QA/QC Civil Engineer

The Role
Guildhall is currently supporting one of the leading international construction and infrastructure companies in their search for an experienced QA/QC Civil Engineer to join their team in Abu Dhabi. The company is involved in large-scale infrastructure, civil, and road development projects across the UAE and the wider region. The QA/QC Civil Engineer will supervise the Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) department and establish a Project Quality Management Program. This role ensures all project activities meet quality requirements, international standards, and local regulations. Key Responsibilities: • Develop, implement, and maintain the Project Quality Management Program in coordination with the Project Management Team. • Lead and monitor the site-based QA/QC plans, ensuring compliance with quality standards and contractual requirements. Provide technical supervision and support to site audit and inspection teams. • Maintain proper documentation and flow of information among contractors, consultants, and internal project teams. • Identify and manage quality-related issues that could affect contractual obligations or operational performance. • Oversee the Quality Control processes to ensure they reflect both company and client standards. • Report and document non-conformances, ensuring timely corrective actions. • Participate in project and site coordination meetings, offering ongoing support to field teams. • Lead the preparation and review of inspection and testing plans, materials approvals, and handover documentation. • Support continuous improvement initiatives and implement best practices in quality control.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering. • Experience: 12–15 years of hands-on experience in QA/QC and quality management within major international construction projects. • Certification: Must be DMT Licensed Engineer in Abu Dhabi/Engineering Classification in Abu Dhabi as a “Specialized Engineer.” • Knowledge: Strong understanding of international design codes, quality control processes, and regulatory standards. • Skilled in Quality Management Information Systems (QMIS) and project documentation control. • Experience with inspection, testing, and compliance verification in large civil or infrastructure projects. • Strong leadership and team supervision abilities. • Excellent communication, report writing, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural, fast-paced environment.

About the company
Guildhall is the most respected HR & Headhunting Consultancy in the MENA Region. With deep, extensive knowledge of HR & Recruiting in the region, Guildhall has become a trusted partner of choice for candidates and clients. Starting from an exclusive recruitment agency in Dubai - UAE, Guildhall has grown into an elite service with the ability to cover vacancies in across MENA and Asia-pacific. Offering tailored Career Sessions and an innovative industry-first membership program designed to save money on core services. Guildhall is the partner of choice.