Tunnel Project Inspector: On-Site Quality & Compliance

SMEC; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 670,000 - 1,116,000; Full time

Job summary

SMEC is seeking a Project Inspector (Tunnels) to provide on-site inspection and technical oversight of tunnel construction activities. You will verify conformity with designs, specifications, quality standards, safety regulations, and contractual obligations, while supporting the OE team in delivering a safe, compliant tunnel infrastructure.

Your role includes maintaining site diaries, coordinating with contractors, and reviewing method statements and ITPs to ensure feasibility and compliance

Qualifications

• Experience in tunnel construction activities and safety standards.
• Experience in inspections of infrastructure projects and QA processes.
• Experience collaborating with contractors/engineers to resolve issues.
• Experience inspecting underground structures including lining and support.
• Knowledge of ground behaviour and geotechnical monitoring for tunnels.
• Knowledge of local and international tunnelling codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular on-site inspections of tunnelling works.
• Verify compliance with drawings, specs and quality standards.
• Use checklists and quality plans to guide inspections.
• Track and document progress against construction schedule.
• Maintain daily site diaries, photos, and progress reports for OE and client teams.
• Engage with contractors, consultants, and project team members to exchange technical information.
• Participate in site meetings and coordination reviews.
• Review contractor-submitted method statements, ITPs, materials approvals, and technical documents for feasibility, safety and compliance.

Skills

Tunnel construction

Inspection procedures

Quality assurance

Coordination with contractors

Site documentation

Geotechnical monitoring

Underground structures

Tunnel lining knowledge

Job description

SMEC is seeking a Project Inspector (Tunnels) to provide on-site inspection and technical oversight of tunnel construction activities. You will verify conformity with designs, specifications, quality standards, safety regulations, and contractual obligations, while supporting the OE team in delivering a safe, compliant tunnel infrastructure.

Your role includes maintaining site diaries, coordinating with contractors, and reviewing method statements and ITPs to ensure feasibility and compliance