Inspector - Structural (Steel)
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About the Role
AECOM is seeking an experienced Structural Steel Inspector for industrial and steel structure projects in Abu Dhabi. The role involves inspecting steel erection, welding, bolting, coatings, and material compliance, as well as coordinating with engineering and contractor teams.
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Responsibilities
- Inspect steel erection, alignment, and fit up for frames, trusses, bracing, platforms, and miscellaneous metal works against approved drawings and tolerances.
- Verify welding processes, welder qualifications, WPS/PQR compliance, preheat/interpass temperatures, and carry out visual weld inspection; coordinate NDT (UT, MT, PT, RT) with third parties and review reports.
- Check high strength bolting: bolt grades, storage/handling, installation methods (TC/SNUG/turn of nut), torque/tension verification, and calibration certificates.
- Review and witness surface preparation and protective coatings: cleanliness (e.g., SSPC/ISO), DFT measurements, curing, and holiday testing where applicable.
- Confirm material compliance: mill certificates, heat numbers, traceability, and correct section sizes/grades; verify shop/erection marks and traceability logs.
- Monitor dimensional tolerances and geometry: plumb, level, camber, sweep, and gaps; verify setting out, base plate levels, grout, shims, and anchor bolt installation/tensioning.
- Review and implement ITPs, method statements, shop/erection drawings, and manufacturer technical data; raise queries for discrepancies.
- Conduct surveillance and hold point inspections; issue and track IRs, MIRs, NCRs, and corrective actions to closure.
- Maintain daily site diaries, inspection checklists, photo records, redlines, and weekly progress/quality summaries.
- Coordinate with the Resident Engineer, Structural Engineer, QA/QC, HSE, and Contractor teams to resolve site issues promptly.
- Support lifting and installation activities: verify rigging plans, temporary works stability, and safe sequencing of erection.
- Verify fireproofing interfaces to steel (where applicable): surface readiness, adhesion tests, and compatibility with coatings.
Requirements
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
- Minimum 7–10 years of inspection experience on industrial, manufacturing, logistics, warehouse, or steel structure projects
- Strong experience in structural steel fabrication and erection inspection
- Experience in precast concrete installation and reinforced concrete foundation works
- Experience in building envelope systems, cladding, roofing, and waterproofing inspections
- Familiarity with QA/QC procedures, ITPs, NCR management, and material inspections
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Company Description
- AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies.
- We are a global team of over 50,000 professionals delivering projects that create positive impact worldwide.
Job Description
- Inspect steel erection, alignment, and fit up for frames, trusses, bracing, platforms, and miscellaneous metal works against approved drawings and tolerances.
- Verify welding processes, welder qualifications, WPS/PQR compliance, preheat/interpass temperatures, and carry out visual weld inspection; coordinate NDT (UT, MT, PT, RT) with third parties and review reports.
- Check high strength bolting: bolt grades, storage/handling, installation methods (TC/SNUG/turn of nut), torque/tension verification, and calibration certificates.
- Review and witness surface preparation and protective coatings: cleanliness (e.g., SSPC/ISO), DFT measurements, curing, and holiday testing where applicable.
- Confirm material compliance: mill certificates, heat numbers, traceability, and correct section sizes/grades; verify shop/erection marks and traceability logs.
- Monitor dimensional tolerances and geometry: plumb, level, camber, sweep, and gaps; verify setting out, base plate levels, grout, shims, and anchor bolt installation/tensioning.
- Review and implement ITPs, method statements, shop/erection drawings, and manufacturer technical data; raise queries for discrepancies.
- Conduct surveillance and hold point inspections; issue and track IRs, MIRs, NCRs, and corrective actions to closure.
- Maintain daily site diaries, inspection checklists, photo records, redlines, and weekly progress/quality summaries.
- Coordinate with the Resident Engineer, Structural Engineer, QA/QC, HSE, and Contractor teams to resolve site issues promptly.
- Support lifting and installation activities: verify rigging plans, temporary works stability, and safe sequencing of erection.
- Verify fireproofing interfaces to steel (where applicable): surface readiness, adhesion tests, and compatibility with coatings.
Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
- Minimum 7–10 years of inspection experience on industrial, manufacturing, logistics, warehouse, or steel structure projects.
- Strong experience in structural steel fabrication and erection inspection.
- Experience in precast concrete installation and reinforced concrete foundation works.
- Experience in building envelope systems, cladding, roofing, and waterproofing inspections.
- Familiarity with QA/QC procedures, ITPs, NCR management, and material inspections.
Additional Information
- All 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 offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, paid time off, leaves, voluntary benefits, flexible work options, well being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and empl
- AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025, providing professional services in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings.
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