Material Inspector

Overview

The Material Inspector plays a critical role in verifying, testing, and monitoring construction materials for the RCRC Bridges Project, ensuring full compliance with contract specifications, quality standards, and international codes.

Material Inspection & Verification

• Inspect materials delivered onsite and confirm they match approved specifications and submittals.
• Examine material certificates, test reports, manufacturing documentation, and compliance records to validate authenticity.
• Validate materials prior to their installation, maintaining continuous approval status.
• Oversee proper storage, handling, and preservation to prevent damage or non-compliance.
• Maintain traceability of all materials throughout construction stages.

Testing & Laboratory Coordination

• Work closely with authorized testing labs for sampling and conducting tests.
• Witness and confirm accuracy of field and lab testing processes.
• Analyze test outcomes to detect any materials or products that fail to meet standards.
• Ensure testing frequency aligns with contract clauses and inspection test plans.

Concrete & Structural Materials Inspection

• Verify approved sources for concrete ingredients and materials.
• Monitor all concrete activities including batching, delivery, placement, curing, and testing.
• Inspect reinforcement before concrete placement to confirm compliance.
• Assess concrete mix designs and associated quality documentation.
• Ensure the bridge construction meets requirements for structural and high-performance concrete.

Structural Steel Inspection

• Inspect structural steel materials, fabrication records, and protective coatings.
• Check certificates for materials, welding supplies, and fabrication documentation.
• Supervise delivery, storage, and installation of steel bridge parts.
• Coordinate with welding and coating inspectors to guarantee project compliance.

Quality Assurance & Documentation

• Review Material Inspection Requests from contractors thoroughly.
• Generate detailed inspection reports and retain comprehensive inspection records.
• Issue observations and non-conformance reports when necessary.
• Monitor corrective measures and verify their successful completion.
• Assist in quality audits and surveillance activities to uphold standards.

Contractor & Stakeholder Coordination

• Participate in quality meetings, reporting on material compliance status.
• Help resolve technical queries and quality issues related to materials.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Conduct inspections in alignment with project Health, Safety, and Environmental policies.
• Encourage safe material handling and storage on site.
• Oversee environmental compliance concerning material disposal and usage.
• Engage in safety initiatives and site inspections to promote workplace safety.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, Construction Technology, or a relevant field.
• Certifications in material testing, quality management, or construction quality assurance are highly valued.
• Professional accreditations and memberships considered advantageous.

Experience

• At least 5 to 8 years’ experience in material inspection and quality control for construction projects.
• 3 to 5 years focused on bridge and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Experience with Saudi Arabian or GCC infrastructure projects is a strong plus.
• Prior work with international consultants, contractors, or project management consultants preferred.

Key Skills

• Extensive understanding of construction materials and quality control standards.
• High attention to detail with precise inspection capabilities.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving competency.
• Proficient in producing accurate reports and documentation.
• Excellent communication and coordination with stakeholders.
• Ability to identify and address material compliance issues swiftly.

Behavioral Competencies

• Quality-oriented with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ethically driven with a strong commitment to compliance.
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Proactive and focused on delivering solutions.
• Capable of working effectively under construction timelines and pressures.
• Committed to ongoing professional growth and continuous improvement.

Benefits & Rewards

• Tax-exempt salary package.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave entitlements.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus programs.
• Annual flight allowance.
• Transportation and housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program offering 24/7 access to experts in finance, legal, family care, health, fitness, and nutrition.

About AtkinsRéalis

AtkinsRéalis is a premier engineering and nuclear services organization dedicated to merging people, data, and technology to revolutionize the world's infrastructure and energy sectors. Collaborating with industry leaders and a global team of consultants, engineers, and project managers, they aim to engineer a sustainable future for the planet and its inhabitants.