Job Description: QA/QC Inspector
Job Summary
The QA/QC Inspector is responsible for inspecting construction activities, materials, and workmanship to ensure compliance with project specifications, approved drawings, quality standards, and company procedures. The role involves conducting site inspections, monitoring testing activities, identifying quality issues, and maintaining accurate quality records to support successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct inspections of site activities, materials, and completed works in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and inspection procedures.
- Verify that construction work complies with project requirements, quality standards, and approved method statements.
- Perform inspections at various stages of construction and installation activities.
- Prepare inspection requests (IRs), inspection reports, checklists, and quality records.
- Monitor and document material inspections, testing activities, and workmanship quality.
- Ensure materials used at site are approved and meet project specifications.
- Identify defects, non-conformities, and deviations, and report them to the QA/QC Engineer or Project Manager.
- Assist in preparing and following up on Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and corrective actions.
- Coordinate with site engineers, supervisors, subcontractors, and consultants during inspections.
- Review test reports, material certificates, and inspection documentation.
- Ensure proper calibration and availability of inspection tools and equipment.
- Maintain organized quality documentation and records for project handover.
- Support internal and external quality audits.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements during inspection activities.
- Perform other quality-related duties assigned by management.
Required Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 2–5 years of experience as a QA/QC Inspector in construction, engineering, or industrial projects.
- Knowledge of inspection procedures, quality standards, and construction practices.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Familiarity with inspection and testing plans (ITPs), checklists, and quality documentation.
- Knowledge of relevant standards such as ISO, ASTM, BS, ACI, or project-specific requirements.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred Skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Good understanding of construction processes and materials.
- Ability to identify quality issues and recommend corrective actions.
- Good communication and reporting skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a project team.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.
- Safety-conscious approach to site activities.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy and completeness of inspection reports.
- Compliance with project quality requirements.
- Timely identification and reporting of defects.
- Reduction in repeated quality issues.
- Proper maintenance of quality records.
- Timely closure of inspection comments and NCRs.
- Client and consultant satisfaction with quality performance.
Working Conditions
- Site-based role in construction, infrastructure, or industrial project environments.
- Frequent movement around project sites and inspection areas.
- Exposure to construction activities, equipment, weather conditions, and site hazards.
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory.
- May require flexible working hours depending on project schedules.
