Structural Inspector - Civil Structures
Posted date [2026-10-04]
(ID: 52972)
Job Description and Requirements
Structural Inspector - Civil StructuresJob Snapshot
Role: Structural Inspector
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Building-Construction Inspection
Experience: Minimum 5+ years
Job Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Parsons Corporation is seeking a Structural Inspector in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to supervise and inspect structural construction works and verify compliance with contract specifications, approved plans, project requirements, and applicable industry standards. The role involves field inspection, material verification, quantity checks, construction reporting, nonconformance documentation, quality control support, and coordination with surveying and material testing teams.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Building-Construction Inspection
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
What You\'ll Be Doing
- Conduct structural inspections to verify that construction activities comply with contract specifications.
- Inspect demolition activities involving structural elements and monitor subsequent structural construction works.
- Inspect structures including
reservoirs, lifting stations, landscaping structures, lagoons, swimming pools, substations, retaining walls, tunnels, bridges, and associated works.
- Verify that only approved materials are incorporated into construction activities.
- Maintain project files, quantity calculations, daily diaries, and supporting inspection records.
- Prepare daily inspection reports and other documentation required by the contract.
- Conduct labor compliance interviews and maintain as-built plans.
- Identify potential conflicts, construction issues, and problems, evaluate possible solutions, and advise the supervisor.
- Collect, review, and file Certificates of Compliance, Safety Data Sheets, inspection tags, and other material-related information.
- Record installed quantities to support verification of payment applications and change-order works.
- Coordinate subconsultant activities involving surveying and material testing.
- Assist with the development of job safety practices and related reports.
- Support the preparation of quality control procedures and reports.
- Respond to project-site call-backs when required during emergencies.
- Document nonconforming work and participate in determining appropriate resolutions when required.
- Provide technical guidance to lower-level inspectors when assigned.
- Perform inspection activities safely while maintaining awareness of public safety.
- Carry out other responsibilities associated with the position when appropriate.
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Diploma or bachelor\'s degree in Civil Engineering, a related field, or equivalent qualification.
- Minimum 5+ years of regional experience working as a Structural Inspector.
- Knowledge of public works contracts and construction-related processes.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
- Effective mathematical skills, including knowledge of engineering calculations, graphs, and charts.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, project management software, and internet search tools.
- Ability to understand and comply with applicable client requirements and industry standards.
- Effective site diary and reporting skills.
- Knowledge of English grammar and written composition.
- Understanding of construction scheduling.
- Ability to review progress payment estimates and extra-work bills.
- Ability to identify hazardous working conditions and take appropriate action.
- Effective time-management skills and the ability to prepare proactively for assigned work.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a team and dynamic project environment.
- Sound judgement and the ability to work constructively with others.
Desired Qualifications
- Relevant authority certifications or approvals are considered an advantage.
- HSE training is advantageous.
- Construction safety training, including 10 hours of OSHA training, is preferred.
Role Focus
The Structural Inspector provides direct field oversight of structural works while maintaining the inspection and construction records required for quality and contract administration. The position supports accurate verification of materials, installed quantities, as-built information, testing activities, nonconforming work, and site safety conditions throughout project execution.
About Parsons
Parsons Corporation delivers professional services across infrastructure and complex engineering projects. This Dubai-based position supports structural construction supervision through field inspections, material compliance verification, quality documentation, quantity checks, and coordination with project teams.
- Verify that only approved materials are incorporated into construction activities.
- Maintain project files, quantity calculations, daily diaries, and supporting inspection records.
- Prepare daily inspection reports and other documentation required by the contract.
- Conduct labor compliance interviews and maintain as-built plans.
- Identify potential conflicts, construction issues, and problems, evaluate possible solutions, and advise the supervisor.
- Collect, review, and file Certificates of Compliance, Safety Data Sheets, inspection tags, and other material-related information.
- Record installed quantities to support verification of payment applications and change-order works.
- Coordinate subconsultant activities involving surveying and material testing.
- Assist with the development of job safety practices and related reports.
- Support the preparation of quality control procedures and reports.
- Respond to project-site call-backs when required during emergencies.
- Document nonconforming work and participate in determining appropriate resolutions when required.
- Provide technical guidance to lower-level inspectors when assigned.
- Perform inspection activities safely while maintaining awareness of public safety.
- Carry out other responsibilities associated with the position when appropriate.
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Diploma or bachelor\'s degree in Civil Engineering, a related field, or equivalent qualification.
- Minimum 5+ years of regional experience working as a Structural Inspector.
- Knowledge of public works contracts and construction-related processes.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
- Effective mathematical skills, including knowledge of engineering calculations, graphs, and charts.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, project management software, and internet search tools.
- Ability to understand and comply with applicable client requirements and industry standards.
- Effective site diary and reporting skills.
- Knowledge of English grammar and written composition.
- Understanding of construction scheduling.
- Ability to review progress payment estimates and extra-work bills.
- Ability to identify hazardous working conditions and take appropriate action.
- Effective time-management skills and the ability to prepare proactively for assigned work.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a team and dynamic project environment.
- Sound judgement and the ability to work constructively with others.
Desired Qualifications
- Relevant authority certifications or approvals are considered an advantage.
- HSE training is advantageous.
- Construction safety training, including 10 hours of OSHA training, is preferred.
Role Focus
The Structural Inspector provides direct field oversight of structural works while maintaining the inspection and construction records required for quality and contract administration. The position supports accurate verification of materials, installed quantities, as-built information, testing activities, nonconforming work, and site safety conditions throughout project execution.
About Parsons
Parsons Corporation delivers professional services across infrastructure and complex engineering projects. This Dubai-based position supports structural construction supervision through field inspections, material compliance verification, quality documentation, quantity checks, and coordination with project teams.
