Electrical Inspector

Solaiman A. ElKhereiji (SAK) Engineering Consultant Company; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Solaiman A. ElKhereiji (SAK) Engineering Consultant Company in Riyadh is seeking an Electrical Inspector to verify that ELV and electrical installations meet IFC/shop drawings, specifications, and QA/QC requirements.

You will work with the CSC team on a high-profile heritage/ Vision 2030 project, ensuring LEED sustainability and compliance across all electrical trades. The role requires thorough testing, coordinating interfaces with architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines, and documenting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
• 5–8 years of experience in electrical inspection, QA/QC, or electrical site supervision on large-scale construction projects.
• 2–3 years GCC experience preferred.
• Familiar with NEC, IEC, NFPA, SBC and LEED requirements is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Inspect electrical installations (LV/ELV) for conformance with IFC/shop drawings and specs.
• Witness and verify electrical testing (Megger, continuity, earth resistance, etc.).
• Coordinate electrical interfaces with other disciplines to prevent clashes.
• Prepare Daily Site Reports and document NCR/SOR processes.
• Assist in verifying As-Built drawings and commissioning documentation.

Skills

Electrical inspection

QA/QC

Site supervision

Electrical testing

Documentation

Education

Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Aconex

Job description

Join a highly reputable AEC consultancy with over 40 years of experience delivering iconic projects across hospitality, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use sectors. With expertise in sustainable design, construction supervision, and project management, the firm is a leader in the industry, renowned for its comprehensive and forward-thinking approach to high-impact developments.

Project Overview:

This prestigious heritage development in Riyadh forms part of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 initiative and targets LEED Gold certification.

The development includes mixed-use buildings, academies, a traditional Najdi-style local mosque, a digital art museum, a unique mud-brick cinema, and underground parking facilities. The project combines state-of-the-art building systems with traditional architectural elements, reflecting both cultural authenticity and modern sustainability objectives.

Job Summary:

The Electrical Inspector is a site-based quality control role responsible for verifying that electrical and associated ELV installations are executed in accordance with approved IFC and shop drawings, technical specifications, approved material submittals, method statements, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), applicable codes and standards, and project quality requirements.

Working as part of the Construction Supervision Consultant (CSC) team of over 80 site professionals, the Electrical Inspector reports to the Electrical/MEP Resident Engineer and supports the wider CSC team in monitoring the Contractor's day-to-day electrical works.

