Inspector Roads

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect earthworks, excavation, filling, subgrade, capping, subbase, roadbase, and asphalt pavement works.
• Monitor construction of kerbs, interlock paving, footpaths, cycle tracks, road shoulders, medians, and associated road infrastructure.
• Verify compliance with approved IFC drawings, shop drawings, specifications, method statements, material approvals, and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Witness and monitor field and laboratory testing activities, including compaction, density, levels, layer thickness, asphalt temperature, coring, and pavement performance testing.
• Verify road alignments, levels, gradients, crossfalls, and finished surface elevations in coordination with the Survey Team.
• Inspect asphalt paving operations, including surface preparation, prime and tack coat application, laying, compaction, joint construction, and finished surface quality.
• Ensure only approved materials are incorporated into the permanent works and report any defective materials or non-conforming workmanship.
• Raise inspection observations and promptly report non-conformances to the ARE/RE and QA/QC Team for corrective action.
• Maintain accurate daily inspection records, quality checklists, photographs, test reports, and site documentation.
• Coordinate with utility inspectors and other disciplines to ensure underground services, crossings, and utility works are completed and approved prior to the construction of road layers.
• Monitor interfaces between roads, stormwater drainage, wet utilities, dry utilities, street lighting, traffic systems, landscaping, and other infrastructure works.
• Ensure completed works are protected from damage caused by subsequent construction activities.
• Monitor Contractor compliance with approved traffic management plans, temporary traffic arrangements, and HSE requirements during construction activities.
• Support inspections conducted by the Client and relevant authorities and assist in resolving comments and closing outstanding issues.
• Participate in snagging, de-snagging, final inspections, as-built verification, testing, commissioning, and project handover activities.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly inspection reports and provide updates on construction progress and quality compliance.

• Diploma in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in road and infrastructure construction projects, including roadworks, pavement works, and associated infrastructure.
• Proven experience in the inspection of earthworks, subgrade, subbase, roadbase, asphalt paving, kerbs, interlock paving, footpaths, and related road construction activities.
• Strong knowledge of road construction specifications, QA/QC procedures, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and material testing requirements.
• Experience in witnessing and assessing compaction, density, asphalt, and pavement testing activities.
• Familiarity with surveying requirements, road geometry, levels, gradients, and crossfalls.
• UAE/GCC infrastructure project experience is preferred.
• Good understanding of Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) requirements and traffic management during road construction works.
• Strong communication, reporting, and coordination skills.

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About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

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What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

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