Structural Inspector ("Bridges and Highways")
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About the Role
CDM Smith seeks a Structural Inspector with 7+ years of experience in roads, bridges, and highways. The role involves daily site inspections, ensuring compliance with specifications and standards, and coordinating with contractors and consultants.
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Responsibilities
- Conduct daily site inspections of bridges, culverts, tunnels, foundations, and highway structures
- Ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, and QA/QC standards
- Review material submissions, reinforcement details, and shop drawings
- Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and client representatives for technical clarifications
- Maintain inspection records, NCRs, and daily reports
- Monitor contractor performance against HSE and safety protocols
- Support handover documentation and final inspections
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Minimum 7 years of experience in structural inspection of roads, bridges, and infrastructure projects
- Strong knowledge of international standards (AASHTO, ACI, BS, EN, ASTM)
- Prior experience with engineering consulting firms or construction supervision
- Proficiency in reading complex structural drawings and specifications
- Strong reporting and communication skills
- Immediate availability or short notice preferred
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Job Overview
- CDM Smith is hiring a Structural Inspector with at least 7 years of experience in roads, bridges, highways, and infrastructure projects.
- The role involves supervising and inspecting structural works to ensure compliance with project specifications, international standards, and client requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct daily site inspections of bridges, culverts, tunnels, foundations, and highway structures.
- Ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, and QA/QC standards.
- Review material submissions, reinforcement details, and shop drawings.
- Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and client representatives for technical clarifications.
- Maintain inspection records, NCRs, and daily reports.
- Monitor contractor performance against HSE and safety protocols.
- Support handover documentation and final inspections.
Mandatory Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Civil Engineering.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in structural inspection of roads, bridges, and infrastructure projects.
- Strong knowledge of international standards (AASHTO, ACI, BS, EN, ASTM).
- Prior experience with engineering consulting firms or construction supervision.
- Proficiency in reading complex structural drawings and specifications.
- Strong reporting and communication skills.
- Immediate availability or short notice preferred.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in government or municipal infrastructure projects.
- Knowledge of UAE local regulations (RTA, ADM, DMT).
- Strong problem solving and site coordination abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast paced, multi disciplinary environment.
Why Join Us
- Work with a leading engineering consulting and supervision team.
- Be part of iconic infrastructure and highway development projects.
- Grow professionally in a collaborative environment.
Salary Range
- 7000–8500 AED per month
Application Instructions
- Submit your CV, current salary, expected salary, and notice period to hr uae recruitment@cdmsmith.com.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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