Civil Engineer - NATM Construction

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 134,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons Corporation delivers engineering, infrastructure, construction management, project controls and technology services for major programs worldwide. In Saudi Arabia, its multidisciplinary teams support transport and infrastructure developments, providing civil and structural engineers with opportunities to work on large-scale NATM and tunneling projects.

This Civil Engineer - NATM Construction role combines site supervision with technical coordination, progress monitoring, and strict safety

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from accredited institution.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Practical understanding of NATM construction and underground civil works.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the client, contractors, consultants and project teams on technical and site-related matters.
• Attend coordination meetings and provide input on NATM and civil works issues.
• Review site preparation activities and temporary works for compliance with drawings and specs.
• Monitor excavation, structural, temporary support and related activities at work areas.
• Verify construction methods align with project requirements and site conditions.

Skills

NATM construction

Underground construction

Tunneling works

Civil engineering

Structural engineering

Construction supervision

Site engineering

Temporary works

Site preparation

Construction inspections

Technical coordination

Drawing interpretation

Construction sequencing

Progress monitoring

Schedule recovery

Contractor supervision

Quality assurance

Quality control

Site safety

Interface management

Rail infrastructure

Metro construction

Transportation projects

Infrastructure construction

Progress verification

Payment progress verification

Corrective action management

Site reporting

GCC construction experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Snapshot

Civil Engineer - NATM Construction Job Snapshot Role: Civil Engineer - NATM Construction Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Industry: Civil Engineering Function: Civil & Structural Engineering Experience: Minimum 5 years Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Civil Engineer - NATM Construction in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is a Civil Engineering hiring opportunity for an experienced site professional with expertise in NATM works, underground construction, structural coordination, temporary works, quality control, and construction supervision. The role supports major rail, metro, transportation, and infrastructure projects by monitoring site activities, resolving technical issues, maintaining safety and quality standards, and ensuring construction progress remains aligned with approved plans and schedules.

Job Details

Country: Saudi Arabia City: Riyadh Industry: Civil Engineering Function: Civil & Structural Engineering Salary: 12000-21000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Civil Engineer - NATM supports the safe and technically compliant delivery of underground and infrastructure construction activities. Working directly with contractors, consultants, construction managers, client representatives, and site teams, the engineer helps resolve field issues before they affect quality, safety, schedule, or payment certification. The position combines hands‑on site supervision with technical coordination, progress monitoring, quality assurance, and construction sequencing.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the client, contractors, consultants, construction management teams, and other project stakeholders on technical and site-related matters.
• Attend construction coordination meetings and provide engineering input on issues affecting NATM and civil works.
• Review site preparation activities and temporary works for compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Monitor excavation, structural, temporary support, and associated civil construction activities within assigned work areas.
• Verify that construction methods are appropriate for approved project requirements and site conditions.
• Identify technical conflicts between drawings, systems, interfaces, and construction activities and coordinate practical resolutions.
• Monitor contractor compliance with project health, safety, security, and environmental requirements.
• Enforce applicable safety procedures and raise concerns immediately when unsafe conditions or practices are observed.
• Maintain awareness of business‑critical construction scenarios where site safety or engineering decisions could affect project continuity.
• Conduct regular inspections of subcontractor work and evaluate workmanship against approved standards.
• Identify non‑compliant or defective work and coordinate appropriate corrective actions.
• Investigate discrepancies and technical problems that could affect the quality or progress of construction.
• Assist the Project Manager with supervision and coordination of assigned construction activities.
• Support development and implementation of construction sequencing in accordance with the Project Quality Plan.
• Monitor physical progress against planned activities and established construction schedules.
• Verify completed work and progress information used to support payment assessments.
• Participate in daily briefings with site team leaders to review progress, upcoming work, constraints, and potential delays.
• Anticipate schedule slippage by comparing planned activities with actual site performance.
• Recommend immediate corrective measures when deviations threaten planned completion dates.
• Work with construction teams to recover delays and prevent cumulative impacts on subsequent activities.
• Review interfaces between civil, structural, rail, utilities, MEP, and other project systems where relevant.
• Maintain clear site records covering inspections, progress, technical issues, corrective actions, and coordination matters.
• Support project reporting by providing accurate information about current site conditions and construction status.
• Coordinate quality requirements with project engineers, inspectors, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Participate in site walks, inspections, and technical discussions required to maintain efficient construction delivery.

Ideal Profile

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Practical understanding of NATM construction and underground civil works is highly valuable.
• Experience on rail, metro, transportation, infrastructure, tunneling, or major construction projects is preferred.
• Strong ability to read and interpret civil and structural drawings.
• Good understanding of interfaces between different construction systems and engineering disciplines.
• Experience supervising contractors and subcontractors on active construction sites.
• Working knowledge of temporary works, site preparation, inspection, and quality control procedures.
• Ability to identify construction discrepancies and coordinate workable technical solutions.
• Understanding of construction planning, sequencing, progress monitoring, and schedule recovery.
• Familiarity with project quality plans and quality assurance processes.
• Strong awareness of construction safety and site management requirements.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with clients, consultants, construction managers, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• GCC construction experience is preferred.
• Good communication and reporting skills for working in a complex project environment.

Skills Set

• NATM construction
• Underground construction
• Tunneling works
• Civil engineering
• Structural engineering
• Construction supervision
• Site engineering
• Temporary works
• Site preparation
• Construction inspections
• Technical coordination
• Drawing interpretation
• Construction sequencing
• Progress monitoring
• Schedule recovery
• Contractor supervision
• Subcontractor performance monitoring
• Quality assurance
• Quality control
• Project Quality Plan
• Site safety
• Construction safety
• Technical issue resolution
• Interface management
• Rail infrastructure
• Metro construction
• Transportation projects
• Infrastructure construction
• Progress verification
• Payment progress verification
• Corrective action management
• Site reporting
• GCC construction experience

Why Join Us

This role provides direct involvement in technically demanding underground and infrastructure development within Riyadh 's expanding Civil Engineering market. NATM, metro, rail, and major transportation projects require engineers who can combine field supervision with technical judgment, construction safety, quality control, and multidisciplinary coordination. The position offers strong exposure to complex construction environments and can support progression toward Senior Civil Engineer, Construction Manager, Tunnel Engineer, and broader infrastructure delivery roles.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation delivers engineering, infrastructure, construction management, project controls, and technology services for major programs around the world. In Saudi Arabia, its multidisciplinary teams support complex transportation and infrastructure developments, providing civil engineering professionals with opportunities to work on large-scale projects involving advanced construction methods, technical coordination, and high standards of project delivery.