QC Inspector - Structural
Section I: Job summary
The QC inspector – structural performs inspection and testing of structural steel fabrication and erection activities to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes and standards.
Section II: Job analysis
Duties & responsibilities
Perform in-process and final inspections on structural steel fabrication and erection works.
Witness structural bolting, welding, and alignment checks per the ITP.
Verify structural steel installation against approved drawings, erection plans, and tolerances.
Verify materials (structural steel, bolts, coatings) against material certificates and specifications.
Record inspection results and raise non-conformance reports as required.
Coordinate hold points and inspections with client/third-party inspectors.
Maintain inspection records, checklists, and daily QC reports.
Verify calibration status of measuring and test equipment used on site.
Support punch-list generation and verification of closure for structural works.
Ensure work fronts comply with approved method statements and structural codes (AISC, etc.).
Support preparation of quality documentation for structural handover dossiers.
Section III: Performance indicators
Evaluated based on
Inspection accuracy and completeness
Timely identification and reporting of non-conformances
First-time inspection pass rate on assigned work fronts
Adherence to inspection schedules/hold points
Quality of inspection documentation
Section IV: Required skills & abilities
Core competencies
Attention to detail
Integrity
Analytical thinking
Communication skills
Time management
Technical skills
Structural steel inspection techniques
Reading structural/erection drawings
Bolting & welding inspection standards (structural)
Inspection & test plans (ITPs)
Measuring & alignment equipment use
QC documentation & reporting
Section V: Required experience and education
Experience
5–8 years of experience as a QC inspector on structural steel construction projects.
Education
Diploma or bachelor's degree in civil/structural engineering.
QC/inspection certification preferred.