Inspector Water

About the role

AECOM is looking for an Inspector Water in Al Ain to inspect and verify the construction of potable water distribution works. The inspector checks that installation, materials, testing and handover comply with approved drawings, specifications and authority requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect installation of potable water pipelines, valves, fittings, chambers, hydrants, service connections, thrust blocks, tie-ins and associated structures.
• Monitor excavation, shoring, dewatering, bedding, pipe laying, jointing, surround, backfilling, compaction and reinstatement.
• Verify compliance with approved IFC/shop drawings, specifications, method statements, material approvals and ITPs.
• Check pipeline alignment, levels, coordinates, cover, clearances and connection details with the Survey Team.
• Ensure only approved pipes, fittings and valves are used, and witness pressure testing, flushing, disinfection, water-quality testing and commissioning.
• Inspect valve and chamber installations, report defective works and track corrective actions.
• Maintain inspection records, checklists, photos, test results and daily site records.
• Coordinate with the ARE/RE, contractor, QA/QC team, material engineer, surveyor and other inspectors, and monitor interfaces with sewerage, stormwater, irrigation, roads and utilities.
• Support TAQA Water/authority inspections, shutdowns, tie-ins, snagging, de-snagging, as-built verification and final handover.

Required profile

• Diploma in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in infrastructure projects, with significant experience in constructing and inspecting potable water distribution networks.
• Proven experience with water pipelines, valves, fittings, chambers, hydrants, service connections, thrust blocks and tie-ins.
• Experience witnessing pressure testing, flushing, disinfection, water quality testing and commissioning.
• UAE/GCC experience and familiarity with TAQA Water standards and authority requirements preferred.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of approved drawings, specifications, QA/QC procedures, ITPs and construction standards for water infrastructure.
• Good understanding of HSE requirements for excavation, pressure testing, lifting and confined-space operations.
• Strong communication, reporting and coordination skills.

New hires must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office. Benefits depend on employment status and may include medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off, flexible work options, a retirement savings plan and an employee stock purchase plan.