Senior Site Inspector

Skilled Trades & Manual Labor
United Arab Emirates 🇦🇪
October 2, 2023

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Job Description

SNC Lavalin’s Atkins business is one of the largest multidisciplinary, multi sector engineering design consultancies in the world and is part of the SNC Lavalin Group.

As one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies with a leading track record in the defence sector, Atkins are ideally placed to respond to this market. We have a broad establishment and proud, 50 year history throughout the Middle East region.

We provide a full range of design, engineering and project management services for buildings, transportation and other infrastructure programmes.

Acquired by SNC Lavalin in 2017, we also have an extensive depth of geographic exposure across 50 countries and breadth of 53,000 experts. As one of the largest engineering consultants, we have access to 17,000 staff in the Middle East making us one of the largest multidisciplinary consultancies in the region

Job Title: Senior Site Inspector

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Description: As a Senior Site Inspector in Abu Dhabi, your primary responsibility will be to oversee and ensure the quality and compliance of construction projects within the assigned area. You will be responsible for conducting inspections, reviewing construction plans, and monitoring the progress of projects to ensure adherence to regulations and standards. Your role will involve coordinating with contractors, project managers, and other stakeholders to address any issues or concerns that may arise during the construction process.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct regular inspections of construction sites to assess compliance with design specifications, safety regulations, and quality standards.Review construction plans, drawings, and specifications to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable codes and regulations.Monitor construction progress, including the sequencing of activities, materials used, and workmanship, to identify any deviations or potential issues.Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and engineers to address construction-related concerns, resolve conflicts, and ensure timely completion of projects.Document and report findings from inspections, including non-compliance issues, safety hazards, and corrective actions taken.Conduct site visits to verify that corrective actions have been implemented and compliance has been achieved.Provide technical guidance and support to junior site inspectors and other project team members.Stay updated with industry best practices, codes, regulations, and emerging trends in construction inspection.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

  • Proven experience (typically 8+ years) as a site inspector, preferably in large-scale construction projects.

  • In-depth knowledge of construction methods, materials, and safety regulations.

  • Familiarity with local building codes and regulations in Abu Dhabi.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve construction-related issues.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

  • Proficient in using construction inspection tools, software, and technologies.

  • Attention to detail and ability to work independently while adhering to deadlines.

Note: This job description is a general overview and may be subject to change based on the specific requirements of the project.

Equal Opportunities Statement

SNC-Lavalin is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented;

Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice;

Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues and customers are treated equally and with respect;

Ensuring that the workplace is an environment free from discrimination, harassment, victimisation and bullying regardless of an individual’s gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement;

Making all decisions relating to recruitment, selection or promotion according to the employees’ ability.

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