Civil Infrastructure Inspector (Roads and Utilities)

CompetenciesQualificationsBusiness DevelopmentProject RoleCompany RoleInspector FunctionQHSE Responsibilities

Qualifications

• University degree or diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Consultancy experience is an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 years' site inspection experience in roads and utilities (wet & dry), preferably in the GCC.
• Able to read and interpret drawings, specifications, ITPs and test results; working knowledge of authority inspection requirements.
• Basic site safety qualification (OSHA 30 hrs / NEBOSH IGC) preferred.

Business Development

Starting to develop network of contacts.

Be an ambassador for the Company.

Project Role

• Attend and document inspections through IRs and checklists; process IRs and maintain records of their status.
• Inspect works as per approved method statements and ITPs; carry out inspections, issue NCNs and sign off installations.
• Report immediately to the ARE / RE any non-conformance, poor workmanship or questionable Contractor methods.
• Check delivered materials against approved submittals and storage requirements; witness on-site tests and coordinate sampling and testing with other inspectors.
• Coordinate daily with the Contractor's site engineers on proper execution of the work.
• Inspect earthworks, subgrade, sub-base, base course, asphalt, kerbs, footpaths, paving, markings and signage; witness density, plate load and asphalt tests.
• Check layer thickness, levels and compaction before the next layer is placed; coordinate with the Surveyors on line and grade.
• Inspect trenching, bedding, pipe laying, jointing, gradients, invert levels, manholes, chambers, valves and thrust blocks; verify pipe class and markings.
• Witness pressure, leakage and infiltration tests, flushing, disinfection, CCTV and deflection tests, and record results.
• Inspect duct banks, depth, spacing, encasement, warning tapes, manholes and pull pits; witness mandrel / proving tests and check separation from other services.
• Inspect civil works for substations, RMUs, street lighting foundations and telecom chambers.
• Maintain a signed daily diary (work done, approved / rejected, labour, equipment, daywork records), photographic records and clear inspection reports.
• Photograph and record the condition of existing properties and services; interface with the public and adjacent stakeholders to mitigate construction impacts.
• Observe site safety practices (excavation, traffic management, live utilities) and report concerns and incidents immediately; perform other duties assigned by the Site Engineer, ARE or RE.

Company Role

• Have an understanding of our Business plan, mission statement and key challenges.
• Contribute to the development of company procedures by taking an active role in task groups.
• Attend team meetings and play an active role in the development of procedures within your team.
• Review and comment on company procedures using the feedback system.
• Applying policies relating to health & safety, quality and training

Inspector Function

• Be aware of the design philosophy and engineering principals for the project. Receive a comprehensive briefing from the project engineer before starting on site.
• Have an understanding of the buildability aspects and construction techniques applicable for the project.
• Carry out a cross reference check of all documents including specifications and drawings and bar bending schedules (if applicable).
• Assist the design team with the coordination of the engineering particularly when it applies to site matters.

QHSE Responsibilities

• Understand, implement and follow 9E QHSE policies.
• Implement and coordinate QHSE procedures in your workplace.
• Comply with local regulatory authority guidelines and laws pertaining to QHSE.
• Report any QHSE incidents immediately to 9E QHSE Dept. and to legal authorities if required.
• Abide Client/Contractor QHSE requirements and acquire site induction before mobilizing at sites.