Structural QA/QC Engineer

About the role

Requirements

• Quality Oversight & Site Supervision
• - Monitor and inspect structural works on-site, including excavation, foundations, concrete works, reinforcement, structural steel, and related activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings and specifications.
• - Review and verify contractor Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), method statements, quality control procedures, and checklists related to structural works.
• - Witness and verify field and laboratory testing activities, including concrete slump tests, compressive strength tests, reinforcement inspections, weld inspections, and other structural quality tests.
• - Conduct routine surveillance inspections and identify any non-conformities, deviations, or workmanship issues.
• Documentation & Reporting
• - Review QA/QC documentation submitted by contractors, including MIRs, WIRs, NCRs, test reports, inspection records, and as-built drawings.
• - Maintain accurate quality records, inspection reports, and daily site observations related to structural activities.
• - Prepare and submit quality status reports highlighting project compliance, quality concerns, and corrective actions.
• - Participate in QA/QC meetings, progress meetings, and site inspections with contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Coordination & Compliance
• - Coordinate with contractors, consultants, subcontractors, and the client project team to ensure compliance with project quality requirements.
• - Ensure all structural works comply with approved designs, project specifications, local authority requirements, and relevant international standards.
• - Support the resolution of structural quality issues through technical reviews and coordination with the engineering team.
• - Verify compliance with applicable codes and standards such as ACI, ASTM, BS, Eurocodes, and UAE regulations.
• Corrective & Preventive Actions
• - Review and follow up on Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and ensure timely implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• - Identify potential quality risks and proactively recommend mitigation measures to the Project Manager and QA/QC Manager.
• - Monitor close-out of quality observations and ensure all corrective actions are effectively implemented.
• Qualifications & Experience
• - Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
• - Minimum 6–10 years of relevant QA/QC experience in building construction projects, with at least 3–5 years focused on structural works.
• - Strong experience in reinforced concrete structures, structural steel works, foundations, and associated construction activities.
• - Sound knowledge of structural inspection procedures, testing requirements, and quality control systems.
• - Familiarity with international construction standards and local UAE regulations.
• - Knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems is preferred.
• - Certification such as CSWIP, BGAS, Lead Auditor, or other QA/QC-related qualifications will be an added advantage.
• - Excellent technical reporting, communication, and coordination skills.
• - Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and commitment to quality excellence.

Responsibilities

• Quality Oversight & Site Supervision of structural works on-site across excavation, foundations, concrete works, reinforcement, structural steel, and related activities.
• - Review and verify ITPs, method statements, QC procedures, and checklists for structural works.
• - Witness and verify field and lab testing (concrete slump, compressive strength, reinforcement, weld inspections).
• - Conduct routine surveillance inspections and address non-conformities and workmanship issues.
• Documentation & Reporting
• - Review and maintain QA/QC documentation: MIRs, WIRs, NCRs, test reports, inspection records, as-built drawings.
• - Prepare quality status reports and participate in QA/QC/progress/site meetings with stakeholders.
• Coordination & Compliance
• - Coordinate with contractors, consultants, subcontractors, and client team to ensure quality compliance.
• - Ensure adherence to approved designs, project specs, local authority requirements, and international standards.
• - Facilitate technical reviews to resolve structural quality issues with the engineering team.
• - Verify compliance with codes/standards including ACI, ASTM, BS, Eurocodes, and UAE regulations.
• Corrective & Preventive Actions
• - Manage NCRs and ensure timely corrective/preventive actions.
• - Identify quality risks and recommend mitigations to senior project stakeholders.
• - Ensure close-out of quality observations and effective implementation of actions.

Skills

• Concrete slump tests
• Compressive strength tests
• Reinforcement inspections
• Weld inspections
• Structural QA/QC
• Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)
• Method statements
• Quality control procedures
• Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs)
• As-built drawings
• A broader understanding of ACI, ASTM, BS, Eurocodes
• ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems (familiarity)