Wet Utility Inspector

About the role

WSP is looking for a Wet Utility Inspector to join its Abu Dhabi team and support the construction supervision of major transportation, roads, utilities and infrastructure projects. The inspector inspects wet utility works, monitors site construction and ensures compliance with project specifications, approved drawings, authority requirements and quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect wet utility works such as water transmission and distribution networks, sewerage, stormwater drainage, irrigation systems and associated infrastructure.
• Monitor construction activities against approved drawings, specifications and authority requirements.
• Inspect pipelines, manholes, chambers, valve installations, pumping stations and utility crossings.
• Review contractor inspection requests, method statements, shop drawings and material approvals.
• Verify that installed works meet quality standards and approved construction methods.
• Witness pressure testing, leakage testing, pipeline testing, flushing, commissioning and related activities.
• Coordinate with Resident Engineers, Site Engineers, contractors, authorities and stakeholders.
• Identify non-conforming works and help implement corrective actions.
• Maintain inspection records and prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements and report quality or schedule issues.

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Wet Utility Inspector on roads, transportation, utilities and infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in construction supervision consultancy environments; consultancy-side supervision experience is essential.
• Experience on major infrastructure and transportation projects in Abu Dhabi or the UAE is preferred.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of water supply, sewerage, stormwater drainage and irrigation systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and construction documents.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication, coordination and reporting skills.