Highway Inspector

Job description / Role

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• The Highway Inspector is assigned to various phases of the highway work and related works with an important part in assuring the quality of work in the finished project.
• He/she will be the eyes and ears of the ARE and the RE to ensure compliance with the drawings and specification of the works.
• He/she shall be familiar with the plans, specifications, and construction methods for the phases of the work to which he has been assigned.
• Ensure that all construction works are performed in strict accordance with the plans and specifications.
• Maintain a detailed diary of the day’s work activities, issues work approved or rejected, hours of operation, labour and equipment used, and sign at the end of each day as directed by the ARE.
• Interface with the public and stakeholders adjacent to the work to mitigate the construction impacts.
• Coordinate with the contractor’s foreman in charge of the work on a daily basis to advise on the proper execution of the work.
• Coordinate with the other disciplines inspectors and arrange for sampling and testing of satisfactorily completed work, and quality assurance testing of suspect materials.
• Coordinate with the Surveyors to check the line and grade of ready work and completed work for conformance with the plans and specifications.
• Report questionable methods of operation by the Contractor to the ARE or the RE.
• Report to the ARE or RE any failure of the Contractor to perform the work as per the drawings and specifications.
• Process the Inspection Requests and maintain records of their status.
• Maintain detailed records of work performed by the contractor in case the work is performed on a Day Works basis.
• Act positively and participate in all health and safety issues at the site, as required by the Assistant Resident Engineer and the project safety representatives.
• Act professionally but firm in dealings with the Contractor.

Requirements

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
• Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent with minimum of seven (7) years of demonstrable experience in all aspects of road, highway construction supervision on major road, highway and general infrastructure projects preferably in the Gulf region.
• Must possess the ability to read working drawings and related specifications, and capable of enforcing such specifications.
• Must be fully computer literate and able to utilise computer technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and any project specific engineering and construction relevant software.
• Good written and oral communication, and interpersonal skills, as well as a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with the project team.

About the Company

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