Landscape Inspector

Job description / Role

Our Global PMC Client has a new requirement for a well experienced Landscape Inspector to join their team in Madinat Zayed, Abu Dhabi, UAE to work on a new infrastructure project. Successful candidates will have a proven background as a Landscape Inspector working in a recognised PMC or Consultancy company background. Preference will be given to those who have worked on infrastructure projects in the UAE / GCC previously.

This role is available for immediate joining and is an initial 6-12 Month Contract position as an outsource, employed by J10 Consulting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all construction works related to landscaping 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, labor and equipment used, etc., and sign at the end of each day.
• Interface with the public, especially residents and business owners adjacent to the work, to mitigate the construction impacts.
• Coordinate with the Contractor’s foreman in charge of the work daily to check on the proper execution of the work.
• Coordinate with the Materials Technician and arrange for sampling and testing of satisfactorily completed work, and quality assurance testing of suspect materials.
• Coordinate with the Survey Party Chief to check the line and grade of completed work for conformance with the plans and specifications.
• Report questionable methods of operation by the Contractor to the Resident Engineer.
• Report to the Resident Engineer any failure of the Contractor to conform to plans and specifications and to provide good workmanship.
• Process the joint measurement forms and maintain records of their status.
• Maintain records of completed works for interim and final payment and as- built plans.
• Maintain detailed records of work performed by the contractor on a Day Works basis.
• Make special notes and document the Contractor’s activities that may lead to claims.
• Be fair and firm in dealings with the Contractor. Consider alternatives and consequences carefully before making decisions.
• Issue instructions to the Foreman in charge of the work and do not argue with the Contractor or his representatives.
• Notify the Resident Engineer of conditions that render it impractical or unreasonable to enforce the specifications.
• Report and document any accident that occurs on site and notify the Resident Engineer immediately.
• Enforce performance of the work in strict accordance with the approved Safety Plan.
• Check detours and traffic control zones for proper placement of signs, barricades, and lights.

• Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent. Equivalency certificate issued from Ministry of Education-UAE is mandatory.
• Minimum of 5+ years of demonstrable experience in all aspects of landscaping/irrigation construction supervision in large infrastructure projects
• Must possess the ability to read working drawings and related specifications, and capable of enforcing such specifications.
• Experience working on ADM (Abu Dhabi Municipality) project is preferred.
• Must be fully computer literate and able to utilize computer technology to access and maintain records, generate reports, etc.
• Good written and oral communication, and interpersonal skills, as well as a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with project team.
• ADM approval an Inspector is an advantage

About the Company

J10 Consulting are Construction Recruitment experts in the Middle East.

We help businesses and careers grow by delivering Temporary Contract & Permanent Contingency hiring solutions within Construction & Engineering in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain & Kuwait

J10 Consulting provide collaborative engagement and a deep understanding of both client and candidate requirements to cover temporary and permanent requirements across a number of vertical markets within Construction & Engineering.