Underground Piping QC Inspector - Precision & Compliance

ABIS; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

ABIS is seeking a QC Inspector – Piping (UG) to perform inspection and testing of underground piping installation activities, including trenching, bedding, coating, and backfill, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.

The role requires 5–8 years of experience in underground piping projects, with a Diploma/Bachelor’s in Mechanical/Civil Engineering and QC certification preferred.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience as a QC Inspector on underground piping/utilities construction projects.
• Diploma or Bachelor’s in Mechanical/Civil Engineering; QC/inspection certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspections on underground piping installation works.
• Witness trench excavation, pipe bedding, coating/wrapping, and backfill activities per the ITP.
• Verify underground pipe alignment, depth, and joint integrity against drawings.
• Witness hydrotests, coating integrity tests, and cathodic protection checks as required.
• Verify materials against certificates and specifications.
• Record inspection results and raise Non-Conformance Reports.
• Coordinate hold points and inspections with client/third-party inspectors prior to backfill.
• Maintain inspection records, checklists, and daily QC reports.
• Verify calibration of measuring and testing equipment on site.
• Support punch-list generation and closure for underground piping works.
• Assist in preparing quality dossiers for handover.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Integrity

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Diploma/Bachelor's in Mechanical/Civil Engineering

QC/Inspection Certification (preferred)

Tools

Underground Piping Inspection Techniques

Trenching & Backfill Inspection

Coating/Wrapping & Holiday Testing

ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans)

Measuring & Testing Equipment

QC Documentation & Reporting

Job description

ABIS is seeking a QC Inspector – Piping (UG) to perform inspection and testing of underground piping installation activities, including trenching, bedding, coating, and backfill, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.

The role requires 5–8 years of experience in underground piping projects, with a Diploma/Bachelor’s in Mechanical/Civil Engineering and QC certification preferred.