Site Engineer

Saudi Petroleum Services Polytechnic; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Riyadh is seeking a Site Engineer to support a major infrastructure project. The role involves quality control of materials, compliance checks, and coordination with construction teams. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in construction management and fluency in English and Arabic.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years overall experience.
• Minimum 5 years experience in a similar role.
• Experience in the Middle East.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve submitted materials by the contractor.
• Ensure compliance of used materials with project specifications.
• Participate in construction quality control.

Skills

Fluency in English

Arabic language skills

Team management

Strong customer focus

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

BSc in Construction Management

BSc in Engineering

BSc in Architecture

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Title:

Site Engineer

Location:

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Project Description:

The project is a major infrastructure programme for a mixed-use development aiming to be a global landmark recognized for its unique vision and position as an authentic destination in Riyadh. The community will be a distinct, self-sustaining hub for Riyadh offering several iconic assets. KBR will provide Project Management Consultancy services in project planning, controls, design and engineering management, and implementation of the development and early works packages.

The Role:

Reports to the Construction Manager. Will be providing all necessary assistance to the construction team with respect to all materials submittals, approvals, testing, sampling, etc. He will participate in the quality control of materials including all the laboratory and field testing, acceptance of used materials, checking and accepting all remedial and corrective measures.

Main Responsibilities:

• Review and approve (make recommendation for approval) of all submitted materials by the contractor.
• Ensure compliance of used materials with the project's specifications.
• Participate in construction quality control.
• Supervise, participate, and direct sampling and testing of all materials according to the contract and the specifications.
• Maintain records of test results and all corrective actions taken.
• Track and review site testing and certificates of compliance.
• Ensure close and clear coordination of team activities with other staff.
• Inspect and check all delivered materials to site for conformance to project requirements and approval.

Experience, Skills, and Knowledge:

• BSc in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent.
• Minimum 15 years overall experience.
• Minimum 5 years experience in a similar role.
• Minimum 5 years of working experience in the Middle East.
• Knowledge of operational aspects of civil & infrastructure projects including roads, bridges, and utilities, with experience in construction management and practice.
• Experience and skills in managing consultants and contractors.
• User of MS Office.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Arabic language skills.

Competencies:

• Strong customer and stakeholder focus.
• Team management and team player.
• Accepts responsibility.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• HSE awareness.