Inspector - Civil Structure and Tunnels Surveyor
Posted date [2026-09-26]
(ID: 52576)
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Job Description and Requirements
Inspector - Civil Structure and Tunnels SurveyorJob Snapshot
Role: Inspector - Civil Structure and Tunnels Surveyor
Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Surveying
Experience: Minimum 5 years
Job Type: Full Time
Position Overview
AECOM is seeking an Inspector - Civil Structure and Tunnels Surveyor in Dubai, UAE to verify construction surveying activities across civil, structural, tunnel and rail-related works. Acting on behalf of the Engineer, the role focuses on setting-out, alignment, levels, coordinates, dimensional accuracy and as-built survey data to confirm that construction complies with approved drawings, survey controls, specifications and project requirements. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant surveying or inspection experience, with a proven track record on large-scale rail construction projects.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Surveying
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Survey Inspection Responsibilities
The Inspector
will provide construction-stage survey verification and maintain clear records of site observations, measurements, discrepancies and completed works. The assignment requires careful coordination with contractors and project teams to identify dimensional or alignment issues before they affect construction quality or project delivery.
- Verify and produce survey inspection reports.
- Review setting-out verification records.
- Verify control points and benchmark reports.
- Check levels, coordinates and alignment records.
- Review dimensional accuracy reports against approved project requirements.
- Verify as-built survey records and supporting information.
- Prepare survey discrepancy and deviation reports.
- Produce daily site survey observation reports and records.
- Review survey-related inspection requests.
- Verify survey activity logs.
- Prepare records supporting construction progress measurement.
- Produce interface and coordination verification notes.
- Prepare final as-built verification reports.
- Verify and produce survey documentation required for handover and project closeout.
Experience and Qualifications
- Diploma in Civil Engineering.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in construction surveying, site inspection or engineering survey works.
- Experience may include large buildings, civil infrastructure, transportation, tunnels and utility projects.
- Proven track record of working on large-scale rail construction projects.
- Previous experience working with consultants, PMCs or supervision teams is preferred.
Knowledge and Skills
Accuracy and consistency are central to this position. The Inspector should be capable of identifying dimensional and alignment discrepancies, completing inspections and reporting promptly, and coordinating effectively with contractors and project teams.
The role requires comprehensive knowledge of relevant industry practices, standards and regulations, together with strong communication skills and the ability to verify that construction is executed in accordance with approved drawings, established survey controls and project requirements.
Construction Survey Focus
The position covers survey verification throughout active construction, including setting-out, control points, benchmarks, levels, alignment, dimensional checks and final as-built information. Survey findings and deviations must be clearly documented to support inspection, progress measurement, coordination, handover and closeout activities.
Recruitment and Onboarding
Newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
About AECOM
AECOM is a global infrastructure professional services firm working across transportation, water, environment, energy and buildings. Its services extend from advisory, planning, design and engineering through program and construction management. AECOM reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025 and has a global workforce of more than 50,000 professionals.
- Verify and produce survey inspection reports.
- Review setting-out verification records.
- Verify control points and benchmark reports.
- Check levels, coordinates and alignment records.
- Review dimensional accuracy reports against approved project requirements.
- Verify as-built survey records and supporting information.
- Prepare survey discrepancy and deviation reports.
- Produce daily site survey observation reports and records.
- Review survey-related inspection requests.
- Verify survey activity logs.
- Prepare records supporting construction progress measurement.
- Produce interface and coordination verification notes.
- Prepare final as-built verification reports.
- Verify and produce survey documentation required for handover and project closeout.
Experience and Qualifications
- Diploma in Civil Engineering.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in construction surveying, site inspection or engineering survey works.
- Experience may include large buildings, civil infrastructure, transportation, tunnels and utility projects.
- Proven track record of working on large-scale rail construction projects.
- Previous experience working with consultants, PMCs or supervision teams is preferred.
Knowledge and Skills
Accuracy and consistency are central to this position. The Inspector should be capable of identifying dimensional and alignment discrepancies, completing inspections and reporting promptly, and coordinating effectively with contractors and project teams.
The role requires comprehensive knowledge of relevant industry practices, standards and regulations, together with strong communication skills and the ability to verify that construction is executed in accordance with approved drawings, established survey controls and project requirements.
Construction Survey Focus
The position covers survey verification throughout active construction, including setting-out, control points, benchmarks, levels, alignment, dimensional checks and final as-built information. Survey findings and deviations must be clearly documented to support inspection, progress measurement, coordination, handover and closeout activities.
Recruitment and Onboarding
Newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
About AECOM
AECOM is a global infrastructure professional services firm working across transportation, water, environment, energy and buildings. Its services extend from advisory, planning, design and engineering through program and construction management. AECOM reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025 and has a global workforce of more than 50,000 professionals.
