Landscape Inspector - Hardscape Finishes

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons Corporation in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is hiring a Landscape Inspector - Hardscape Finishes for a site-based construction role on a major public-realm development in Diriyah. The inspector will verify the quality and compliance of hardscape finishes and related landscape works, maintain site records, and coordinate interfaces with other construction disciplines.

Ideal candidates hold a Degree in Landscape Architecture, with seven years of directly related landscape experience, and

Qualifications

• Degree in Landscape Architecture required.
• Seven years of directly related landscape inspection experience is preferred.
• Experience with hardscape materials, finishes, installation methods, and workmanship standards.
• Ability to interpret landscape drawings, shop drawings, specifications, and construction details.

Responsibilities

• Attend inspection requests and respond within required timeframes.
• Inspect hardscape finishes against approved requirements and contract drawings.
• Review shop drawings against contract drawings and specifications.
• Ensure compliance with local codes and international practices.
• Maintain daily site records and progress photos.
• Prepare surveillance reports for defective or non-compliant work.
• Coordinate landscape works with civil, structural, drainage, utilities, lighting, and other disciplines.

Skills

Landscape inspection

Site documentation

Quality control

Communication

Education

Degree in Landscape Architecture

Job description

Role Overview

Parsons is hiring a Landscape Inspector - Hardscape Finishes in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for a site-based Construction role on a major public-realm development in Diriyah. Open to Saudi nationals, the position will support the delivery of iconic and neighborhood parks, open spaces, and more than 55 kilometers of streetscape. The inspector will verify the quality and compliance of hardscape finishes and related landscape works. Daily activities will include responding to inspection requests, checking installations against approved documents, maintaining site records, reporting deficiencies, and coordinating interfaces with other construction disciplines.

Job Details

Country: Saudi Arabia
City: Riyadh
Industry: Construction
Function: Building-Construction Inspection
Salary: 8000-14000 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

Hardscape finishes define the safety, durability, accessibility, and visual quality of parks, plazas, pedestrian routes, and streetscape areas. Materials and workmanship must remain consistent across extensive public spaces while accommodating drainage, utilities, lighting, planting, and other site interfaces. The Landscape Inspector will provide continuous field verification so defective or non-compliant work is identified before it progresses. Accurate inspection records and prompt corrective action will help protect design intent, reduce rework, and support the timely completion of public-realm assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend inspection requests submitted by the contractor and respond within the required timeframe.


• Inspect hardscape finishes and related landscape construction against approved requirements.


• Assist in reviewing shop drawings against contract drawings and specifications.


• Check compliance with local codes, statutory requirements, and applicable international practices.


• Identify work that does not conform to approved drawings, specifications, or installation methods.


• Report non-compliant work to the responsible stakeholders for corrective action.


• Monitor workmanship, material quality, and construction progress each day.


• Verify that completed works meet approved samples, details, levels, patterns, and finish requirements.


• Maintain daily site records supported by clear progress photographs.


• Ensure inspection files and supporting evidence remain organized and readily available.


• Prepare surveillance reports for defective, incomplete, or non-compliant work.


• Raise non-conformance reports when required by site conditions and quality procedures.


• Track inspection observations and contractor actions through closure.


• Coordinate landscape works with civil, structural, drainage, utilities, lighting, and other disciplines.


• Identify interface problems and support practical site-based resolutions.


• Provide technical input when hardscape or landscape issues arise during construction.


• Confirm that contractor activities follow approved method statements and contract requirements.


• Maintain records of inspections, executed quantities, observations, and accepted work.


• Assist with measuring completed works when requested.


• Observe site-safety procedures and report unsafe conditions through established channels.


• Communicate inspection findings clearly to engineers, contractors, and supervision-team members.

Ideal Profile

The preferred candidate is a Saudi landscape professional with practical inspection experience and a detailed understanding of hardscape construction.

• Degree in Landscape Architecture.


• Minimum seven years of directly related landscape experience.


• Practical knowledge of hardscape materials, finishes, installation methods, and workmanship standards.


• Ability to interpret landscape drawings, shop drawings, specifications, and construction details.


• Experience inspecting public-realm, park, streetscape, or urban-landscape works is desirable.


• Understanding of quality inspections, surveillance reports, and non-conformance procedures.


• Ability to recognize defects and provide clear supporting evidence.


• Familiarity with multidisciplinary construction interfaces.


• Strong site-recording, photography, reporting, and documentation abilities.


• Effective communication and coordination skills.


• Ability to work outdoors and maintain regular site coverage.


• Awareness of construction health and safety practices.

Why Join Us

This role offers hands-on involvement in a high-profile Diriyah public-realm program where finish quality will directly shape how communities experience parks, open spaces, and pedestrian environments. The scale of the development provides valuable exposure to varied materials, complex interfaces, and extensive streetscape delivery. The position offers a strong foundation for advancement into senior landscape inspection, quality, and site-supervision roles within Saudi Arabia 's active Construction market.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation provides engineering, landscape, construction-supervision, and program-management services for major infrastructure and urban developments. Its site teams help clients achieve coordinated, compliant, and high-quality project delivery.