HSE Specialist - Construction Safety Compliance

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking an HSE Specialist - Construction Safety Compliance in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for a major hospitality project. You will advise management on safety plans, conduct risk assessments, and monitor regulatory compliance across site operations.

The role requires a Saudi national with construction supervision experience, strong hazard identification, incident investigation skills, and proactive safety leadership on complex construction sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent qualification from an accredited institution.
• Diploma in safety, health, environmental, loss prevention, or related field may be considered.
• Minimum three years of construction supervision or site-safety experience.
• Recognised health and safety education, professional certification, licence, or training.
• Knowledge of ISO 45001:2018 occupational health and safety requirements.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001:2015 environmental management requirements.
• NEBOSH Diploma or similar qualifications would be valuable.
• Valid KSA driving licence is required.
• Experience with engineering consultancy or infrastructure projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise senior construction management on establishing and managing safety processes.
• Assist in formulating, implementing, and maintaining project safety plans.
• Identify hazards affecting personnel and property.
• Recommend elimination or control measures.
• Audit and inspect work areas and follow up on corrective actions.
• Record inspection findings and ensure closure of actions with responsible teams.
• Supervise first-aid and support treatment of injuries.
• Review accidents and prepare periodic safety reports.
• Lead accident investigations and determine contributing factors.
• Represent management during regulatory inspections.
• Distribute inspection reports with corrective-action recommendations.
• Oversee new-hire safety orientation and safety training programs.
• Conduct risk assessments for upcoming construction activities and guide safety planning.
• Monitor compliance with regulations and project requirements.

Skills

Construction safety supervision

Site safety audits

Hazard identification

Job safety analysis

Construction risk assessment

Accident investigation

Corrective-action monitoring

Emergency coordination

Safety training

ISO 45001:2018

ISO 14001:2015

NEBOSH training

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Diploma in safety/health/environment

NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Snapshot

Role: HSE Specialist - Construction Safety Compliance

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Industry: Construction

Function: Occupational Health and Safety

Experience: Minimum 3 years

Job Type: Full-time

Parsons is hiring an HSE Specialist - Construction Safety Compliance in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for a major hospitality project within the Construction industry. This opportunity is open to Saudi nationals with experience in construction supervision, workplace safety inspections, risk assessment, accident investigation, and regulatory compliance. The specialist will advise project and construction management on the development, implementation, and monitoring of major project safety plans. The role requires an observant and proactive professional capable of identifying hazards, recommending corrective measures, and strengthening safety awareness across site operations.

Job Details

Country: Saudi Arabia

City: Riyadh

Industry: Construction

Function: Occupational Health and Safety

Salary: 10000-16000 SAR per month Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Riyadh; please confirm the final offer with the employer.

Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Saudi National Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

A large hospitality development requires consistent safety oversight across construction activities, contractors, workers, equipment, and site facilities. The HSE Specialist will help management convert safety requirements into practical controls that protect people, property, and project continuity. The position combines field inspections with safety planning, training, documentation, and incident analysis. Its impact will be measured through improved hazard control, stronger regulatory compliance, timely corrective action, and safer working practices throughout the project.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise the senior construction site representative on establishing and managing ESHARP Management and Parsons SH and E processes.


• Assist project and construction management in formulating, implementing, and maintaining project-specific safety plans.


• Identify hazards affecting personnel, property, equipment, and construction activities.


• Recommend elimination measures, engineering controls, administrative controls, and other appropriate precautions.


• Audit and inspect work areas to detect unsafe conditions, practices, or procedural gaps.


• Record inspection findings and follow up with responsible teams until corrective actions are completed.


• Supervise first-aid personnel and support the treatment of occupational injuries or illnesses.


• Review accident records and prepare periodic reports on incidents, trends, and corrective measures.


• Initiate and conduct accident investigations, determine contributing factors, and prepare formal incident reports.


• Represent management during site inspections conducted by regulatory authorities or company insurance representatives.


• Receive, review, and distribute safety inspection reports with clear corrective-action recommendations.


• Oversee new-hire safety orientation and support other safety-related training programs.


• Conduct risk assessments for upcoming construction activities and contribute technical guidance to safety planning.


• Monitor compliance with applicable KSA regulations, project requirements, and recognized health and safety standards.


• Perform other safety responsibilities assigned by project management.

Ideal Profile

The preferred candidate is a Saudi national with practical construction-site experience and the confidence to challenge unsafe practices professionally.

• Bachelor 's degree in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent qualification from an accredited institution.


• Diploma in safety, health, environmental, loss prevention, or a related field may also be considered.


• Minimum three years of construction supervision or site-safety experience.


• Recognized health and safety education, professional certification, licence, or training.


• Knowledge of ISO 45001:2018 occupational health and safety requirements.


• Familiarity with ISO 14001:2015 environmental management requirements.


• NEBOSH Diploma, ISO auditing qualifications, First Aid, or Fire Safety training would be valuable.


• Valid KSA driving licence is required.


• Experience with an engineering consultancy or infrastructure project is preferred.


• Previous professional experience in Saudi Arabia would be advantageous.


• Ability to communicate safety expectations clearly across management, contractors, and site personnel.

Skills Set

• Construction health and safety supervision


• Site safety audits and inspections


• Hazard identification and control


• Job safety analysis


• Construction risk assessment


• Accident and incident investigation


• Corrective-action monitoring


• Emergency and first-aid coordination


• Safety induction and workforce training


• ESHARP Management processes


• ISO 45001:2018


• ISO 14001:2015


• NEBOSH safety practices


• Environmental compliance


• Fire and life safety awareness


• Regulatory inspection coordination


• Safety reporting and record management


• Contractor HSE performance monitoring

Why Join Us

This role provides direct involvement in a distinctive hospitality development where effective safety management is essential to successful project delivery. It offers a Saudi HSE professional the opportunity to deepen construction-safety expertise while working alongside experienced engineering and project-management teams. The position also supports long-term career growth in a field experiencing sustained demand across Saudi Arabia 's expanding construction and infrastructure market.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation delivers engineering, technology, and project-management solutions for complex infrastructure and development programs. Its multidisciplinary teams focus on safe execution, technical quality, operational discipline, and the professional development of their people.