HSE Inspector - Construction Safety Compliance

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 100,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons Corporation in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, seeks an HSE Inspector to ensure construction safety compliance across offices and active sites. You will perform routine inspections, report findings, and support incident investigations with project teams and Client representatives.

Ideal candidates have an engineering degree and at least 4 years of HSE experience, including 2 years in an inspector role. NEBOSH IGC and IOSH/IIRSM credentials are desirable, with Saudi experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree from an accredited university.
• Minimum 4 years of HSE experience.
• At least 2 years in an HSE Inspector or similar site safety role.
• NEBOSH IGC or equivalent; IOSH/IIRSM desirable.
• Saudi/Middle East project exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine HSE inspections across project offices, construction areas, and contractor work locations.
• Identify unsafe conditions, unsafe acts, and deficiencies requiring corrective action.
• Liaise with Project Managers on safety deficiencies affecting personnel or operations.
• Collect, review, and consolidate HSE data from supervision consultants and contractors.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly HSE reports and summaries for Client review.
• Verify that HSE deliverables are submitted, reviewed, and implemented as required.
• Maintain records of inspections, assessments, and corrective actions.
• Support incident investigations and risk assessments when requested.
• Deliver HSE orientation sessions and awareness training as needed.

Skills

HSE inspections

Construction safety

Safety compliance

HSE reporting

Contractor monitoring

Incident investigation support

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Data analysis

Education

Engineering degree

NEBOSH IGC

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

HSE Inspector - Construction Safety Compliance Job Snapshot Role: HSE Inspector - Construction Safety Compliance Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Industry: Construction Function: Occupational Health and Safety Experience: 4 years, including at least 2 years in a similar HSE inspection role Job Type: Full-time

Job Details

Country: Saudi Arabia City: Riyadh Industry: Construction Function: Occupational Health and Safety Salary: 9000-14000 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 HSE Inspector will provide visible site-level safety assurance and help translate project HSE requirements into practical daily controls. Reporting to senior HSE management, the role will monitor contractor and supervision consultant performance, identify unsafe conditions, track corrective actions, support incident investigations, and maintain accurate reporting. The position requires a practical, self-directed professional capable of working across offices and active construction areas while maintaining effective communication with project teams and Client representatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine HSE inspections across project offices, construction areas, and contractor work locations.
• Identify unsafe conditions, unsafe acts, and procedural deficiencies requiring immediate or planned corrective action.
• Liaise with Project Managers and Construction Managers on safety deficiencies that could affect personnel or project operations.
• Collect, review, and consolidate HSE data received from supervision consultants and contractors.
• Prepare accurate daily, weekly, and monthly HSE reports and statistical summaries for Client review.
• Verify that contractor and supervision consultant HSE deliverables are submitted, reviewed, approved, and implemented as required.
• Follow up outstanding Safety Observation Reports, abnormal events, audit findings, compliance inspections, and corrective actions.
• Maintain visibility of overdue HSE closeout items and elevate significant delays where necessary.
• Conduct monthly office inspections and office risk assessments.
• Participate in HSE assurance activities across project facilities and construction operations.
• Organize and attend contractor HSE meetings and coordination sessions.
• Prepare clear meeting minutes, action trackers, and follow-up records for HSE discussions.
• Deliver HSE orientation sessions for new employees, visitors, and other personnel as required.
• Support HSE awareness training for Parsons personnel, supervision consultants, contractors, and Client teams.
• Promote safe personal behavior and demonstrate consistent compliance with project HSE requirements.
• Support incident, near-miss, injury, damage, and loss investigations when requested.
• Review information relating to first-aid cases, near misses, injuries, property damage, and other HSE events.
• Assist in identifying trends and recurring safety issues from project incident and performance data.
• Monitor overall HSE performance and communicate areas requiring additional management attention.
• Liaise professionally with Client representatives on HSE matters and provide supporting information when required.
• Verify implementation of HSE requirements during shift, weekend, and extended working periods when applicable.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, assessments, observations, training, meetings, and corrective actions.
• Support preparation of presentations and HSE awareness materials.
• Use project reporting and office applications to maintain reliable HSE documentation and performance records.
• Escalate significant safety concerns promptly to appropriate project and HSE leadership.
• Contribute to a proactive safety culture through consistent field presence, communication, and follow-up.

Ideal Profile

• Degree in Engineering from an accredited university or equivalent recognized qualification.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant HSE experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in an HSE Inspector or comparable site safety role.
• Previous Middle East project exposure is desirable, with Saudi Arabian experience preferred.
• NEBOSH International General Certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Professional membership with IOSH, IIRSM, or a comparable HSE organization is desirable.
• Practical understanding of construction site health and safety requirements.
• Experience conducting HSE inspections, assurance activities, and risk assessments.
• Able to monitor contractors and follow corrective actions through to documented closeout.
• Experience supporting incident investigations and reviewing HSE event information.
• Strong report writing and data gathering capability.
• Comfortable preparing safety statistics, reports, presentations, and meeting records.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage professionally with contractors, consultants, Clients, and project personnel.
• Self-motivated and capable of completing assigned work with limited supervision.
• Able to remain effective in challenging site situations and communicate safety concerns clearly.
• Flexible regarding working hours where shift or weekend HSE coverage is required.

Skills Set

• HSE inspections
• Construction safety
• Safety compliance
• HSE assurance
• Site safety monitoring
• Risk assessment
• Safety observations
• Corrective action tracking
• Contractor HSE monitoring
• HSE reporting
• Safety statistics
• Incident investigation support
• Near-miss reporting
• Office safety inspections
• HSE audits
• Safety awareness training
• HSE orientation
• NEBOSH IGC
• IOSH
• IIRSM
• Client coordination
• Contractor coordination
• Safety meeting management
• HSE data analysis
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Report writing
• Construction HSE documentation
• Corrective action closeout

Why Join Us

Large construction and infrastructure programs in Riyadh require HSE professionals who can maintain a strong field presence while ensuring that safety findings are documented, communicated, and closed effectively. This role offers practical exposure to contractor oversight, Client reporting, incident support, assurance activities, and day‑to‑day safety performance across an active Construction environment. It provides a solid platform for an HSE Inspector seeking broader project experience and professional growth in Saudi Arabia.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation delivers engineering, infrastructure, program management, and technology solutions for complex projects worldwide. In Saudi Arabia, its teams support major construction and infrastructure programs through HSE assurance, engineering management, project controls, technical oversight, and coordinated delivery focused on safe and compliant project execution.