Structural Inspector - Roads and Bridges

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM Middle East Ltd is seeking a Structural Inspector for roads and bridges in Dubai. This role requires an experienced individual with a strong background in civil engineering to oversee inspection activities and ensure that project specifications and quality standards are met.

The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of inspection experience, including significant time spent on UAE projects. The position allows for hands-on involvement in major infrastructure projects aimed at enhancing the safety and reliability of Dubai's road networks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in structural inspection or comparable infrastructure projects.
• Minimum 3 years of UAE project experience.
• Strong reporting skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Inspect road and bridge construction works for compliance with specifications.
• Maintain accurate daily records of site activities and inspections.
• Prepare daily inspection reports covering quality concerns and progress status.

Skills

Structural inspection

Roads inspection

Bridge construction

Civil engineering

Construction supervision

QA/QC monitoring

Daily inspection reports

Surveying checks

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

Structural Inspector – Roads and Bridges in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a Civil Engineering opportunity for an experienced inspection professional with strong knowledge of road structures, bridge works, site supervision, QA/QC procedures, contractor monitoring, material testing records, and RTA project requirements. The role focuses on verifying structural and road construction activities against approved drawings, contract specifications, safety requirements, quality procedures, and project milestones on major transportation infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and understand contract documents, approved drawings, structural details, specifications, method statements, and health and safety requirements.
• Inspect road and bridge construction works to ensure activities are executed according to project specifications, approved drawings, authority standards, and quality procedures.
• Verify contractor compliance with contract requirements, site instructions, construction standards, and approved work methods.
• Maintain accurate daily records of contractor manpower, equipment, materials, site activities, work locations, inspections, and progress status.
• Carry out site supervision and inspections as instructed by the Resident Engineer or Structural Engineer.
• Follow up with contractors on daily work planning, resource deployment, safety controls, equipment readiness, and construction quality.
• Prepare daily inspection reports covering work orders, material deliveries, inspection programs, site progress, quality concerns, and pending actions.
• Implement site instructions issued by the Resident Engineer or Structural Engineer and confirm that required corrective actions are completed.
• Apply project quality controls and site quality procedures during inspections, observations, measurements, and documentation.
• Prepare site measurements and surveying checks required for bridge works, road structures, and related civil elements.
• Coordinate with the client project manager during site inspections in the presence of the Resident Engineer or Structural Engineer.
• Monitor contractor QA/QC activities and maintain supporting records for inspections, material testing, approvals, and executed works.
• Assist the Structural Engineer and Resident Engineer in preparing correspondence related to site issues, contract compliance, quality concerns, and contractor performance.
• Work with the supervision team to resolve site problems quickly and reduce delays, rework, or construction conflicts.
• Monitor start‑up, commissioning, handover activities, and project milestone records for structural and associated site works.
• Maintain complete records of material tests, inspection results, executed works, site observations, and quality documentation.
• Conduct audit inspections to verify conformity with contract documents, approved contractor plans, specifications, and project quality requirements.
• Report non‑compliant works, poor workmanship, unsafe practices, and construction deviations for timely review and corrective action.
• Support close coordination between roads, bridge structures, utilities, drainage, traffic staging, materials teams, and other project disciplines.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in structural inspection, roadworks inspection, bridge construction supervision, or comparable infrastructure projects.
• Minimum 3 years of UAE project experience.
• Relevant experience in roads, bridges, structural works, and major civil infrastructure projects.
• RTA approval is preferred.
• Good understanding of contract documents, technical drawings, specifications, QA/QC procedures, and site inspection requirements.
• Practical experience monitoring contractor activities, construction resources, quality records, safety controls, and daily progress.
• Ability to perform site measurements, surveying checks, inspection verification, and construction documentation for bridge and structural works.
• Familiarity with UAE construction practices, Dubai infrastructure standards, and transportation project requirements.
• Strong reporting skills with the ability to prepare daily reports, inspection notes, material test records, and quality documentation.
• Ability to coordinate professionally with contractors, engineers, client representatives, supervision teams, and site personnel.
• Strong attention to detail, practical problem‑solving ability, and commitment to safe, compliant, and high‑quality construction delivery.

Skills Set

• Structural inspection
• Roads inspection
• Bridge construction
• Civil engineering
• Building construction inspection
• Construction supervision
• Site inspection
• QA/QC monitoring
• Contract document review
• Drawing review
• Specification compliance
• Method statement compliance
• Contractor supervision
• Site reporting
• Daily inspection reports
• Resource monitoring
• Material delivery tracking
• Material test records
• Workmanship inspection
• Site measurements
• Surveying checks
• Bridge works
• Road structures
• Structural works
• Project quality procedures
• Quality control
• Quality assurance
• Audit inspections
• Site instructions
• Corrective action follow‑up
• Commissioning support
• Handover monitoring
• Project milestone records
• RTA projects
• UAE construction standards
• Safety awareness
• Client inspection coordination
• Resident Engineer support
• Structural Engineer support

Why Join Us

This role gives an experienced Structural Inspector the opportunity to work on major roads and bridges infrastructure projects in Dubai where inspection accuracy, quality control, safety awareness, and contractor coordination are essential to successful delivery. The position offers hands‑on involvement in structural works, bridge construction, site supervision, material testing records, and transportation project quality systems. It is a strong opportunity for an inspector who wants to build deeper infrastructure experience while contributing to safer and more reliable road networks across the city.

About the Company

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, planning, design, transportation, water, environmental, advisory, program management, and construction management services. In Dubai and across the Middle East, AECOM supports major roads, bridges, utilities, and infrastructure projects with technical supervision, quality‑focused delivery, and multidisciplinary expertise that help create safer, better‑connected, and more resilient communities.