Inspector - Material

About the role

AECOM is hiring an Inspector - Material for its Transportation business in the UAE. The inspector verifies construction materials delivered to site against RTA specifications, approved submittals and contract requirements, and works closely with the Material Engineer and Site Engineer. The position is on-site.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect and verify all construction materials before acceptance and use at site, checking source approvals, delivery notes, batch certificates and test reports.
• Carry out sampling and witnessing of laboratory and field tests for soil, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, steel and other civil materials as per approved ITPs.
• Ensure materials for roadworks, bridges, culverts, drainage and utility works conform to approved specifications and drawings.
• Monitor storage, handling and protection of materials to prevent contamination, segregation or damage.
• Verify compliance with RTA-approved suppliers, manufacturers and testing laboratories.
• Coordinate with the Material Engineer and Site Engineer on testing schedules, approvals and material issues.
• Inspect asphalt paving, concrete works, earthworks and backfilling; review and submit Work Inspection Requests (WIRs).
• Maintain inspection records, test results and material logs for QA/QC and as-built documentation.
• Raise NCRs and site observations for non-conforming materials and follow up on corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements during material handling, sampling and testing, and assist in RTA inspections and audits.
• Report daily site activities, material inspections and testing status to the Material Engineer / Resident Engineer.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or diploma holders with relevant education.
• RTA or DM approval holder is mandatory.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the UAE.
• Ability to maintain complete records of test results, inspections and executed works for project closeout and handover.

Required skills

• Knowledge of RTA and DM standards and regulations.
• Inspection of civil works and materials, including asphalt and concrete.

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