Job Description – Quality Control Engineer (Construction / Engineering)
A Quality Control Engineer is responsible for monitoring and ensuring that construction or engineering activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, quality standards, and project requirements. The role focuses on inspections, testing, documentation, and maintaining high-quality project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement and monitor project quality control procedures and inspection plans.
- Conduct site inspections to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and standards.
- Review technical documents, method statements, and material submittals.
- Prepare and manage Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
- Inspect incoming materials and verify compliance with approved specifications.
- Monitor construction activities and identify quality issues or defects.
- Coordinate with Project Managers, Site Engineers, consultants, and subcontractors.
- Raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and follow up on corrective actions.
- Ensure testing activities are carried out according to project requirements.
- Maintain quality records, inspection reports, and test certificates.
- Review laboratory test results and inspection documentation.
- Participate in quality audits and project meetings.
- Ensure compliance with company quality procedures and international standards.
- Assist in project handover documentation and close-out activities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience as a Quality Control Engineer in construction, engineering, or infrastructure projects.
- Knowledge of QA/QC procedures, inspection methods, and quality standards.
- Experience with construction materials, testing, and site inspections.
- Knowledge of standards such as ISO 9001, ASTM, BS, or project-specific requirements is preferred.
- UAE/GCC project experience is an advantage.
Required Skills
- Strong knowledge of construction quality control processes.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Experience preparing inspection reports and quality documentation.
- Knowledge of NCR management and corrective actions.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Good communication and coordination abilities.
- Ability to work with consultants, contractors, and project teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality management systems.
Main Objective
The main objective of a Quality Control Engineer is to ensure that all project activities, materials, and workmanship meet required quality standards by conducting inspections, managing quality documentation, and implementing effective quality control procedures.
