Senior HSE Safety Engineer – Qatar

Parsons; Doha; On-site; QAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons in Qatar is seeking a Safety Engineer to oversee health, safety, and environmental compliance across project activities. You will promote a strong safety culture, review plans, and ensure adherence to regulations and industry best practices.

You will conduct site inspections, manage risk assessments, investigate incidents, and coordinate with Resident Engineers and contractors to drive continuous HSE improvement on large-scale infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering/science or equivalent.
• NEBOSH certificates (IGC/Construction) or equivalent health and safety qualification.
• 10 years of professional HSE experience on construction/infrastructure projects (5+ in a similar role).
• Experience implementing and monitoring HSE programs on large construction projects.
• Familiarity with HSE regulations, standards and incident investigation methodologies.
• Experience reviewing risk assessments, permit-to-work and safety procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor construction activities to ensure HSE compliance and safe work practices.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and safety observations to identify hazards.
• Review contractors' HSE plans, risk assessments, and permit-to-work documentation.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of the HSE management system.
• Participate in incident investigations and assist in root-cause analysis.
• Prepare HSE reports, observations, and performance metrics for management.
• Coordinate with Resident Engineers and contractors on HSE matters.
• Promote proactive safety culture and workforce participation in HSE initiatives.
• Assist with emergency preparedness activities and drills.
• Ensure compliance with project, client, and regulatory HSE requirements.

Skills

Hazard identification

Risk assessment

HSE management systems

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Incident investigation

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Business Administration, or equivalent

NEBOSH International General Certificate / NEBOSH Construction Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Parsons in Qatar is seeking a Safety Engineer to oversee health, safety, and environmental compliance across project activities. You will promote a strong safety culture, review plans, and ensure adherence to regulations and industry best practices.

You will conduct site inspections, manage risk assessments, investigate incidents, and coordinate with Resident Engineers and contractors to drive continuous HSE improvement on large-scale infrastructure projects.