conforming works and corrective action follow‑up.
• Review inspection requests and maintain records of completed structural inspections.
• Inspect completed structural works and verify as‑built conditions before final acceptance.
• Support the preparation and review of construction quality documentation required for project completion.

Qualifications and Education

• Diploma or Bachelor 's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Valid UAE driving license is preferred.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 7 years of construction supervision and inspection experience.
• At least 5 years of experience dedicated to structural works on infrastructure and building projects.
• Proven experience inspecting reinforced concrete, structural steel, foundations, retaining structures, utility structures, pumping stations, culverts, bridges, and associated civil engineering structures.
• Experience inspecting foundations, pile caps, rafts, columns, beams, slabs, retaining walls, chambers, manholes, and related structural elements.
• Practical experience with reinforced concrete construction, structural steel erection, formwork systems, and construction methodologies.
• Experience witnessing concrete slump tests, temperature monitoring, cube or cylinder sampling, compressive strength testing, and concrete placement activities.
• Experience reviewing structural drawings, shop drawings, bar bending schedules, method statements, Inspection and Test Plans, and material submittals.
• Experience inspecting reinforcement detailing, structural steel fabrication, welding, bolting, and erection procedures.
• Proven ability to monitor construction quality control processes and verify compliance with project specifications.
• Experience identifying non‑compliant works, preparing NCRs and SORs, and monitoring corrective actions.
• Experience preparing inspection reports, quality records, testing documentation, and construction progress reports.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Strong understanding of reinforced concrete construction and structural inspection procedures.
• Knowledge of structural steel fabrication, erection, welding, bolting, and connection requirements.
• Familiarity with formwork, shuttering, scaffolding, and falsework systems.
• Ability to verify reinforcement bar diameters, spacing, lap lengths, anchorage, concrete cover, and detailing.
• Knowledge of concrete mix designs, placement procedures, vibration, compaction, finishing, and curing.
• Understanding of concrete sampling, slump testing, temperature monitoring, and compressive strength testing.
• Familiarity with foundation construction, retaining structures, utility structures, and associated civil engineering works.
• Knowledge of waterproofing and protective coating systems for below‑ground structural elements.
• Thorough understanding of applicable ACI, ASTM, AISC, BS, Eurocodes, and local authority requirements.
• Ability to interpret structural drawings, shop drawings, bar bending schedules, and technical specifications.
• Experience reviewing method statements, Inspection and Test Plans, material submittals, and Work Inspection Requests.
• Strong understanding of construction quality assurance and quality control procedures.
• Ability to identify structural construction deficiencies and monitor corrective actions.
• Knowledge of construction health and safety requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and electronic inspection management systems.

Professional Competencies

• Strong attention to detail when inspecting structural elements and construction workmanship.
• Ability to identify technical discrepancies and non‑compliant construction activities.
• Sound technical judgment when reviewing structural works and recommending inspection approvals.
• Effective communication and coordination skills with Resident Engineers, contractors, surveyors, material inspectors, and clients.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities when addressing structural construction issues.
• Ability to maintain accurate inspection records, testing documentation, and progress reports.
• Effective organizational skills for coordinating inspections across multiple structural activities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering and construction supervision teams.
• Commitment to construction quality, safety, and compliance with approved project requirements.

Preferred Project Experience

• Roads and highway infrastructure projects.
• Bridges and underpasses.
• Retaining walls and structural earth retention systems.
• Pumping stations and utility structures.
• Stormwater, sewerage, and water infrastructure projects.
• Industrial and commercial developments.
• Municipal infrastructure projects.
• Construction supervision consultancy projects.

Recruitment and Onboarding

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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment, and disability coverage.
• Paid time off, leaves of absence.
• Voluntary benefits.
• Flexible work options.
• Well‑being resources.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Business travel insurance.
• Service recognition awards.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Employee stock purchase opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the company supports fair employment practices and handles candidate information confidentially in accordance with applicable equal employment opportunity guidelines.

Working at AECOM

AECOM offers professionals opportunities to contribute to infrastructure, transportation, and building developments while working alongside multidisciplinary engineering, construction supervision, and quality management teams. Employees have access to technical expertise, professional development resources, and training programs designed to strengthen specialist capabilities and support career progression.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm providing professional services across transportation, water, environment, energy, and buildings. The company partners with public‑and‑private‑sector clients to address complex infrastructure challenges and deliver innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions. Its multidisciplinary teams provide services throughout the project lifecycle, including advisory, planning, design, engineering, program management, and construction management. AECOM brings together more than 50,000 professionals worldwide, including planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital specialists, and construction management professionals. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM reported revenue of $16.1billion in fiscal year 2025.

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