Quality Assurance / Quality Control Engineer

About the role

A construction employer is looking for a detail-oriented QA/QC Engineer with at least 3 years of UAE construction experience and a strong background in high-rise tower projects. The role ensures that construction activities, materials and workmanship comply with approved drawings, project specifications, method statements, ITPs and applicable UAE standards.

Key responsibilities

• Implement and monitor the Project Quality Plan, Inspection & Test Plans, method statements and QA/QC procedures.
• Carry out pre-, during and post-construction inspections of structural, civil, architectural and finishing works.
• Inspect reinforcement, formwork, concrete works, blockwork, plastering, waterproofing, screeding, tiling and painting.
• Review method statements, material submittals, shop drawings and quality requirements before work starts.
• Inspect incoming materials against approved submittals, manufacturer certificates and test reports.
• Witness and monitor site and laboratory tests such as concrete slump, cube and compaction tests.
• Identify defects and non-conformances, issue NCRs and follow up corrective and preventive actions until closed.
• Maintain QA/QC records (IRs, checklists, MIRs, WIRs, ITRs, test reports, quality logs) and prepare daily, weekly and monthly quality reports.
• Support internal and external quality audits and coordinate with HSE, Planning, Procurement, Engineering and Construction teams.
• Ensure quality documentation and close-out requirements are complete for project handover.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of QA/QC experience in the UAE construction industry.
• Proven experience in high-rise tower projects is essential.
• Strong communication, coordination, reporting and problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced site environment.

Required skills

• Knowledge of QA/QC procedures, ITPs, IRs, WIRs, MIRs, NCRs, method statements and quality documentation.
• Familiarity with UAE construction standards, municipality requirements and consultant inspection procedures.
• Experience with concrete works, reinforcement, formwork, finishing works, material inspections and testing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; AutoCAD and quality management software are an advantage.
• ISO 9001 awareness or certification is an advantage.