Lead QAQC Civil Engineer – Fit-Out & Inspections

AECOM; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a seasoned QAQC professional for fit-out projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on comprehensive inspections, quality reporting, and ensuring conformance with design standards and regulatory requirements.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years of QAQC experience, strong supervisory skills, and expertise in structural & attraction-specific systems. On-site work with multiple stakeholders, including third-party inspectors, is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive QAQC, quality assurance, or quality control experience in construction, fit-out, or attraction installation projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in evaluating and applying engineering techniques, procedures, and construction specifications.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable building codes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements for structural installations and attraction-specific systems.
• Proven experience conducting comprehensive inspections, walk-downs, and quality assessments of complex construction projects.
• Strong proficiency in preparing detailed quality reports, non-conformance documentation, and technical specifications.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate effectively with contractors, consultants, design teams, and third-party inspectors.
• Proven experience in quantity surveying, material tracking, and cost management documentation.
• Advanced technical writing and documentation skills, including as-built records and photographic documentation.
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory or mentoring experience with junior QAQC personnel, technicians, or drafting staff.
• Proficiency with project scheduling software and quality management systems.
• Strong understanding of testing, certification, and regulatory approval protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive QAQC duties on fit-out projects under general supervision, with progressive independence based on experience and project requirements.
• Evaluate, select, and apply standard civil engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to meet construction specifications and design requirements for fit-out installations, including structural elements, mechanical systems, and attraction-specific components.
• Exercise sound professional judgment in assessing work details, finishes, joinery, themed works, mock-ups, fabrication quality, steelwork, plinths, anchors, embedded items, and all fit-out deliverables against engineering standards.
• Independently conduct comprehensive walk-downs and inspections of installed fit-out commodities and structural elements to ensure conformance with specifications, design standards, and contractual requirements.
• Perform quantity surveys and material tracking for fit-out progress reporting and cost management purposes throughout all project phases.
• Document inspection findings, non-conformances, and corrective actions; prepare detailed quality reports for project stakeholders, design teams, and third-party ride inspectors specific to fit-out work.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and design teams to resolve quality issues and ensure timely remediation of fit-out deficiencies and structural non-conformances.
• Verify testing and certification protocols for structural installations, safety systems, and attraction-specific fit-out components in compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Oversee fit-out readiness activities and compile technical documentation required for third-party inspections and regulatory approvals.
• Provide technical direction and guidance to drafters, technicians, surveyors, and junior QAQC personnel on fit-out project requirements and civil engineering standards.
• Monitor fit-out project schedules and quality milestones to ensure adherence to timelines and quality benchmarks throughout all phases of the fit-out installation.
• Maintain detailed quality records, photographic documentation, and as-built records for fit-out project closeout and warranty purposes.

Skills

QAQC

Walk-downs

Inspections

Quality reports

Coordination

Cost management

Supervision

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PE or CQE certification

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

AECOM is seeking a seasoned QAQC professional for fit-out projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on comprehensive inspections, quality reporting, and ensuring conformance with design standards and regulatory requirements.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years of QAQC experience, strong supervisory skills, and expertise in structural & attraction-specific systems. On-site work with multiple stakeholders, including third-party inspectors, is expected.