Structural Inspector - Site

Company Overview

Egis is a global leader in architecture, consulting, construction engineering, and mobility services focused on creating smart infrastructure and buildings that address climate challenges and promote sustainable territorial growth. Operating in 100 countries with 19,500 employees, Egis delivers innovative solutions and contributes to societal and environmental development worldwide.

In the Middle East, Egis employs 3,500 people across 8 countries and has completed more than 700 complex projects, advancing regional economic growth and quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis prioritizes sustainable development through strategic acquisitions and deep local knowledge, serving governments, investors, and developers with comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management expertise.

Job Role and Responsibilities

• Perform thorough daily inspections of all structural works on-site to ensure strict adherence to approved IFC drawings, shop drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Supervise contractor activities to ensure compliance with UAE regulatory standards and international construction guidelines.
• Detect and document deviations or non-conformances by issuing Site Observation Reports (SOR) and Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) with clear corrective recommendations.
• Review and validate inspection results related to concrete, reinforcement, formwork, structural steel, foundations, waterproofing interfaces, and other structural components.
• Collaborate with project engineers, architects, and specialists to resolve structural discrepancies and confirm appropriate remedial actions.
• Ensure contractors maintain accurate records of testing and quality assurance, including cube tests, Field Density Tests (FDT), plate load tests, and calibration certificates.
• Verify continuous adherence to approved method statements, Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), and QA/QC protocols.
• Provide prompt and clear guidance to contractors for resolving structural issues encountered on-site.
• Maintain comprehensive and organized inspection documentation, including photographic evidence and detailed compliance notes.
• Strictly enforce health and safety guidelines during all inspection tasks to protect all personnel involved.
• Utilize digital inspection platforms and QA/QC management systems for efficient documentation and project tracking.
• Communicate inspection outcomes effectively to stakeholders through detailed technical reports.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• At least 8 years of experience in structural site inspections within the UAE construction sector, preferably with consulting firms.
• In-depth knowledge of structural materials, workmanship quality, common defects, and deterioration mechanisms.
• Comprehensive understanding of UAE building codes, authority regulations, and international standards.
• Skilled in interpreting IFC drawings, shop drawings, specifications, ITPs, and method statements with high precision.
• Experienced in using standard inspection tools and coordinating site testing and documentation procedures.
• Strong analytical capabilities with keen attention to detail to detect non-conformances and report deviations accurately.
• Excellent technical writing skills for producing detailed and structured inspection reports.
• Proficiency in English communication, both verbal and written.
• Possession of a valid UAE driving license with the ability to travel between project locations.
• Physically able to access challenging structural areas, including confined or elevated sites.
• Dedicated to upholding health and safety practices, professional ethics, and quality standards.
• Adept at collaborating within multicultural teams and adaptable to diverse site conditions and weather.

Preferred Attributes

• Certifications related to site safety such as OSHA, NEBOSH, or equivalent.
• Experience in generating and handling Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) and Site Observation Reports (SOR).
• Familiarity with inspection software and digital documentation tools.
• Knowledge of concrete testing methods including cube tests, FDT, and plate load tests.
• Skills in photography and visual documentation for quality inspection records.
• Proficiency in Arabic language is an advantage.
• Availability to start employment immediately.

Additional Information

This position requires full-time presence on-site in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.