QA/QC Engineer

Consultant Site QA/QC Engineer

Job Description

Department: Quality Assurance / Quality Control

Reports To: Resident Engineer

Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Job Summary

The Site QA/QC Engineer is responsible for ensuring construction activities comply with project specifications, approved drawings, codes, and quality standards on behalf of the client/consultant. The role involves inspection, documentation, and coordination with the contractor's QA/QC team to maintain quality throughout all phases of construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and monitor contractor's QA/QC plans, method statements, and inspection & test plans (ITPs) for compliance with project specifications
• Conduct site inspections at each stage of work (pre-pour, in-progress, and final) and issue inspection requests (IRs) or notices of non-compliance (NCRs) as needed
• Witness material testing (concrete, steel, soil compaction, welding, etc.) and verify test results against approved standards
• Review and approve/reject contractor submittals, shop drawings, and material certifications for quality compliance
• Maintain quality documentation: inspection reports, checklists, NCRs, punch lists, and as-built quality records
• Coordinate with contractor's QA/QC engineers, site engineers, and third-party testing labs
• Monitor closeout of non-conformances and ensure corrective actions are implemented
• Attend site quality meetings and report quality status to the QA/QC Manager and client
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards (ACI, ASTM, BS, ISO, QCS – U.A.E Construction Specifications, or local equivalents)
• Support handover documentation, including quality dossiers and as-built records

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in QA/QC roles on construction projects (building, infrastructure, or industrial)
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, testing procedures, and applicable codes/standards
• Certification in quality management (ISO 9001 Lead Auditor) preferred
• Familiarity with ITP development, NCR management, and inspection documentation

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret drawings/specifications
• Good communication and coordination skills with multidisciplinary teams
• Proficiency in MS Office, quality management software, and site documentation systems
• Ability to work independently on-site with minimal supervision
• Sound understanding of construction sequencing and risk areas for quality failures

Work Conditions

• Full-time, on-site position
• Based at project construction site with regular inspection rounds
• May require site visits during early morning or evening pours / critical activities

Salary : AED 8,000.00 to AED 12,000.00

Pay: AED8,000.00 - AED12,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person