Structural Inspector

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 143,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons Corporation is seeking an experienced Structural Inspector to join its on-site team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The role involves inspecting structural works across bridges, tunnels, lagoons, reservoirs, and substations to ensure compliance with drawings, contract specs, and quality standards.

Required is a Diploma or Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) with at least five years of regional inspection experience.

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of regional work experience as a Structural Inspector.
• Ability to read and interpret structural drawings and specifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Knowledge of public works contracts and construction-related processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections to verify structural works comply with drawings and specifications.
• Inspect demolition activities involving structural elements.
• Monitor reservoirs, lifting stations, and landscape structures.
• Coordinate material testing and review Certificates of Compliance and SDS.
• Prepare daily inspection reports and maintain project records.

Skills

Reading drawings

Written communication

Site coordination

Quality control

Inspection reporting

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Structural Inspector Job Snapshot - Role: Structural Inspector - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Construction - Function: Building-Construction Inspection - Experience: Minimum 5 years of regional structural inspection experience - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview Parsons Corporation is seeking an experienced Structural Inspector to join its construction supervision team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The position involves inspecting and monitoring structural construction works to ensure compliance with approved engineering drawings, contract specifications, quality standards, and project requirements. You will inspect structural activities involving bridges, tunnels, retaining walls, reservoirs, lifting stations, substations, swimming pools, lagoons, and other structures. Responsibilities also include verifying construction materials, maintaining inspection records, monitoring completed quantities, coordinating material testing, and identifying construction defects or nonconforming works. The successful candidate will have a diploma or bachelor 's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline, or an equivalent qualification, with at least five years of regional experience as a Structural Inspector.

Job Details - Country: United Arab Emirates - City: Dubai - 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

• Conduct site inspections to verify that structural works comply with approved drawings, contract specifications, and applicable project requirements.
• Inspect demolition activities involving structural elements.
• Monitor construction activities associated with reservoirs, lifting stations, and landscape structures.
• Inspect structural works involving lagoons, swimming pools, and substations.
• Monitor construction of retaining walls, tunnels, bridges, and other structural infrastructure.
• Verify that construction activities follow approved methods and relevant technical requirements.
• Identify structural construction defects, discrepancies, and potential quality concerns.
• Report inspection findings and coordinate necessary corrective actions with responsible project personnel.

Construction Materials and Quality Compliance

• Verify that only approved construction materials are incorporated into structural works.
• Inspect materials and associated documentation for compliance with project specifications.
• Collect and review Certificates of Compliance, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), inspection tags, and relevant material records.
• Identify material-related discrepancies and report potential compliance issues.
• Document construction nonconformances and assist in determining appropriate resolutions.
• Support the development of construction quality control procedures and reports.
• Coordinate with contractors and project personnel to address identified quality deficiencies.

Site Monitoring and Technical Coordination

• Monitor structural construction activities and report potential technical conflicts.
• Identify construction issues and recommend possible solutions to the supervisor.
• Coordinate surveying and material testing activities performed by subconsultants.
• Review relevant construction plans and specifications to support inspection activities.
• Provide technical guidance to junior inspectors when assigned.
• Maintain communication with engineering and construction supervision personnel.
• Support effective coordination of assigned structural inspection activities.

Inspection Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare daily inspection reports and construction site diaries.
• Maintain project files, inspection records, and supporting technical documentation.
• Record relevant quantity calculations and construction observations.
• Prepare reports and documentation required under the construction contract.
• Maintain and update as-built plans as required.
• Conduct labor compliance interviews and maintain related records.
• Document nonconforming works and associated inspection findings.
• Ensure inspection information is accurately recorded and available for project review.

Quantity Verification and Payment Support

• Measure and record completed structural construction quantities.
• Report installed quantities to support verification of contractor payment applications.
• Review progress payment estimates against relevant site records.
• Assist in evaluating quantities associated with change orders and additional works.
• Review extra work bills and supporting construction documentation.
• Maintain accurate quantity records for project reporting and verification.

Construction Safety and Emergency Response

• Perform inspection activities in accordance with applicable construction safety requirements.
• Identify hazardous working conditions and take appropriate action to address or report safety concerns.
• Support the development of job safety practices and related reports.
• Remain aware of public safety considerations during structural construction activities.
• Respond to emergency call-backs at the project site when required.
• Coordinate safety-related observations with relevant project personnel.
• Promote safe working practices during assigned inspection activities.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or bachelor 's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of regional work experience as a Structural Inspector.
• Knowledge of public works contracts and construction-related processes.
• Ability to read and interpret structural construction plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Effective mathematical skills, including engineering calculations, graphs, and charts.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, project management software, and internet search tools.
• Ability to understand and comply with project requirements, client standards, and applicable industry specifications.
• Strong daily diary preparation, inspection reporting, and documentation skills.
• Good knowledge of English grammar and written communication.
• Understanding of construction scheduling and progress monitoring.
• Ability to review progress payment estimates and extra work bills.
• Ability to recognize hazardous construction conditions and take appropriate action.
• Effective time management and preparation for assigned inspection activities.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary construction teams and dynamic site environments.
• Sound professional judgment and effective interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications and Training

• Relevant authority certifications or approvals in structural inspection or a related field.
• Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) training.
• Construction safety training, including 10 hours of OSHA training.

Technical Skills and Knowledge

• Structural construction inspection and supervision.
• Civil engineering drawings and specifications.
• Bridge, tunnel, and retaining wall construction.
• Reservoirs, lifting stations, and other structural infrastructure.
• Structural demolition inspection.
• Construction material verification and compliance.
• Construction quality control procedures.
• Site inspection reporting and daily diaries.
• Construction nonconformance identification and documentation.
• Material testing and surveying coordination.
• Engineering calculations and quantity measurements.
• Progress payment estimates and change order verification.
• As-built drawing and project record maintenance.
• Public works construction contracts.
• Construction scheduling and progress monitoring.
• Microsoft Office and project management applications.
• Construction health and safety practices.

Professional Competencies

• Strong attention to detail during structural inspections.
• Ability to identify construction defects and technical noncompliance.
• Sound understanding of structural construction processes.
• Accurate technical reporting and recordkeeping.
• Effective communication with contractors, engineers, and supervisors.
• Ability to evaluate site issues and recommend practical solutions.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a construction supervision team.
• Professional judgment when assessing construction quality and safety.
• Commitment to contractual compliance, construction quality, and public safety.

Parsons Corporation provides engineering, infrastructure, and project delivery services across complex construction and development projects. The company promotes technical excellence, innovation, collaboration, employee wellbeing, and professional development. As a Structural Inspector, you will contribute to the quality and compliance of structural construction works through site inspections, technical coordination, material verification, and accurate project documentation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parsons is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair representation at all job levels without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

Recruitment Fraud Awareness

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