Civil Site Inspector (Infrastructure Projects)

About the role

AECOM is hiring a Civil Site Inspector (Infrastructure) in Al Ain, UAE, to inspect and monitor civil infrastructure construction on roads, earthworks, utilities, drainage, public realm and retaining structures. The inspector works under the supervision of the Assistant Resident Engineer and Resident Engineer, ensuring works comply with contract requirements, approved drawings, technical specifications, authority regulations and quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect daily construction activities and contractor workmanship against approved drawings, specifications, method statements and ITPs; report non-conforming works and follow up on corrective actions.
• Inspect roads, pavements, kerbs, footpaths, cycle tracks, earthworks, utility trenches, drainage, chambers, manholes and retaining structures, checking setting out, levels, compaction and workmanship.
• Witness field and laboratory testing (earthworks, concrete, asphalt, backfilling, compaction) and review WIRs and MIRs; keep inspection and testing records.
• Monitor contractor compliance with HSE requirements and environmental regulations, and promote safe construction practices.
• Prepare daily inspection reports, record progress and site issues, assist with as-built records and report findings to the Resident Engineer.
• Take part in snagging, testing and commissioning, verify completion before handover and help prepare final inspection records and asset handover documents.

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience as a Civil Inspector on major infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in roads, utilities, drainage, earthworks, public realm and civil infrastructure; UAE authority specifications and testing/commissioning experience are advantageous.
• Strong inspection and observation skills, good communication and teamwork, and ability to work in a multidisciplinary project environment.

Required skills

• Civil construction practices, QA/QC procedures, ITPs and international construction standards.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, shop drawings and technical specifications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction inspection documentation; familiarity with Asite is an advantage.

The position is on-site. AECOM states that new hires must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office, and benefits depend on employment status.