PMC Civil Inspector

Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced PMC Civil Inspector with extensive experience in the oil and Gas industry for ADNOC Onshore client to be based in Abu Dhabi within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business.

Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be based at onshore site in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

The Role

To inspect, monitor, and verify all civil and structural construction activities during project execution, ensuring compliance with ADNOC standards, project specifications, approved procedures, quality plans, and HSE requirements.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.

We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory.

Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector

• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business

• Competitive renumeration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market

• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment

• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover

• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit

• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company

• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ services of our employees at 5 - year service milestones

• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests

• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field

Responsibilities

• Inspect civil construction activities including:
  • Earthworks and excavation
  • Backfilling and compaction
  • Foundations
  • Reinforcement installation
  • Formwork
  • Concrete pouring and curing
  • Structural steel foundations
  • Grouting
  • Roads and paving
  • Underground utilities
  • Drainage systems
• Verify contractor work complies with:
  • Approved drawings
  • IFC drawings
  • Method Statements
  • Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
  • ADNOC standards
  • International codes (ACI, ASTM, BS, ISO)
• Witness inspections and material testing including:
  • Soil compaction tests
  • Concrete slump tests
  • Cube compressive strength tests
  • Rebar inspections
  • Survey checks
• Review and approve Request for Inspection (RFI) submitted by the contractor.
• Identify non-conforming work and raise NCRs or observations where necessary.
• Monitor corrective actions until close-out.
• Ensure work is executed safely in accordance with ADNOC HSE requirements and Permit-to-Work (PTW) procedures.
• Coordinate with construction engineers, QA/QC engineers, surveyors, and HSE personnel.
• Maintain daily inspection reports, punch lists, and progress records.
• Participate in site walkdowns, pre-commissioning inspections, and final acceptance inspections.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of:
  • ADNOC Standards and Specifications
  • Civil construction procedures
  • Concrete technology
  • Structural foundations
  • Underground utilities
  • Inspection and testing requirements
• Ability to read:
  • Civil drawings
  • Structural drawings
  • Specifications
  • ITPs
  • Method statements
• Familiarity with:
  • ACI
  • ASTM
  • BS
  • ISO standards
  • PTW system
  • Quality documentation
  • Microsoft Office

HSE Responsibilities

• Ensure all work complies with ADNOC HSE rules.
• Verify permits are available before inspection.
• Stop unsafe work when necessary.
• Participate in toolbox talks and safety audits.
• Promote a zero-incident culture.

Documentation

• Daily Inspection Reports
• Request for Inspection (RFI) records
• Inspection Checklists
• Non-Conformance Reports (NCR)
• Site Observation Reports (SOR)
• Material Inspection Reports (MIR)
• Punch Lists
• Weekly and Monthly Progress Reports
• Certifications
• ADNOC Approval (if applicable)
• CSWIP or equivalent inspection certification (advantageous)
• ISO 9001 Quality Awareness
• H2S Certification
• Permit to Work (PTW)
• First Aid and Fire Safety (preferred for site personnel)

Key Competencies

• Civil construction inspection
• QA/QC knowledge
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving
• Communication and reporting
• Team coordination
• Time management
• Commitment to safety and quality

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of civil inspection experience in oil & gas or industrial construction.
• Previous ADNOC Onshore or major Middle East oil & gas project experience is highly preferred.
• Experience working in a PMC or consultant role is an advantage.