QA/QC Engineer

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Planning & Documentation
  • Review project specifications, drawings and contracts to prepare the QA/QC plan, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), checklists and hold-point schedules.
  • Control and maintain all quality documentation (e.g., Welding Procedure Specifications, Material Approval Requests).

• Inspection & Testing
  • Perform and witness inspections and tests (soil, concrete, rebar, welds, coatings, etc.) per approved ITPs and supplier data sheets.
  • Coordinate with third-party labs and NDT providers to verify material and workmanship compliance.

• Non-Conformance Management
  • Identify, document and report non-conformities; issue NCRs and lead root-cause analyses.
  • Drive corrective and preventive actions, verifying timely closure and effectiveness.

• Supplier & Subcontractor Control
  • Audit and assess suppliers’ and subcontractors’ QMS; review submittals and material certifications.
  • Conduct site and factory audits to confirm conformance to specifications and approved methods.

• Quality Reporting & Meetings
  • Lead weekly quality review meetings; present KPIs, NCR status and lessons learned.
  • Prepare and submit daily/weekly quality reports and compile records for project close-out.

• Continuous Improvement
  • Analyze quality data to identify trends and process improvements; propose updates to procedures and training.
  • Participate in value-engineering and optimization workshops to balance quality with cost efficiency.

• Training & Mentorship
  • Deliver quality-awareness and procedural training to site teams, suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Mentor junior QA/QC inspectors, ensuring competency in inspection techniques and documentation.

Qualifications

• Education:

  - Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.

• Experience:

  - 3-7 years as a QA/QC Engineer in the UAE construction or infrastructure sector.

  - Proven track record with ITP implementation, NCR management and third-party testing coordination.

• Certifications & Technical Skills:

  - Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or equivalent preferred.

  - Proficiency with QA/QC tools, NDT methods and MS Office; ERP/QMS software experience is an advantage.

• Knowledge:

  - Strong understanding of UAE Building Code, FIDIC quality clauses, ASTM, API and relevant international standards.

• Core Competencies:

  - Excellent analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills.

  - Strong communication and stakeholder-management abilities.

  - Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and excellence.