Inspector - TBM Tunnels

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Job Description

Role Summary

Responsible for inspecting and monitoring rail tunnel construction works to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, contract requirements, railway standards, and HSE regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect rail tunnel works including TBM excavation, segmental lining, grouting, waterproofing, cross passages, shafts, track bed construction, and associated civil works.
• Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with approved method statements, ITPs, quality requirements, and construction sequences.
• Verify materials, workmanship, testing, and installation activities in accordance with project specifications and railway standards.
• Monitor TBM operations, segment erection, alignment, settlement monitoring, and ground movement control measures.
• Maintain daily site records and report on progress, quality issues, and non-conformities.
• Witness inspections, testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and client representatives to resolve site issues and ensure timely corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with project HSE requirements and tunnel safety procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• 7 to 10 years of construction inspection experience on major rail, metro, or underground infrastructure projects.
• Mandatory experience on TBM tunnel projects 
• Strong knowledge of tunnel construction, railway standards, QA/QC procedures, and HSE requirements.
• Experience on High Speed Rail or metro projects is preferred.

Qualifications

Diploma or Degree in Civil or Railway Engineering (or equivalent).

Additional Information

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AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

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