Inspector - Utilties (Rails/Tracks)

**Company Description** **Work with Us. Change the World.** At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. **Job Description** We're looking for a detail-oriented Utilities Inspector for Rails/Tracks to join our freight facilities operations team in Ruwais, United Arab Emirates. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality across all freight facility operations. * Inspect and monitor all civil utilities works on site to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, project requirements, and authority standards. * Supervise installation activities related to utilities such as stormwater drainage, sewerage, potable water, irrigation, telecom, electrical duct banks, and utility corridors. * Verify line and level, pipe bedding, backfilling, compaction, and trench works before proceeding with subsequent activities. * Ensure materials delivered to site are approved and comply with project specifications and quality standards. * Conduct inspections for excavation, pipe laying, manholes, chambers, thrust blocks, and utility crossings. * Review and monitor contractor’s work progress in accordance with approved method statements and construction schedules. * Coordinate with surveyors and contractors to ensure utilities are installed at correct alignment and elevations. * Raise NCRs, site observations, and non-conformance reports for any deviations from specifications or approved drawings. * Witness testing activities including hydrostatic tests, pressure tests, leakage tests, compaction tests, and CCTV inspections where applicable. * Ensure proper implementation of approved shop drawings and IFC drawings during construction activities. * Monitor health, safety, and environmental compliance during utility installation activities. * Coordinate with utility authorities and consultants for inspections, approvals, and clearance requirements. * Maintain daily inspection records, site diaries, and quality documentation related to utilities works. * Verify reinstatement works for roads, pavements, and affected areas after utility installation. * Attend progress meetings, technical discussions, and coordination meetings with contractors and stakeholders. * Ensure all WIRs (Work Inspection Requests) are inspected and closed within the required timeframe. * Review as-built drawings and verify completed utility works before handover. * Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure workmanship meets project quality requirements. * Support the Resident Engineer and Civil Engineer in resolving site technical issues and construction conflicts. * Ensure utility works comply with relevant authority requirements. * Prepare snag lists and verify closure of defects prior to project completion and handover **Qualifications** * Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent professional qualification (HND/Diploma in Civil Engineering acceptable) * Minimum 7 years of professional experience in utilities, infrastructure, or rail projects * Proven experience on UAE-based rail projects with knowledge of local construction standards and regulatory requirements * Proficiency in reading, interpreting, and enforcing compliance with technical drawings, specifications, and contract documents * Experience preparing and maintaining inspection logs, test reports, and site documentation in accordance with contract procedures * Familiarity with Non-Conformance Reporting (NCR) and Site Observation Report (SOR) procedures * Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) certification or demonstrated commitment to HSE best practices * Proficiency with construction management software and digital record-keeping platforms * Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills with proven ability to liaise with contractors, consultants, and utility authorities * Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with ability to resolve technical issues independently * Meticulous attention to detail with proven track record of maintaining accurate site record