Civil Engineer

Dar Al Riyadh Group; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 391,000 - 614,000; Full time

Job summary

Dar Al Riyadh Group in Saudi Arabia seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to monitor dam operations, supervise maintenance, and ensure conformance with drawings and specifications across sites nationwide.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and at least 8 years coordinating civil works, with dam facilities experience; strong inspection, reporting and coordination skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience coordinating and integrating civil works.
• Knowledge of dam structures, embankments, spillways, outlets and related civil assets.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contractors delivering dam operations and maintenance projects.
• Inspect dam structures, embankments, spillways, outlet structures, channels, drainage systems and associated civil assets.
• Review drawings, method statements, material submissions, inspection plans and work procedures.
• Verify that works are performed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and instructions.
• Prepare technical reports on system condition, project progress and contractor performance.

Skills

Site inspection

Coordination

Technical reporting

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

• Monitor contractors delivering dam operations and maintenance projects.
• Supervise civil maintenance, repair, rehabilitation and improvement works at assigned facilities.
• Inspect dam structures, embankments, spillways, outlet structures, channels, drainage systems and associated civil assets.
• Monitor concrete, earthworks, masonry, drainage, road, fencing and structural-repair activities.
• Review the condition of dam crests, slopes, foundations, abutments, access roads and downstream structures.
• Identify cracking, erosion, settlement, deformation, seepage, surface deterioration and other civil defects.
• Record inspection findings and recommend corrective, preventive or rehabilitation measures.
• Review contractors’ drawings, method statements, material submissions, inspection plans and work procedures.
• Verify that works are performed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and instructions.
• Review repair proposals for concrete defects, cracks, joints, drainage systems, slopes and protective works.
• Monitor grouting, crack treatment, waterproofing, concrete repair and erosion-control works where applicable.
• Verify the suitability and quality of construction materials used at site.
• Witness inspections, field tests, material tests and completion assessments.
• Review inspection requests, test results, non-conformance reports and corrective-action records.
• Monitor workmanship and ensure that defects and outstanding items are corrected.
• Track activity schedules and verify implementation against approved plans and contractual milestones.
• Review daily, weekly and monthly work programs and identify delays, constraints and resource shortages.
• Monitor contractor manpower, materials, equipment and site productivity.
• Coordinate with contractors and stakeholders to maintain efficient and uninterrupted execution.
• Coordinate civil works with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, geotechnical, environmental, quality and HSE teams.
• Participate in progress, technical, coordination and performance-review meetings.
• Support the verification of completed quantities and provide technical input to payment assessments.
• Assist in reviewing variations, additional works and claims related to civil activities.
• Monitor project and operational risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.
• Ensure that work areas are safely accessed and that applicable permit-to-work requirements are followed.
• Participate in testing, commissioning, handover and close-out inspections.
• Review as-built drawings, completion records, warranties and O&M documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of site activities, inspections, progress, defects and corrective actions.
• Prepare technical reports on system condition, project progress and contractor performance.
• Prepare clear daily, weekly, monthly, annual and technical reports as required by the assignment.
• Present civil-work findings, risks, delays and recommendations to project management.
• Coordinate with government stakeholders, consultants, contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Attend meetings, inspections and site visits anywhere in Saudi Arabia as required.
• Comply with Saudi laws, applicable codes, Client procedures, quality requirements and occupational health and safety obligations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline from a recognized university.
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience coordinating and integrating civil works.
• Previous experience with dam facilities is required.
• Experience supervising civil O&M, repair, rehabilitation or infrastructure works.
• Knowledge of dam structures, embankments, spillways, outlets, drainage systems and related civil assets.
• Experience identifying and assessing cracks, settlement, erosion, seepage and surface deterioration.
• Ability to review civil drawings, technical specifications, method statements and inspection plans.
• Experience monitoring contractors, site progress, workmanship and material quality.
• Familiarity with concrete repair, earthworks, drainage, slope protection and rehabilitation activities.
• Knowledge of applicable Saudi codes and recognized civil engineering standards.
• Strong site-inspection, technical-reporting, coordination and problem-solving capabilities.
• Relevant experience must be supported by verifiable employment records, project references, reports or studies when requested.