Construction Engineer

Atkins Realis Group; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Atkins Realis Group in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Construction Engineer to support delivery of a large-scale development project. You will supervise construction activities, coordinate contractors and stakeholders, and ensure compliance with drawings, specifications and standards.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Construction Engineering and 10+ years of site supervision on major buildings or hospitality schemes, with strong QA/QC, method statements review, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, construction engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in construction and site supervision.
• Minimum 5 years as a Construction Engineer on major building projects.
• Experience with large-scale buildings or hospitality projects and QA/QC procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise construction activities to ensure compliance with drawings, specs and standards.
• Coordinate daily site activities among contractors, subcontractors and stakeholders.
• Review methodologies, method statements and technical submissions.
• Monitor progress to align with schedules and milestones.
• Identify risks and issues, proposing appropriate solutions.
• Review shop drawings, material submittals and technical documentation.

Skills

Construction supervision

Coordination

Shop drawings review

QA/QC procedures

MS Office

Engineering software

FIDIC knowledge

English communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering / Construction Engineering

Tools

Engineering software

AutoCAD (implied)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Construction Engineer to support the delivery of a prestigious large-scale development project in Riyadh Saudi Arabia.

Your role

• Supervise and monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, contract requirements, and applicable standards
• Coordinate daily site activities among contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and project stakeholders
• Review construction methodologies, work procedures, method statements, and technical submissions
• Monitor project progress and ensure works are executed in accordance with approved schedules and milestones
• Assist in identifying construction risks, delays, and technical issues, and recommend appropriate solutions
• Review shop drawings, material submittents, and technical documentation for compliance with project requirements
• Conduct regular site inspections and ensure construction quality is maintained throughout project execution
• Coordinate with civil, structural, architectural, MEP, and specialist disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery
• Verify that construction materials and workmanship meet approved quality standards and specifications
• Witness inspections, testing activities, and commissioning processes to ensure compliance with project requirements
• Monitor contractor performance, productivity, and resource allocation
• Review and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs), site queries, and technical clarifications
• Ensure compliance with approved Quality Assurance and Quality Control procedures
• Monitor Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) compliance and report unsafe conditions or practices
• Verify quantities and completed works to support progress reporting and payment certification
• Participate in project coordination meetings, technical reviews and progress meetings
• Assist with the management of variations, site instructions, and non-conformance reports
• Support testing, commissioning, snagging, de-snagging and handover activities
• Maintain accurate project records, inspection reports, and technical documentation
• Contribute to project closeout activities and final documentation submissions

• Bachelor s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 10+ years of overall professional experience in construction and site supervision.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Construction Engineer on major building projects.
• Proven experience in large-scale buildings, convention centers, hotels, resorts, mixed-use developments, commercial complexes, or hospitality projects.
• Experience within Site Supervision Consultancy, PMC, or Engineering Consultancy environments is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and project execution processes.
• Experience reviewing shop drawings, material submittents, method statements, and technical reports.
• Knowledge of international building codes, construction standards, and engineering best practices.
• Familiarity with QA/QC procedures, inspection requirements, and testing protocols.
• Working knowledge of construction contracts, including FIDIC principles, is desirable.
• Strong problem-solving and technical coordination skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering software applications.
• Experience working on projects in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication, report-writing, and stakeholder management skills.
• Membership in a recognized professional engineering institution is an advantage.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic language skills are an advantage.