Material Engineer (Roads and Infrastructure)

• Ensure all construction materials comply with RTA specifications, approved material lists, and project contract requirements.
• Review and approve material submittals, source approvals, mix designs, and compliance certificates in accordance with RTA and local authority standards.
• Coordinate and witness RTA-mandated laboratory and field testing for concrete, asphalt, soil, aggregates, steel, and other road and structural materials.
• Monitor asphalt, concrete, and earthworks materials used in roadworks, bridges, and infrastructure to ensure conformity with approved designs and specifications.
• Liaise with RTA-approved laboratories, third-party testing agencies, and authority representatives during inspections and audits.
• Verify compliance of materials with RTA approved suppliers and manufacturers, including factory production control requirements.
• Ensure proper sampling, testing frequency, and test reporting as per RTA Quality Control Manuals and project ITPs.
• Monitor material storage, handling, and traceability on site to prevent contamination, deterioration, or misuse.
• Support the Resident Engineer in material-related NCRs, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Track material approvals, testing status, and non-conformances to avoid schedule impacts on RTA milestones.
• Participate in RTA inspections, audits, and compliance reviews related to materials and quality assurance.
• Review and verify material records, test reports, and certificates forming part of the as-built and handover documentation.
• Coordinate with planning and construction teams to ensure timely availability of approved materials in line with the project schedule.
• Provide technical advice to site supervision staff on RTA material standards and acceptance criteria.
• Assist in the preparation of final quality dossiers and material compliance reports for RTA project close-out.