Precast Quality Control (QC) Engineer

Responsibilities:

Develop, implement, and maintain quality control plans, inspection and test plans (ITPs), and documentation for precast segment production Perform and oversee testing of raw materials (cement, aggregates, admixtures, reinforcement) and fresh/hardened concrete Inspect mold setup, reinforcement placement, casting, curing, and demolding to ensure segments meet dimensional tolerances and strength requirements Inspect segment handling, storage, and transport to prevent damage between plant and tunnel Perform site QC for segment installation and annular grouting, including grout mix verification and testing Identify, document, and drive closure of non-conformances, and lead root-cause analysis to prevent recurrence Maintain traceability records for every segment from pour to installed ring Coordinate QC documentation and inspections with RTA, Dubai Municipality, and third-party testing laboratories as required Ensure all QC activities comply with project specifications, applicable standards, and UAE regulatory requirements Report quality metrics and trends to production and project leadership, and recommend process improvements

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Science, or related discipline, or equivalent hands-on QC experience Anywhere from 1 10 years of quality control experience in precast concrete, concrete production, or heavy civil construction. Current ACI Field Testing Technician Grade 1 certification, or equivalent PCI Level 1 certification, or equivalent Strong working knowledge of concrete mix design, testing methods, and quality documentation Comfortable splitting time between a production plant and underground tunnel environments, including rotating shifts as needed Currently based in the UAE or GCC region, or eligible to work in the UAE Experience with precast tunnel segments or segmental lining production is a major plus Experience designing concrete for durability in aggressive, saline ground conditions a plus Prior QC experience on major Gulf infrastructure projects (metro, tunnels, precast plants) a major plus