Inspector - QA/QC (RAIL)

Job description

The QA/QC Inspector (Rail) is responsible for carrying out site inspection and surveillance of civil works to verify compliance with approved designs, specifications and quality requirements. The role ensures that materials and workmanship meet project and contractual quality standards prior to acceptance, and that non-conformances are identified, recorded and resolved in a timely and well-documented manner. Key Responsibilities Site Inspection & Surveillance Conduct daily inspections of civil works, including earthworks, concrete, structures, drainage and utilities. Carry out inspection and surveillance of civil works in accordance with approved Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), method statements and applicable hold/witness points. Verify materials and workmanship against approved drawings, specifications, project standards and applicable codes. Attend and witness testing activities (e.g., concrete cube testing, compaction/density testing, welding inspection) and verify results against acceptance criteria. Inspect earthworks (subgrade, embankment, compaction), concrete works (formwork, reinforcement, pours, curing), structures (bridges, culverts, retaining walls, buildings), drainage and utility works. Non-Conformances & Quality Records Raise and track non-conformance reports (NCRs) for work or materials that do not meet approved requirements, following through to close-out. Complete inspection checklists, daily quality reports and inspection request (IR) records for all inspected activities. Maintain accurate and complete quality records, photographs and supporting documentation for each inspection. Support the preparation of quality documentation and test/inspection packages for handover and close-out. Coordination & Compliance Liaise with contractor quality teams to coordinate inspection requests, hold/witness points and inspection scheduling. Coordinate with the design/engineering team on non-conformances, technical queries and any deviations requiring clarification or approval. Support internal and external quality audits and inspections, providing records and evidence as required. Report inspection findings, quality trends and recurring issues to the QA/QC Manager, escalating significant quality concerns promptly. Ensure compliance with the project Quality Management Plan, applicable codes/standards and contractual quality requirements at all times. Promote a quality-first culture on site and support contractor personnel in understanding and meeting quality requirements. Minimum Qualifications & Experience The following are the mandatory minimum requirements for this position: Minimum of five (5) years’ inspection or site supervision experience. Knowledge of construction quality procedures. Middle East / UAE experience is highly advantageous. Rail experience is preferable. University degree, or demonstrated equivalent experience in civil engineering / inspection. At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, 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 is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 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