Material Inspector - Infrastructure

About the role

AECOM is looking for an experienced Material Inspector for infrastructure projects in Dubai. The inspector monitors, inspects and verifies all construction materials used on site so they comply with approved specifications, quality standards, contract requirements and authority regulations. The role covers material inspections, factory and site acceptance, material approvals, testing verification and quality assurance for roads, utilities, drainage and related works.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect materials delivered to site against approved submittals and specifications, including concrete, cement, reinforcement steel, aggregates, asphalt, pipes, fittings and road materials.
• Check compliance with approved drawings, technical specifications, BOQ and authority requirements, and review certificates, test reports and manufacturer documents.
• Conduct visual inspections, witness sampling and laboratory testing, and inspect soil, subgrade, road base, asphalt, wet and dry utility materials.
• Ensure materials come from approved manufacturers and suppliers, and verify storage, handling and preservation.
• Review Material Inspection Requests (MIRs), raise and follow up Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and Site Observation Reports (SORs), and segregate rejected materials.
• Maintain inspection reports, delivery records, test certificates, MIR logs and approval registers, and coordinate with contractors, suppliers, laboratories and site engineers.

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Material Engineering, Construction Technology or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years in construction supervision and material inspection, with at least 5 years on infrastructure projects such as roads, highways, utilities, stormwater, sewerage and irrigation.
• Proven experience approving materials such as aggregates, asphalt, concrete, pipes, precast elements, geotextiles and utility materials.
• Familiarity with Dubai Municipality, RTA, DEWA and DDA requirements; a valid UAE driving licence is preferred.

Required skills

• Knowledge of material testing standards (ASTM, AASHTO, BS, EN) and ITPs, method statements, MARs and MIRs.
• Quality Assurance and Quality Control processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic document control systems.

Preferred project experience includes roads and highways, stormwater and drainage networks, sewerage and pumping stations, water distribution and irrigation, utility corridors, municipal and master developer projects, and construction supervision consultancy. AECOM offers benefits depending on employment status, including medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off, flexible work options, a retirement savings plan and an employee stock purchase plan.