Landscape Inspector (O&M)

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible. Job Description: Landscape Inspector - Operation & Maintenance Abu Dhabi Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Landscape Inspector to join our team! In this role you will get to inspect site conditions to ensure suitability for the designed landscape work and give practical advice on constructional matters. What You'll Be Doing: - Ensure that all construction works related to soft and hard landscaping are performed in strict accordance with the plans and specifications. - Maintain a detailed diary of the day’s work activities, issues, work approved or rejected, hours of operation, labor and equipment used, etc., and sign at the end of each day. - Interface with the public, especially residents and business owners adjacent to the work, to mitigate the construction impacts. - Coordinate with the Contractor’s foreman in charge of the work daily to check on the proper execution of the work. - Coordinate with the Materials Technician and arrange for sampling and testing of satisfactorily completed work, and quality assurance testing of suspect materials. - Report questionable methods of operation by the Contractor to the Resident Engineer. - Report to the Resident Engineer any failure of the Contractor to conform to plans and specifications and to provide good workmanship. - Process the joint measurement forms and maintain records of their status. - Maintain records of completed works for interim and final payment and as- built plans. - Maintain detailed records of work performed by the contractor on a Day Works basis. - Make special notes and document the Contractor’s activities that may lead to claims. - Be fair and firm in dealings with the Contractor. Consider alternatives and consequences carefully before making decisions. - Issue instructions to the Foreman in charge of the work and do not argue with the Contractor or his representatives. - Notify the Resident Engineer of conditions that render it impractical or unreasonable to enforce the specifications. - Report and document any accident that occurs on site and notify the Resident Engineer immediately. - Enforce performance of the work in strict accordance with the approved Safety Plan. - Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate. What Required Skills You'll Bring: - Bachelor Degree in Landscape / Agriculture Engineering or equivalent. Equivalency certificate issued from Ministry of Education- UAE is mandatory. - Minimum of 4+ years of demonstrable experience in all aspects of landscaping/irrigation related to operations & maintenance of public realms. - He must possess the ability to read working drawings and related specifications, and capable of enforcing such specifications. - Experience working on ADM (Abu Dhabi Municipality) project is preferred. What Desired Skills You'll Bring: - Must be fully computer literate and able to utilize computer technology to access and maintain records, generate reports, etc. - Good written and oral communication, and interpersonal skills, as well as a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with project team. - ADM approval as Landscape Inspector is an advantage Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY! Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.

Bachelor Degree in Landscape / Agriculture Engineering or equivalent. Equivalency certificate issued from Ministry of Education- UAE is mandatory. Minimum of 4+ years of demonstrable experience in all aspects of landscaping/irrigation related to operations & maintenance of public realms.

Ensure that all construction works related to soft and hard landscaping are performed in strict accordance with the plans and specifications. Maintain a detailed diary of the day’s work activities, issues, work approved or rejected, hours of operation, labor and equipment used, etc., and sign at the end of each day. Interface with the public, especially residents and business owners adjacent to the work, to mitigate the construction impacts. Coordinate with the Contractor’s foreman in charge of the work daily to check on the proper execution of the work. Coordinate with the Materials Technician and arrange for sampling and testing of satisfactorily completed work, and quality assurance testing of suspect materials. Report questionable methods of operation by the Contractor to the Resident Engineer. Report to the Resident Engineer any failure of the Contractor to conform to plans and specifications and to provide good workmanship. Process the joint measurement forms and maintain records of their status. Maintain records of completed works for interim and final payment and as-built plans. Maintain detailed records of work performed by the contractor on a Day Works basis. Make special notes and document the Contractor’s activities that may lead to claims. Be fair and firm in dealings with the Contractor. Consider alternatives and consequences carefully before making decisions. Issue instructions to the Foreman in charge of the work and do not argue with the Contractor or his representatives. Notify the Resident Engineer of conditions that render it impractical or unreasonable to enforce the specifications. Report and document any accident that occurs on site and notify the Resident Engineer immediately. Enforce performance of the work in strict accordance with the approved Safety Plan. Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.