Structural Inspector - Public Works Structures

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

Job summary

Parsons in Dubai, UAE, seeks an experienced Structural Inspector for public works structures. The role covers inspection, quantity verification, materials compliance, and construction supervision across major civil assets.

The ideal candidate has a Civil Engineering degree and at least five years of field experience, with strong English communication and familiarity with contract requirements and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience working as a Structural Inspector in the region.
• Experience in public works, civil infrastructure, or structural construction inspection.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and approved construction details.
• Familiar with construction scheduling and progress monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Inspect structural works to ensure compliance with contract specifications and approved drawings.
• Monitor demolition and preparation work for structural elements.
• Inspect reservoirs, lifting stations, substations, retaining walls, bridges, tunnels, and similar assets.
• Verify workmanship, dimensions, and completed elements against technical docs.
• Maintain daily inspection diaries and project files.
• Prepare daily reports and contract documentation.
• Review certificates, SDS, inspection tags, and material records.
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and testing teams.

Skills

Structural inspection

Public works inspection

Civil infrastructure

Construction supervision

Reading plans/specifications

Quality control

Documentation

Analysis & measurement

Contract compliance

MS Office

Project management software

Education

Diploma or Bachelor in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Structural Inspector - Public Works Structures Job Snapshot

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Civil Engineering Function: Building-Construction Inspection Experience: Minimum 5 years

Job Type: Full-time

Structural Inspector - Public Works Structures in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a Civil Engineering opportunity with Parsons Corporation focused on inspection, quality verification, quantity checking, materials compliance, and construction supervision across structural infrastructure works. Parsons is hiring an experienced inspector to monitor reservoirs, lifting stations, substations, retaining walls, bridges, tunnels, landscape structures, and related civil assets while maintaining accurate records and supporting safe, compliant project delivery.

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 acts as a field quality control point for a broad range of public works structures. The position requires close attention to drawings, specifications, approved materials, quantities, safety conditions, and construction records so that completed works can be accepted with confidence. The inspector also supports commercial verification by confirming installed quantities and helps resolve site issues before they develop into larger technical or schedule problems.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect structural works to confirm compliance with contract specifications, approved drawings, and project requirements.
• Monitor demolition of structural elements and associated preparation works.
• Inspect construction activities involving reservoirs, lifting stations, landscape structures, lagoons, swimming pools, substations, retaining walls, tunnels, bridges, and similar assets.
• Verify workmanship, dimensions, and completed structural elements against approved technical documentation.
• Confirm that only approved materials are used in permanent works.
• Review Certificates of Compliance, Safety Data Sheets, inspection tags, and other material-related records.
• Maintain accurate daily inspection diaries and project files.
• Prepare daily reports and other contract-required documentation.
• Keep quantity calculations and supporting measurement records up to date.
• Maintain as-built information based on verified site conditions.
• Carry out labor compliance interviews where required by project procedures.
• Identify conflicts, technical concerns, construction issues, and potential nonconformances.
• Advise supervisors on practical options for resolving site problems.
• Document nonconforming work and support evaluation of corrective measures.
• Follow up corrective actions until affected works are brought into compliance.
• Verify installed quantities supporting contractor payment applications.
• Assist in checking quantities associated with variations, change orders, and extra work.
• Review progress payment estimates and extra work bills where assigned.
• Coordinate surveying activities undertaken by specialist subconsultants.
• Liaise with material testing teams and verify required testing is completed.
• Support preparation and implementation of quality control procedures.
• Contribute inspection findings to project quality reports.
• Assist in developing safe working practices and related site reports.
• Identify hazardous work conditions and take appropriate action in accordance with project procedures.
• Maintain awareness of public safety around active construction areas.
• Respond to project site call-backs when emergency inspection support is required.
• Provide technical guidance to junior inspectors where appropriate.
• Plan daily inspection priorities in line with construction schedules and upcoming work fronts.
• Coordinate effectively with engineers, contractors, surveyors, testing personnel, and supervision staff.
• Maintain clear written records that support project acceptance, commercial review, and final handover.

Ideal Profile

• Diploma or bachelor 's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience working as a Structural Inspector within the region.
• Practical background in public works, civil infrastructure, or structural construction inspection.
• Good understanding of construction contracts and related site processes.
• Able to read and interpret plans, specifications, and approved construction details.
• Comfortable working with engineering calculations, measurements, graphs, and charts.
• Able to review quantities linked to progress payments and extra work.
• Familiar with construction scheduling and progress monitoring.
• Experienced in maintaining daily diaries and structured inspection reports.
• Knowledge of basic quality control and nonconformance processes.
• Able to recognize unsafe working conditions and elevate concerns promptly.
• Competent with Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Comfortable using internet-based technical research tools where required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Able to follow technical instructions while applying practical site judgement.
• Organized and capable of preparing proactively for daily inspection assignments.
• Able to work effectively within a changing multidisciplinary construction environment.
• Authority certification or approval in a related discipline is advantageous.
• Relevant HSE training is preferred.
• OSHA 10-hour construction safety training is desirable.

Skills Set

• Structural inspection
• Public works inspection
• Civil infrastructure
• Construction supervision
• Contract specifications
• Engineering drawings
• Material verification
• Certificate of Compliance review
• Safety Data Sheets
• Inspection tags
• Quantity calculations
• Progress payment verification
• Change order quantities
• Extra work assessment
• Daily site diaries
• Inspection reporting
• As-built records
• Nonconformance reporting
• Corrective action follow-up
• Material testing coordination
• Survey coordination
• Quality control procedures
• Reservoir structures
• Lifting stations
• Substations
• Retaining walls
• Bridge structures
• Tunnel structures
• Demolition inspection
• Construction scheduling
• Microsoft Office
• Project management software
• HSE compliance
• Hazard recognition
• OSHA awareness
• Public safety
• Technical documentation

Why Join Us

The role offers varied exposure across multiple types of structural infrastructure rather than a narrowly defined construction scope. Experience in inspection, quantity verification, quality control, safety, reporting, and coordination strengthens both technical and commercial understanding of project delivery and can support progression toward Senior Structural Inspector, Civil Inspector, Assistant Resident Engineer, or broader construction supervision roles.

About the Company

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