Structural Lead | Building Inspector

Tanqeeb; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 220,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced Structural Lead / Building Inspector to oversee structural design validation, inspections, construction quality, and building condition assessments. You will review drawings, conduct inspections, and ensure compliance with codes and project requirements.

You will coordinate with structural engineers, consultants, and contractors, assess existing building conditions, and prepare clear inspection reports and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or diploma in civil/structural engineering.
• Proven experience in structural engineering, building inspection, or construction quality.
• Strong knowledge of structural systems, construction methods, codes, and standards.
• Experience in inspections, defect assessment, and technical reporting.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Professional engineering or inspection qualifications are an advantage.
• Experience in large-scale projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review structural drawings, calculations, specifications, and submissions.
• Conduct inspections and monitor construction quality.
• Ensure works comply with designs, codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Identify defects, risks, and non-conformities; recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with engineers, consultants, contractors, and teams.
• Review materials, methods, and testing results.
• Assess existing building conditions and performance.
• Prepare inspection reports and technical assessments.
• Support testing, commissioning, handover.

Skills

Structural engineering

Building inspection

Technical reporting

Code compliance

Analytical skills

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Structural Lead / Building Inspector to oversee structural design, inspections, construction quality, and building condition assessments.

Key Responsibilities

• Review structural drawings, calculations, specifications, and technical submissions.
• Conduct structural inspections and monitor construction quality and workmanship.
• Ensure structural works comply with approved designs, codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Identify structural defects, risks, and non-conformities and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with structural engineers, consultants, contractors, and project teams.
• Review materials, construction methods, and structural testing results.
• Assess existing building conditions and structural performance where required.
• Prepare inspection reports, technical assessments, and recommendations.
• Support testing, commissioning, defect rectification, and project handover.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in structural engineering, building inspection, or construction quality.
• Strong knowledge of structural systems, construction methods, and relevant codes and standards.
• Experience in structural inspections, defect assessment, and technical reporting.
• Strong analytical, technical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Professional engineering or inspection qualifications are an advantage.
• Experience in construction, consultancy, property development, or large-scale projects preferred.