Structural Inspector - Public Infrastructure

Parsons; Dubai; On-site; AED 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons Corporation seeks an experienced Structural Inspector for public infrastructure projects in Dubai. The role focuses on site inspection, quality assurance, material verification, and contract compliance across multifaceted civil works.

You will maintain records, identify nonconforming work, and support safe delivery of complex projects. Ideal candidates hold a Civil Engineering degree, 5+ years of regional experience, and strong reading of drawings, specs, and QA processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Structural Inspector in the region.
• Experience inspecting structural elements on public works or major projects.
• Strong ability to read and interpret drawings, plans, specs.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Inspect structural works and verify compliance with contract specs and drawings.
• Review activities before acceptance and identify deviations requiring action.
• Monitor demolition and ensure procedures are followed.
• Inspect reservoirs, lifting stations, substations, tunnels, bridges, and related works.
• Verify workmanship, dimensions, methods, and finished conditions.
• Maintain certificates, SDS, inspection tags, and related docs.
• Prepare daily diaries, reports, and project correspondence.
• Maintain as-built plans based on field conditions.
• Coordinate survey verification with subconsultants.
• Support development of quality control procedures and safety practices.

Skills

Structural inspection

Public infrastructure inspection

Contract compliance

Structural drawings

Construction specifications

Material approval verification

Inspection documentation

Daily site diaries

Quantity calculations

Progress payment review

Change-order assessment

As-built documentation

Nonconformance reporting

Quality control procedures

Construction safety

OSHA awareness

Technical reporting

Microsoft Office

Project Management Software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project Management Software

Job description

Structural Inspector - Public Infrastructure Job Snapshot Role: Structural Inspector - Public Infrastructure Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Civil Engineering Function: Building-Construction Inspection Experience: Minimum 5 years Job Type: Full-time

Overview

Structural Inspector - Public Infrastructure in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a Civil Engineering opportunity with Parsons Corporation centered on site inspection, structural quality assurance, material verification, quantity review, and contract compliance across public infrastructure works. Parsons is hiring an experienced inspector to assess structural activities against approved drawings and specifications, maintain accurate construction records, identify nonconforming work, and support safe delivery of complex civil projects.

Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Civil Engineering Function: Building-Construction Inspection Salary: 10000-16000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Structural Inspector serves as a key field-level quality checkpoint between design requirements and actual construction. The position involves continuous verification of structural works associated with reservoirs, lifting stations, substations, retaining walls, tunnels, bridges, swimming pools, lagoons, landscape structures, and demolition activities. By maintaining reliable inspection records, checking installed quantities, monitoring approved materials, and identifying defects early, the inspector helps protect project quality, commercial accuracy, schedule performance, and public safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect structural works and verify compliance with contract specifications, approved drawings, and project requirements.
• Review construction activities before acceptance and identify deviations requiring corrective action.
• Monitor demolition of structural elements and confirm execution follows approved procedures.
• Inspect structures including reservoirs, lifting stations, retaining walls, substations, tunnels, bridges, lagoons, swimming pools, and landscape-related works.
• Verify workmanship, dimensions, construction methods, and finished conditions during site inspections.
• Confirm that only approved materials are incorporated into permanent works.
• Review and maintain Certificates of Compliance, Safety Data Sheets, inspection tags, and other material-related documentation.
• Keep organized site files covering inspection records, calculations, reports, and project correspondence.
• Prepare clear daily diaries describing activities inspected, observations, progress, and outstanding concerns.
• Produce daily reports and additional documentation required under the project contract.
• Maintain and review as-built plans based on verified field conditions.
• Carry out labor compliance interviews where required by project procedures.
• Identify potential design, construction, sequencing, or site coordination conflicts.
• Communicate emerging issues to supervisors and provide practical input on possible resolutions.
• Record nonconforming work and assist with evaluation of corrective measures.
• Follow up on outstanding defects to verify that agreed remedial work has been completed satisfactorily.
• Measure or verify installed quantities used to support contractor payment applications.
• Review quantities relating to variations, change orders, and extra work.
• Assist in checking progress pay estimates against completed site activities.
• Coordinate survey verification undertaken by specialist subconsultants.
• Liaise with material-testing personnel to ensure required testing is performed and documented.
• Support preparation and implementation of quality control procedures.
• Contribute inspection findings to project quality reports and compliance records.
• Assist with development and implementation of safe job practices.
• Identify hazardous work conditions and take appropriate action in accordance with project procedures.
• Maintain continuous awareness of public safety while working around active construction areas.
• Respond to emergency site call-backs when project conditions require attendance.
• Provide technical guidance to junior inspectors where assigned.
• Plan inspection priorities around the construction schedule and upcoming work fronts.
• Maintain effective communication with engineers, contractors, testing teams, surveyors, and other project stakeholders.
• Carry out additional structural inspection duties consistent with the needs of the project.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor 's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience working as a Structural Inspector within the region.
• Practical experience inspecting structural elements on public works, infrastructure, or major construction projects.
• Good knowledge of public works contracts and construction processes.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, plans, specifications, and approved details.
• Comfortable working with engineering calculations, charts, quantities, and measurements.
• Understanding of construction sequencing and basic scheduling principles.
• Experienced in preparing inspection diaries, daily reports, and structured project records.
• Able to review installed quantities and support progress payment verification.
• Familiar with change-order and extra-work quantity checks.
• Capable of recognizing hazardous site conditions and escalating concerns appropriately.
• Sound knowledge of quality control and nonconformance procedures.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Able to organize daily inspection activities and prepare for scheduled work in advance.
• Capable of following technical instructions while applying independent site judgement.
• Comfortable working within multidisciplinary and changing project environments.
• Authority certification or approval in a relevant inspection discipline is advantageous.
• Relevant HSE training is preferred.
• OSHA 10-hour construction safety training is desirable.

Skills Set

• Structural inspection
• Public infrastructure inspection
• Civil construction supervision
• Contract compliance
• Structural drawings
• Construction specifications
• Material approval verification
• Certificates of Compliance
• Safety Data Sheets
• Inspection documentation
• Daily site diaries
• Quantity calculations
• Installed quantity verification
• Progress payment review
• Change-order assessment
• As-built documentation
• Nonconformance reporting
• Corrective action follow-up
• Quality control procedures
• Structural demolition
• Reservoir construction
• Lifting station structures
• Substations
• Retaining walls
• Tunnel works
• Bridge structures
• Survey coordination
• Material testing coordination
• Construction scheduling
• Engineering calculations
• Microsoft Office
• Project Management Software
• HSE compliance
• Construction safety
• OSHA awareness
• Technical reporting

Why Join Us

This position offers broad exposure to structural inspection across varied infrastructure assets rather than a single repetitive construction type. The combination of field quality control, contract administration support, quantity verification, testing coordination, safety awareness, and technical reporting creates a strong platform for career development in construction supervision. Experience gained in the role can support progression toward Senior Structural Inspector, Civil Inspector, Assistant Resident Engineer, or wider infrastructure delivery responsibilities.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation is a global engineering, technology, and infrastructure organization delivering major transportation, civil, urban development, and security programs. In the Middle East, Parsons supports complex projects through engineering design, construction supervision, program management, and multidisciplinary technical services.