Structural Inspector - Building Construction

Structural Inspector
- Building Construction Job Snapshot Role:
Structural Inspector
- Building Construction

Location:

Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates Industry: Construction Function:
Building-Construction Inspection

Experience:

Minimum 8 years Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview Structural Inspector
- Building Construction in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates is a Construction opportunity for an experienced inspection professional specializing in structural works, construction quality assurance and building code compliance. AECOM is hiring a Structural Inspector to examine critical building elements, verify materials and workmanship, document construction deficiencies and help ensure structural activities comply with approved drawings, project specifications and applicable UAE requirements.

Job Details Country:
United Arab Emirates City:
Abu Dhabi Emirate Industry: Construction Function:
Building-Construction Inspection Salary:
Not disclosed Gender: Any Candidate Nationality:
Any Job Type: Full-time

The Structural Inspector provides independent site verification throughout key stages of building construction, from foundations and primary structural works through framing and completion. The role focuses on confirming that structural components are installed correctly and that construction methods, materials and workmanship remain consistent with approved technical requirements. Early identification of structural deficiencies can prevent costly rework and reduce risks during subsequent construction stages.

The inspector therefore serves as an important link between engineering requirements and physical site execution, maintaining traceable records while coordinating corrective actions with contractors, engineers and project management teams.

• Inspect structural construction activities at foundation, framing and subsequent building stages.
• Verify site execution against approved structural drawings, specifications and applicable construction requirements.
• Check compliance with UAE building codes, relevant international standards and project quality procedures.
• Examine structural elements and construction methods for defects, deviations and potential technical concerns.
• Inspect reinforcing steel, concrete-related works and other applicable structural components within assigned areas.
• Confirm that materials incorporated into structural works meet approved specifications and quality requirements.
• Assess workmanship and identify construction activities that require correction before subsequent works proceed.
• Carry out site measurements and physical assessments using appropriate inspection tools and techniques.
• Record inspection observations through clear technical notes, photographs and supporting documentation.
• Prepare structured inspection reports detailing findings, deficiencies and recommended corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate registers of inspections, test results, compliance records and closed observations.
• Communicate structural inspection findings to project managers, engineers, contractors and other relevant parties.
• Investigate construction discrepancies and coordinate with responsible teams to determine practical corrective measures.
• Follow outstanding deficiencies through remediation and verify completed corrective work where required.
• Monitor structural construction activities for adherence to established safety requirements during inspection work.
• Support quality assurance activities by maintaining consistent inspection criteria across assigned project areas.
• Coordinate inspection priorities with project teams to minimize disruption to construction progress.
• Escalate significant structural or safety concerns through the appropriate project reporting channels.
• Maintain organized and retrievable documentation to support project audits, quality reviews and eventual handover.

Candidates should have at least 8 years of professional experience in structural inspection, construction quality assurance or a closely related building construction discipline. A diploma or bachelor 's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a relevant technical field is required. The successful candidate should be capable of interpreting structural drawings, specifications and construction documentation and applying those requirements during physical site inspections.

Practical knowledge of foundations, structural framing, construction materials, workmanship assessment and inspection…