Lead Civil Engineer

V3 Middle East Engineering Consultants; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Saudi Arabia is looking for a Site Representative specialized in structural works. This role involves ensuring compliance with project designs and specifications, monitoring the progress of structural works, and coordinating with contractors and site engineers. The ideal candidate should have a degree in civil or structural engineering and at least 10 years of experience in building construction projects. Familiarity with EDMS software and local codes is essential. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in building construction projects.
• Experience in using EDMS Software, e.g., Aconex.
• Well-versed with MS Office Applications.
• Knowledgeable in local and international codes and standards, e.g., SBC, CSI.

Responsibilities

• Act as site representative for structural works, ensuring compliance with design and specifications.
• Monitor and control the progress of structural works against the baseline schedule.
• Review and approve contractors’ construction sequencing.
• Ensure safety measures are adequately addressed in designs.
• Supervise and inspect the execution of temporary works in line with BS5975.

Skills

Civil or Structural Engineering

Building Construction Projects

EDMS Software

MS Office Applications

Local and international codes and standards

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

V3 Middle East Engineering Consultants is a Class 1 architecture, engineering, and project management consultancy established in 2001. Operating across Saudi Arabia, the firm delivers multidisciplinary design, project management, and construction supervision services. Backed by the global expertise of V3 Companies, V3 Middle East is committed to innovative, high-quality solutions for building and infrastructure projects in both public and private sectors.

Job Description

• Act as site representative for all matters related to structural works, ensuring compliance to projects design and specifications, inclusive of any and all other project requirements.
• Monitor & Control the progress of structural works against the approved Baseline schedule and report on any discrepancies observed.
• Review and approval of contractors’ construction sequencing to ensure that all structural elements are correctly planned.
• Review material approval requests, submittals, method statements, inspection & test plans, and shop drawings.
• Review and approve all temporary works designs and sequencing.
• Development and implementation of all ‘High Risk’ structural activities ‘Go-No Go’ applications.
• Coordination with the HSE Manager in the review of all Lift Plans and Lifting Operations inspections.
• Ensure that all necessary documents are submitted by the temporary works designer, including drawings, calculations, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Verify that structural calculations to ensure that they are complete, correct, and reflect the actual site conditions. This includes load calculations, material strengths, stability checks, and compliance with relevant codes, standards, and Client requirements.
• Ensure the design is compliant with the relevant standards, codes of practice, legal requirements, and Client requirements. This will include, but is not limited to, local regulations, global industry standards agreed with the Client, and Client's Temporary Works Procedure.
• Verify that the design ensures structural stability throughout all stages of the construction, including erection, use, and dismantling.
• Review the design with regard to how it may be practically built across all stages of construction. This review will consider factors including existing and future (if relevant) site conditions, available spaces, and required resources; and must account for erection, maintenance, inspection, and dismantling procedures.
• Ensure that safety measures are adequately addressed in the design, including access, edge protection, and fall prevention.
• Confirm if potential risks are identified and mitigated by the Contractor. Ensure that the design includes measures to address risks such as overload, impact, or environmental factors such as wind.
• Ensure that there are clear instructions for inspections, monitoring, and maintenance throughout the use of temporary works.
• Supervise and inspect the execution of the temporary works in line with BS5975.
• Liaise with the Contractor, Client Representatives, Site Engineers, and Sub-contractors for matters related to structural works. Review and approval of contractors' and subcontractors' structural elements inspection reports and third-party test results.
• Review and approval of civil/structural elements sequencing, installation, and erection with regard to the required safety and quality requirements.
• Provide accurate data and information to QS for the valuation process.
• Track and monitor material and works inspection requests.
• Monitor contractor’s structural, civil, and infrastructure works to ensure compliance with specifications, plans, and drawings. Supervise the Civil/Structural engineering team.
• Liaise with client representatives (designers), contractors, site engineers, and sub-contractors on issues related to structural/civil construction works.
• Provide accurate information and data to the QA/QC Manager for inclusion in the CS Consultants' Progress Reports and presentations. Attend coordination meetings with project team, client, contractors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Review and verify corrective actions established for NCRs and Discrepancy Reports.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• 10 years of experience in Building Construction Projects
• Experience in using EDMS Software, e.g., Aconex, etc.
• Well-versed with MS Office Applications.
• Knowledgeable in local and international codes and standards, e.g., SBC, CSI, etc.