Viaduct Inspector - Metro Rail Structures

Parsons; Dubai; On-site; AED 123,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons Corporation in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is seeking a Viaduct Inspector for Metro Rail Structures. The role focuses on supervision of elevated works, quality control, safety compliance, and handover activities on a major metro project.

Ideal candidates hold a Civil/Structural degree with 4+ years of inspection experience and familiarity with Dubai/UAE projects. Responsibilities include verifying beams, columns, spans, temporary works, materials, and workmanship against drawings and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering required.
• Minimum of 4 years of construction supervision experience.
• Direct experience in inspection or supervision of major infrastructure projects.
• Dubai/UAE or GCC experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Inspect site conditions and confirm suitability before permanent viaduct works proceed.
• Carry out regular field inspections across active viaduct construction areas.
• Verify workmanship, materials, and construction activities against drawings and specs.
• Inspect major structural elements including beams, columns, piers, supports.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards and approved procedures.
• Monitor progress and identify deviations from plans or schedules.
• Report delays, quality concerns, and site constraints to supervision team.
• Review installation drawings and construction-related technical documentation.
• Support verification of as-built drawings against site conditions.
• Prepare snag lists and follow up corrective actions before handover.
• Coordinate inspection matters with engineers, contractors, and surveyors.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and project documentation.

Skills

Viaduct inspection

Metro rail construction

Structural inspection

Bridge inspection

Elevated structures

Construction supervision

Site inspection

Beam inspection

Column inspection

Piers inspection

Temporary works

Construction quality control

Material inspection

Workmanship inspection

Drawing compliance

As-built drawings

Snagging

Infrastructure handover

Surveying equipment

Structural analysis software

Project management tools

Site safety

HSE compliance

Contractor coordination

Engineer coordination

Stakeholder coordination

Technical reporting

Engineering consultancy

Rail infrastructure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering

Tools

Structural analysis software

Job description

Viaduct Inspector - Metro Rail Structures Job Snapshot

Role: Viaduct Inspector - Metro Rail Structures
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Building-Construction Inspection
Experience: Minimum 4 years
Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview
Viaduct Inspector - Metro Rail Structures in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a Civil Engineering opportunity supporting construction supervision, structural inspection, quality control, safety compliance, and handover activities on a major metro rail project. Parsons Corporation is hiring an experienced inspector to monitor viaduct works, verify beams, columns, supports, temporary works, materials, and workmanship, and ensure construction complies with approved drawings, specifications, schedules, and regulatory requirements.

Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Building-Construction Inspection
Salary: 11000-17000
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 Viaduct Inspector will serve as a key field representative within the metro rail construction supervision team, providing continuous oversight of elevated structural works from initial site preparation through completion and handover. The role requires close attention to structural quality, construction sequencing, temporary works, material compliance, dimensional accuracy, safety, and project records. Effective inspection will help ensure the viaduct is built safely, accurately, and in accordance with approved engineering requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect site conditions and confirm suitability before permanent viaduct works proceed.
• Carry out regular field inspections across active viaduct construction areas.
• Verify workmanship, materials, and construction activities against approved drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Inspect major structural elements including beams, columns, piers, supports, and associated components.
• Confirm structural works comply with applicable engineering standards and approved construction procedures.
• Monitor construction progress and identify deviations from planned sequencing or approved schedules.
• Report potential delays, quality concerns, and site constraints to the supervision team.
• Review construction plans and specifications to understand inspection requirements before work begins.
• Inspect temporary works and confirm compliance with approved methods and contractual requirements.
• Check construction materials before and during installation to verify approved quality and suitability.
• Observe installation activities and ensure completed structural elements match design requirements.
• Assist with measurement and verification of completed works when requested.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, daily observations, and supporting project documentation.
• Direct or coordinate other inspectors assigned to relevant structural activities.
• Monitor inspection performance and help maintain consistent supervision standards.
• Assist with review of installation drawings and construction-related technical documentation.
• Support verification of as-built drawings against actual completed site conditions.
• Inspect completed viaduct works and identify outstanding defects or incomplete items.
• Prepare snag lists and follow up corrective works before acceptance.
• Assist with final inspection and handover of completed infrastructure to the operating authority.
• Monitor compliance with site safety procedures throughout construction.
• Participate actively in health and safety activities led by the Resident Engineer and project safety representatives.
• Report unsafe practices, access concerns, or hazardous construction conditions.
• Coordinate inspection matters with engineers, contractors, surveyors, and other project stakeholders.
• Use relevant inspection, surveying, structural analysis, and project management tools to support field verification.
• Prepare clear technical records and reports for management and project teams.

Ideal Profile

Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering. A minimum of 4 years of related construction supervision experience is required. Applicants should have direct experience in construction inspection or supervision of major infrastructure projects, particularly bridges, viaducts, elevated structures, or similar works. Previous metro rail project experience is preferred. Candidates should understand structural construction methods, temporary works, quality control processes, material inspection, and field verification requirements. Experience working in Dubai, the wider UAE, or GCC within an engineering consultancy environment will be advantageous. Applicants should be capable of reading structural drawings, specifications, construction plans, and related technical documentation. Practical knowledge of surveying equipment, inspection technology, structural analysis software, and project management applications is desirable. Good written and spoken English is required. Candidates should be able to communicate clearly with engineers, contractors, supervisors, and management. Strong attention to detail is important for identifying construction defects, deviations, and incomplete work. A consistent commitment to safe work practices and quality construction is essential.

Skills Set

• Viaduct inspection
• Metro rail construction
• Structural inspection
• Bridge inspection
• Elevated structures
• Construction supervision
• Site inspection
• Beam inspection
• Column inspection
• Pier inspection
• Structural supports
• Permanent works
• Temporary works
• Construction quality control
• Material inspection
• Workmanship inspection
• Structural specifications
• Drawing compliance
• Construction plans
• Method statement compliance
• Progress monitoring
• Construction sequencing
• Delay identification
• Inspection records
• Site documentation
• Work measurement
• Installation drawings
• As-built drawings
• Snagging
• Snag list preparation
• Final inspection
• Infrastructure handover
• Operating authority handover
• Surveying equipment
• Structural analysis software
• Project management tools
• Site safety
• HSE compliance
• Contractor coordination
• Engineer coordination
• Stakeholder coordination
• Technical reporting
• Engineering consultancy
• Rail infrastructure

Why Join Us

Dubai 's investment in metro rail and integrated transport infrastructure creates strong demand for inspectors with practical knowledge of viaducts, bridges, and elevated structural systems. This role offers direct exposure to complex rail construction where structural accuracy, quality control, safety, and disciplined inspection have a significant effect on long-term asset performance. Parsons Corporation provides the opportunity to work alongside structural engineers, construction specialists, survey teams, and project managers on major transport infrastructure. The position supports continued development in viaduct inspection, metro rail delivery, structural supervision, quality assurance, and authority handover.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation is a global engineering and technology organization delivering transportation, infrastructure, and complex urban development programs. Its UAE teams provide civil and structural engineering, metro rail supervision, bridge and viaduct inspection, project management, and construction oversight across major transport and infrastructure developments.