QAQC Inspector (Metro)

SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.

Context

We are seeking a QA/QC Inspector to join the Project Management Consultant (PMC) team for a Metro project in Riyadh. The QA/QC Inspector will be responsible for monitoring and verifying that construction works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, contract requirements, quality plans, inspection and test plans, and applicable standards.

Missions/Main Duties

• Conduct routine QA/QC inspections of civil construction works at the metro station site
• Verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, quality plans, inspection and test plans, and method statements
• Review and monitor contractor inspection requests and ensure works are offered for inspection at the appropriate stages
• Inspect materials delivered to site and verify compliance with approved submittals and project requirements
• Witness relevant field and laboratory tests in accordance with project quality requirements
• Identify non-conforming works and report quality issues to the Resident Engineer or relevant supervision staff
• Monitor corrective and preventive actions and verify close-out of quality issues
• Maintain accurate quality records, reports, checklists, test results, and inspection documentation
• Coordinate with contractor QA/QC personnel and PMC supervision teams on quality-related matters
• Support audits, surveillance activities, snagging, de-snagging, and handover inspections
• Ensure that work is carried out in line with project quality procedures and relevant health and safety requirements
• Report any concerns that may affect quality, compliance, or timely project delivery

Profile/Skills

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field from a recognized institution
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in QA/QC inspection for major civil works or infrastructure projects
• Preferably experienced in metro, rail, infrastructure, underground, or large transportation projects
• Experience with a PMC, supervision consultant, engineering consultancy, or contractor QA/QC team is preferred
• Strong knowledge of QA/QC procedures, inspection requirements, quality standards, and applicable international codes and specifications
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, inspection and test plans, method statements, and material submittals
• Good reporting, documentation, and record-keeping skills
• Ability to monitor contractor compliance and coordinate effectively with contractors, site teams, and multidisciplinary supervision teams
• Good communication skills in English; Arabic is an advantage
• Familiarity with non-conformance reports, corrective actions, material inspections, testing procedures, and quality documentation tracking is preferred

Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.

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