Civil Inspector

Jacobs; Philippines; On-site; PHP 558,000 - 837,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Civil Inspector to supervise and monitor civil/structural construction activities for transportation infrastructure. You will ensure compliance with contract specifications, design standards, and regulatory requirements, while coordinating with contractors and authorities on-site.

The role requires 3–5 years of civil inspection experience, a PRC civil engineering license, and strong communication and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience as a Civil Inspector in infrastructure/maritime projects.
• Registered Civil Engineer with valid Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) license.
• Experience in Civil inspections for civil and structural projects.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Familiarity with industry standards and Civil/Structural Codes.
• Willingness to travel and work on-site.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction specifications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor civil/structural construction activities for transportation infrastructure.
• Oversee the Scope of Works for civil and structural components, ensuring alignment with approved plans.
• Track construction progress and identify delays or issues; recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors and authorities to ensure smooth site execution.
• Conduct quality inspections; issue Non-Conformance Reports when needed.
• Support weekly and monthly progress reports with site observations and safety/quality insights.

Skills

Civil Inspector experience

Engineering license

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Site travel readiness

Education

PRC Civil Engineer license

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

• Supervise and monitor all civil/structural construction activities related to transportation infrastructure (e.g., roads, bridges, tunnels, stations), ensuring compliance with contract specifications, design standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the implementation of the Scope of Works for civil and structural components, including earthworks, foundations, retaining structures, and pavement systems, ensuring alignment with approved engineering plans.
• Track construction progress and identify potential delays or issues affecting schedule, safety, or quality. Recommend corrective actions to maintain project timelines and minimize disruptions to public transport or traffic flow.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and third-party stakeholders, including local authorities and utility providers, to ensure smooth execution of civil works and resolution of site-related challenges.
• Conduct quality inspections of materials and workmanship, verifying compliance with transportation sector standards (e.g., AASHTO, ASTM, DPWH standards) and issuing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) when necessary.
• Support the preparation of weekly and monthly progress reports, providing insights on civil works status, safety compliance, quality metrics, and site observations to inform project management and client updates.

Here's what you'll need

• Minimum 3-5 years experience as a Civil Inspector within the Infrastructure and Maritime sector
• Registered Civil Engineer with valid Professional Regulation Commission License (PRC)
• Experience in Civil Inspections for Civil and Structural projects
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Familiarity with industry standards and Structural/Civil Codes
• Willingness to travel and work on-site as required
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and construction specifications and be thoroughly familiar with construction related processes related to area of assignment

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