Quality Inspector (Structural)

Responsibilities

• Drawing, Specification & ITP Review Review approved IFC drawings, structural specifications, method statements, ITPs, checklists and relevant project quality procedures.
• Identify applicable inspection stages, hold points, witness points and acceptance criteria.
• Verify that the latest approved drawings and documents are available at the work location before commencing inspection.
• Ensure inspection activities comply with project specifications, ADNOC requirements and applicable international standards.
• Structural & Civil Inspection Conduct inspection of structural and civil works including: Foundations, pile caps and pedestals.
• Reinforced concrete structures and equipment foundations.
• Reinforcement installation and fixing.
• Formwork, shuttering, alignment, levels and dimensions.
• Embedded plates, anchor bolts, sleeves, inserts and other embedded items.
• Concrete pouring, placement, vibration, finishing and curing.
• Steel columns, beams, pipe racks, platforms, ladders, stairs and handrails.
• Structural steel alignment, level, plumbness and connection arrangements.
• Bolted and welded structural connections in coordination with the relevant welding/NDT personnel.
• Grouting and associated structural activities.
• Reinforcement & Concrete Inspection Verify reinforcement diameter, spacing, lap length, anchorage, development length, cover, supports and cleanliness before concrete placement.
• Check formwork dimensions, line, level, plumbness, stability, cleanliness and release-agent application.
• Verify installation and location of anchor bolts, embedded plates, sleeves, inserts and other items prior to concrete placement.
• Monitor concrete delivery and placement activities against approved procedures.
• Verify concrete temperature, slump, sampling and cube/cylinder testing requirements as applicable.
• Ensure proper vibration, finishing, curing and protection of concrete.
• Coordinate with the approved testing laboratory for required concrete and material testing.
• Review concrete test results and ensure non-conforming results are properly addressed.
• Structural Steel Inspection Inspect structural steel erection activities against approved drawings and specifications.
• Verify member identification, orientation, dimensions, alignment, levels and plumbness.
• Inspect bolted connections, bolt grade, installation, tightening and visual condition.
• Verify welding readiness and coordinate with the Welding Inspector/NDT personnel for applicable inspections and testing.
• Check structural steel surfaces, protective coating/fireproofing interfaces and accessibility where applicable.
• Verify that structural steel installation is completed and accepted before release for subsequent activities.
• Inspection Requests & Client Coordination Prepare and submit WIR/RFI in accordance with approved ITPs and project procedures.
• Coordinate inspection schedules with Construction, subcontractors and ADNOC/Client representatives.
• Attend joint inspections with ADNOC, Consultant, EPC Contractor, Third-Party Inspectors and other relevant parties.
• Record inspection results, comments and observations and ensure timely closure of outstanding items.
• Ensure work is not released beyond applicable inspection hold points without the required approval.
• NCR & Corrective Action Identify defective or non-conforming materials, workmanship and construction activities.
• Assist in preparation and issuance of NCRs, Site Observation Reports and Corrective Action Requests as required.
• Coordinate with Construction and subcontractors to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct re-inspections after corrective action and verify satisfactory closure.
• Maintain proper traceability of NCRs and corrective actions until final closure.
• Quality Documentation & Records Prepare daily inspection reports, checklists and quality records.
• Maintain WIR/RFI, inspection reports, test reports, material certificates and related documentation.
• Ensure inspection records are properly indexed, traceable and maintained for project handover.
• Support compilation of the Structural Mechanical Completion / Quality Dossier and final handover documentation.
• Provide required documentation during internal, client and ADNOC quality audits.
• Site Coordination & Quality Support Coordinate daily inspection activities with Construction Engineers, Site Engineers, Supervisors and subcontractors.
• Support the QA/QC Engineer during client inspections, quality meetings and audits.
• Monitor site activities to ensure construction teams follow approved drawings, method statements and ITP requirements.
• Highlight potential quality issues before they develop into NCRs or rework.
• Support punch-list inspections and close-out activities.
• Promote a proactive quality culture and ensure quality requirements are understood by construction personnel.

Requirements

• & Experience Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or related discipline .
• Minimum 8–15 years of QA/QC inspection experience in major Civil, Oil & Gas, LNG, Petrochemical or EPC projects.
• Experience in ADNOC projects is highly preferred .
• Previous experience on LNG, gas processing plants, refineries, petrochemical facilities, pipe racks or major industrial projects will be an advantage.
• Strong practical experience in reinforced concrete, foundations and structural steel inspection .
• Good knowledge of structural drawings, specifications, method statements, ITPs and inspection procedures.
• Hands-on experience in preparing and closing WIR/RFI, NCR, punch lists and quality documentation .
• Familiarity with ADNOC specifications and applicable project standards.
• Working knowledge of ACI, ASTM, BS/EN, ISO and relevant structural/construction standards .
• Knowledge of ADNOC structural requirements, including applicable requirements for reinforced concrete and structural steel, is preferred.
• ADNOC's published structural specifications reference ACI 318/ACI 301 for concrete and its structural-steel specification AGES-SP-01-002 for structural connections and quality control.
• Ability to read and interpret IFC drawings, structural details, bar bending schedules and construction specifications .
• Good knowledge of inspection and testing requirements for concrete, reinforcement and structural steel.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Word and Excel .
• Good communication, coordination and reporting skills.
• Ability to work in a demanding site-based Oil & Gas/LNG construction environment and coordinate effectively with multiple stakeholders.

Preferred

• Candidates with experience in ADNOC-approved projects, LNG plants, large-scale Oil & Gas EPC projects, pipe racks, process structures, equipment foundations and heavy industrial structural works will be preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Structural steel fabrication and erection.