The role requires strong technical knowledge of electrical distribution, lighting, power, earthing, lightning protection, containment, and associated ELV systems, together with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to enforce project quality, safety, and LEED sustainability requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect electrical installations, including conduits, trunking, cable trays, cable ladders, raceways, and other containment systems for compliance with approved drawings and project specifications.
• Verify cable tray and containment routing, support spacing, installation levels, accessibility, bonding, segregation, and cable fill ratios.
• Inspect LV power cable installation, including cable laying, pulling, dressing, identification, segregation, termination, and gland installation.
• Verify proper segregation between LV, ELV, emergency, fire alarm, communication, and other electrical systems in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Inspect the installation of MDBs, SMDBs, distribution boards, switchgear, control panels, isolators, and associated electrical equipment against approved drawings and material submittals.
• Inspect lighting installations, including light fixtures, lighting controls, emergency lighting, exit signage, sensors, and associated wiring.
• Verify the installation of power outlets, switches, floor boxes, isolators, and other wiring devices against approved shop drawings and room requirements.
• Inspect earthing and bonding systems, including earth conductors, earth pits, bonding connections, equipment earthing, and continuity requirements.
• Inspect lightning protection systems, including air terminals, down conductors, bonding arrangements, test joints, and earth termination networks.
• Witness and verify electrical testing activities, including:
• Insulation resistance (Megger) testing
• Continuity testing
• Earth resistance testing
• Earth loop impedance testing
• Polarity testing
• Functional testing
• Electrical panel testing
• Check the functional operation and interface requirements of emergency lighting, exit signage, fire alarm, and relevant ELV systems.
• Inspect and coordinate ELV installations where applicable, including BMS, ICT, structured cabling, CCTV, access control, security, public address, AV, and other low-current systems.
• Ensure electrical installations comply with manufacturers' recommendations, approved method statements, technical specifications, approved material submittals, and applicable international and local codes.
• Review electrical installations against approved IFC drawings, Shop Drawings, Material Submittals, Method Statements, and relevant technical specifications.
• Coordinate electrical interfaces and clearances with architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and other disciplines to identify potential clashes and prevent rework.
• Verify builders' work requirements associated with electrical services, including openings, sleeves, embedded conduits, equipment bases, access provisions, and service penetrations.
• Adhere to the approved Inspection & Test Plan (ITP) and verify inspection stages, witness points, and hold points before allowing subsequent works to proceed.
• Review and process Work Inspection Requests (WIRs) and Material Inspection Requests (MIRs) in a timely manner.
• Verify that electrical materials delivered to site comply with approved material submittals, project specifications, and relevant technical requirements.
• Identify and document defective or non-compliant electrical works and elevate deviations through Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and Site Observation Reports (SORs) as required.
• Monitor corrective actions and verify closure of electrical observations and non-conformances.
• Conduct routine site surveillance to identify workmanship, quality, coordination, and installation issues before formal inspections.
• Prepare Daily Site Reports covering electrical manpower, equipment, site activities, inspection status, progress, and significant observations.
• Maintain accurate records of electrical inspections, testing activities, outstanding observations, and corrective actions.
• Conduct electrical snagging and de-snagging inspections and support testing, commissioning, handover, and final acceptance activities.
• Assist in verifying As-Built drawings against actual electrical installations and site conditions.
• Support testing and commissioning activities and verify that relevant testing records, certificates, and commissioning documentation are properly completed.
• Provide electrical input to CSC Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Progress Reports.
• Review and verify the Contractor's electrical progress reports and percentage progress claimed within the Contractor's Interim Payment Applications (IPA).
• Monitor compliance with project LEED sustainability requirements relevant to electrical installations, equipment, energy efficiency, lighting controls, and associated systems.

Key Qualifications:

Educational Background

Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.

Candidates holding a Diploma with substantial and demonstrable electrical inspection/site supervision experience may also be considered.

Professional Experience

Minimum 5–8 years of experience in electrical inspection, QA/QC, or electrical site supervision on large-scale construction projects.

Ideally, candidates should have:

• At least 2–3 years of GCC experience.
• Experience working on large-scale commercial, mixed-use, hospitality, cultural, institutional, or infrastructure developments.
• Previous experience working within a Construction Supervision Consultant (CSC) or engineering consultancy environment is an advantage.
• Demonstrable experience inspecting LV electrical distribution, lighting, power, earthing, lightning protection, containment, and associated ELV systems.

Technical Skills

Strong working knowledge of:

• LV electrical distribution systems
• Switchgear, MDBs, SMDBs, and distribution boards
• Power and lighting systems
• Emergency lighting and exit signage
• Electrical containment systems
• Cable installation and termination
• Earthing and bonding
• Electrical testing and commissioning
• ELV systems
• WIR/MIR inspection procedures
• NCR and SOR processes
• Shop drawings and IFC drawings
• Method statements
• Technical specifications

Candidates should be familiar with applicable international and Saudi codes and standards, including NEC, IEC, NFPA, Saudi Building Code (SBC) and other relevant electrical requirements.

Knowledge of LEED requirements applicable to electrical installations and energy-efficient building systems is desirable.

Certifications:

Relevant professional certifications, electrical inspection/QA-QC certifications, or membership in recognized engineering institutions are desirable.

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail and observational skills.
• Ability to identify non-compliant electrical installations and workmanship.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate professionally with contractors, engineers, and multidisciplinary CSC teams.
• Strong documentation and reporting capabilities.
• Sound technical judgment when identifying, documenting, and escalating non-conformances.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced construction environment.

Technical Proficiency:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with electronic document management and QA/QC inspection tracking systems.
• Familiarity with Aconex or similar construction document management platforms is desirable.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, BIM/model viewers, or other digital construction tools is an advantage.

Joining Time:

Candidates should be available to join within approximately 12–14 days (two weeks).