ENGINEER, QA

alfanar Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and manufacturing firm in Saudi Arabia seeks a Quality Control Engineer to ensure that construction projects meet quality standards. The role involves monitoring work, inspecting materials, and coordinating with project teams. A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and ISO 9001:2015 certification are mandatory. Candidates should have 6 to 10 years of experience in quality control.

Qualifications

• ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems – Lead Auditor certification is mandatory.
• 6 to 10 years of work experience in quality control.

Responsibilities

• Ensure construction projects meet quality standards and specifications.
• Regularly inspect ongoing construction work to verify compliance.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports and maintain QA records.

Skills

Reading technical drawings

Quality Best Practices

Quality Compliance

Education

Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

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Group Overview: Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, we operate construction and manufacturing businesses, design & development centers and a host of facilities in the Middle East and other countries.

alfanar Building Systems

alfanar Construction is classified as a Grade I contractor by the Contractors Classification Committee of the Government of Saudi Arabia.

alfanar Building Systems manufactures and markets a variety of building construction products and systems.

The core manufacturing activities of the industries operating under alfanar Building Systems are:

• Real estate development
• Façade cladding, glazing systems and architectural aluminum products
• Precast concrete products and architectural elements

Role Purpose

Ensure that construction projects meet quality standards and specifications by monitoring activities, inspecting work, and coordinating with project teams. Responsible for identifying issues, preventing defects, and supporting continuous improvement in construction quality.

Key Accountability Areas

Quality Control & Inspection

• Regularly inspect ongoing construction work to make sure it meets project plans, safety codes, and industry standards.
• Monitor the quality of materials, workmanship, and equipment on site to ensure everything is up to standard.
• Identify quality issues, document non-compliance, and promptly inform the site team to address them.
• Follow up to ensure corrective actions are properly carried out and documented.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare detailed inspection reports and keep QA records organized and up to date.
• Review and revise quality-related documents like method statements and inspection checklists to reflect current project requirements.
• Assist in gathering and organizing documents for project handovers, ensuring all quality information is included.

Coordination & Communication

• Work closely with project engineers, site supervisors, and subcontractors to ensure alignment on quality standards.
• Attend site meetings to raise and discuss any quality issues or concerns with the team.
• Coordinate with suppliers and testing labs to ensure all materials meet required quality standards.

Process Improvement

• Suggest improvements to construction processes based on observations and experience to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Share lessons learned from previous projects with the team to prevent recurring issues.

Role Accountability

Essential Certifications

• ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems – Lead Auditor is mandatory.
• ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health Safety Management Systems – Lead Auditor is preferred.
• ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems – Lead Auditor is preferred.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) – ASQ is preferred.
• NEBOSH/IOSH certification is preferred.
• Project Management Certifications is preferred.

Key Technical Skills

• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and project specifications.
• Familiarity with international standards (ASTM, ACI, BS, ISO).
• Inspection and Testing Plans (ITPs) and Method Statements preparation.
• Understanding of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective Action Processes.

Academic Qualification

Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering

Work Experience

6 to 10 Years

Technical / Functional Competencies

• Quality Best Practices
• Quality Compliance