Lead Field Engineer Architectural Finishes

Atkins Realis Group; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Atkins Realis Group in Riyadh is seeking an experienced Field Engineer Architectural Finishes to supervise and monitor architectural finishing works for a large-scale development project. The role focuses on delivering high-quality finishes in line with drawings and specs.

You will ensure compliance with design intent, approved samples, and QA/QC procedures, coordinating with resident engineers, architects, interior designers, and contractors to meet schedules and quality targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related discipline.
• 8+ years in building construction and architectural supervision.
• Experience with luxury hospitality or large mixed-use projects.
• Expertise in finishes, cladding, glazing, stone, and joinery.
• Experience reviewing shop drawings and submittals.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and inspect architectural finishing works to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications and contract requirements.
• Monitor installation of wall finishes, ceilings, flooring, cladding, joinery, and decorative elements.
• Review shop drawings, material submittals and method statements.
• Conduct site inspections to verify workmanship quality.
• Coordinate with design teams to resolve interface issues.
• Assist in progress meetings and project handover activities.

Skills

Site supervision

Quality assurance

Communication skills

Report writing

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or related field

Tools

MS Office

Construction management software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Field Engineer Architectural Finishes to supervise and monitor architectural finishing works for a prestigious large-scale development project in Riyadh Saudi Arabia.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all architectural finishes are executed in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, quality standards, design intent and project schedules.

Working closely with the Resident Engineer, Construction Manager, architects, interior designers, contractors and specialist suppliers, the Field Engineer will play a vital role in delivering high-quality finishes across convention centers, hospitality facilities, mixed-use developments and landmark building projects.

Your role

• Supervise and inspect architectural finishing works to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications and contract requirements.
• Monitor installation of architectural finishes including wall finishes, ceilings, flooring, cladding, joinery, millwork, decorative elements, waterproofing and facade-related finishes.
• Ensure finishes are delivered in accordance with design intent, approved material samples, mock-ups and quality standards.
• Review shop drawings, material submittals, method statements and technical submissions related to architectural works.
• Conduct regular site inspections to verify workmanship quality and compliance with approved standards.
• Coordinate with architectural, structural, MEP, interior design and specialist contractor teams to resolve interface issues.
• Monitor contractor progress and ensure finishing activities are aligned with approved construction schedules.
• Review mock-ups and sample installations and recommend acceptance or corrective actions.
• Verify that materials delivered to site comply with approved specifications and material submittals.
• Witness inspections and testing activities related to finishes, waterproofing systems, sealants, coatings and facade elements.
• Ensure compliance with approved Quality Assurance and Quality Control QA QC procedures.
• Identify quality deficiencies and issue site observations, non-conformance reports and corrective action recommendations.
• Support the review and resolution of Requests for Information RFIs, technical queries and site instructions.
• Monitor contractor workmanship standards and ensure corrective actions are implemented where necessary.
• Participate in progress meetings, inspections, design coordination meetings and technical reviews.
• Assist in verifying completed works for progress reporting and payment certification.
• Conduct snagging and de-snagging inspections and ensure timely closure of punch list items.
• Support testing commissioning operational readiness and project handover activities.
• Ensure compliance with health safety and environmental requirements during finishing operations.
• Maintain detailed records of inspections, approvals, observations and project documentation.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor s Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8+ years of overall professional experience in building construction and architectural supervision.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in architectural finishes supervision on major building projects.
• Proven experience in luxury hotels, resorts, convention centers, mixed-use developments, commercial towers, or high-end building developments.
• Experience within Site Supervision Consultancy, Engineering Consultancy, or PMC environments is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of architectural finishes, interior fit-out works, and building envelope systems.
• Experience supervising installation of stone, marble, granite, ceramic tiles, wood flooring, gypsum systems, suspended ceilings, decorative finishes, wall coverings, joinery, and specialty finishes.
• Familiarity with hospitality industry standards and high-quality finishing requirements.
• Experience reviewing shop drawings, materials, mock-ups, and technical submittals.
• Strong understanding of QA/QC requirements, inspection procedures, and material testing processes.
• Knowledge of international building standards and architectural construction best practices.
• Ability to identify workmanship deficiencies and recommend practical solutions.
• Previous experience on projects in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and technical reporting skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant construction management software.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic language skills are an advantage.