Architectural Inspector – Airport Fit‑Out Works
Job Snapshot – Role: Architectural Inspector – Airport Fit‑Out Works
Location: Doha, Qatar
Industry: Construction
Function: Building-Construction Inspection
Experience: Minimum 7 years in architectural inspection and interior fit‑out projects
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On‑site
AECOM is seeking an experienced Architectural Inspector to support the inspection and quality control of architectural fit‑out works within airport facilities in Doha, Qatar. The role focuses on verifying that interior construction and finishing activities comply with approved architectural shop drawings, material submissions, project specifications, and airport operational requirements.
The successful candidate will inspect partitions, ceilings, flooring, wall finishes, joinery, doors, glazing, counters, and related architectural installations and coordinate with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and security teams to ensure that architectural works are properly integrated with other building systems.
Candidates should have at least seven years of experience in architectural inspection and interior fit‑out projects, with strong technical knowledge of construction quality standards, inspection documentation, and defect rectification procedures.
- Country: Qatar
- City: Doha
- Industry: Construction
- Function: Building-Construction Inspection
- Salary: Not disclosed
- Gender: No Preference
- Candidate Nationality: Not specified
- Job Type: Full Time
- Work Arrangement: On‑site
Key Responsibilities
Architectural Fit‑Out Inspection- Inspect architectural fit‑out activities within airport facilities.
- Verify the installation and finishing quality of internal partitions, ceilings, and flooring.
- Inspect wall finishes, architectural joinery, doors, glazing, and counters.
- Assess construction workmanship against approved drawings and project quality requirements.
- Identify installation defects, incomplete works, and deviations from approved specifications.
- Monitor compliance with approved architectural design requirements throughout fit‑out construction.
Material and Technical Compliance- Review approved architectural shop drawings, material submittals, and construction method statements.
- Verify that installed materials correspond with approved samples and mock‑ups.
- Check compliance with relevant project specifications and material requirements.
- Identify discrepancies between approved submissions and actual site installations.
- Communicate material and workmanship concerns to contractors and the project supervision team.
- Support consistent application of architectural quality standards across inspected works.
Multidisciplinary Interface Inspection- Inspect architectural interfaces with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
- Verify coordination between architectural finishes and fire protection installations.
- Review interfaces involving airport security systems and other building services.
- Identify construction conflicts affecting architectural installation quality.
- Coordinate with relevant discipline inspectors and consultants to resolve interface issues.
- Support proper integration of architectural works with associated airport systems.
Quality Control and Non‑Conformance Management- Conduct inspections in accordance with applicable project quality control procedures.
- Review relevant Inspection Requests (IRs) and Work Inspection Requests (WIRs).
- Apply approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) during inspection activities.
- Raise site observations and Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs) where required.
- Identify defective workmanship and installations that do not meet project requirements.
- Follow up with contractors on corrective actions.
- Verify that reported defects have been satisfactorily rectified.
Site Coordination and Reporting- Coordinate inspection activities with contractors, consultants, and other discipline inspectors.
- Communicate architectural quality concerns and outstanding site issues.
- Maintain accurate daily inspection reports and supporting photographs.
- Organize inspection records, quality documentation, and relevant site observations.
- Support timely resolution of construction and finishing deficiencies.
- Maintain effective communication with the wider construction supervision team.
Snagging and Project Handover- Conduct snagging inspections of completed architectural fit‑out works.
- Identify incomplete installations, finishing defects, and outstanding quality issues.
- Record snagging observations and communicate required corrective actions.
- Re‑inspect rectified works to verify satisfactory completion.
- Support final architectural quality inspections before project handover.
- Maintain relevant inspection and snagging documentation for completion records.
Airport Safety and Operational Compliance- Monitor architectural fit‑out activities for compliance with applicable airport access requirements.
- Ensure inspection activities respect airport safety and security procedures.
- Identify construction activities that may conflict with airport operational restrictions.
- Coordinate with relevant project personnel to address site access and operational constraints.
- Support compliance with applicable airport project requirements during inspection and handover activities.
Required Qualifications
Education- Diploma or Bachelor 's Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
Professional Experience- Minimum 7 years of experience in architectural inspection and interior fit‑out projects.
- Practical experience inspecting architectural finishes and interior construction works.
- Experience reviewing architectural shop drawings, technical specifications, and material submittals.
- Familiarity with construction inspection procedures and quality documentation.
- Experience identifying defects, raising inspection observations, and verifying corrective actions.
Technical Knowledge and Skills- Strong knowledge of architectural finishes and interior fit‑out construction.
- Understanding of partition systems, ceilings, flooring, and wall finishes.
- Familiarity with architectural joinery, doors, glazing, and counters.
- Ability to interpret approved shop drawings and construction specifications.
- Knowledge of material approvals, samples, and mock‑up verification.
- Familiarity with Inspection Requests (IRs), Work Inspection Requests (WIRs), and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
- Understanding of construction method statements and Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs).
- Knowledge of quality control procedures and construction standards.
- Familiarity with architectural snagging and defect rectification processes.
- Understanding of airport safety, security, and operational requirements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred Experience and Skills- Previous experience on airport, commercial, hospitality, or other large‑scale building projects.
- Knowledge of AutoCAD.
Professional Competencies- Strong attention to detail when assessing architectural workmanship.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to coordinate effectively with contractors, consultants, and multidisciplinary inspection teams.
- Organized approach to inspection documentation and technical reporting.
- Ability to identify construction defects and follow up on corrective actions.
- Practical problem‑solving skills in active construction environments.
- Commitment to construction quality and compliance with approved project requirements.
Recruitment and Onboarding
AECOM is committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and takes fraudulent hiring activity seriously. All newly hired employees are required to attend an in‑person Day 1 onboarding session at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
Employee Benefits and Career Development
AECOM offers employee benefits and professional development opportunities according to employment status and applicable eligibility requirements. Depending on eligibility, benefits may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
- Disability benefits.
- Paid time off and applicable leave arrangements.
- Voluntary benefits and employee perks.
- Employee assistance programs and well‑being resources.
- Business travel insurance.
- Service recognition awards.
- Retirement savings arrangements.
- Employee stock purchase plan participation.
- Flexible work options where applicable.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Equal Employment Opportunity AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and professional opportunity. Applicant information will be handled confidentially in accordance with applicable equal employment opportunity guidelines.
Job Reference: J10161896 Business Line: Transportation Business Group: DCS Strategic Business Unit: ME and Africa Career Area: Quality
About AECOM
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm committed to delivering a better world through advisory, planning, design, engineering, program management, and construction management services. The company works with public‑and‑private‑sector clients across transportation, water, environment, energy, and buildings, developing innovative, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure solutions throughout the project lifecycle. With a global team of more than 50,000 professionals, AECOM brings together engineers, planners, designers, scientists, digital innovators, program managers, and construction specialists delivering projects that create lasting benefits for communities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 company that reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. The organization supports professional growth, multidisciplinary collaboration, respect, and equal employment opportunities.
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