Material Inspector

Roles and responsibilities

Material Inspection and Testing:

• Conduct inspections of construction materials, including concrete, steel, asphalt, and aggregates, to ensure compliance with project specifications and standards.
• Perform field and laboratory tests on construction materials to verify their quality and properties.
• Document and report test results accurately, and maintain detailed records of material inspections and tests.

Quality Assurance and Control:

• Monitor the quality and consistency of construction materials delivered to project sites.
• Identify any defects or non-conformities in materials and coordinate with suppliers and contractors to address them.
• Ensure that materials meet required standards and specifications before they are incorporated into construction works.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Prepare and submit regular inspection reports documenting material inspection and testing activities.
• Maintain accurate records of material certifications, test reports, and other relevant documentation.
• Communicate any issues or concerns related to materials to project managers and stakeholders.

Coordination and Communication:

• Coordinate with project teams, suppliers, and contractors to ensure timely delivery and inspection of construction materials.
• Communicate material requirements and specifications to suppliers and contractors, and provide guidance on quality expectations.
• Participate in project meetings to provide updates on material inspection and testing activities.

Compliance and Safety:

• Ensure all material inspection and testing activities comply with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Promote a culture of safety and compliance among project teams and contractors.
• Conduct safety inspections and audits of material storage and handling facilities as needed.

Desired candidate profile

• Ensure all material inspection and testing activities comply with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Promote a culture of safety and compliance among project teams and contractors.
• Conduct safety inspections and audits of material storage and handling facilities as needed.

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of recent experience as a Material Inspector with construction consultants on utilities projects in Abu Dhabi.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, testing methods, and standards.
• Experience with field and laboratory testing of construction materials.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications in material testing (e.g., ACI, ASTM) are highly desirable.