Material submittal Officer (Wood Factory / Joinery)

Jadeer; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Material Technical Submittals (MTS) Engineer / Coordinator to manage material submittals for wood, joinery, and finishes. The ideal candidate will have a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Architecture and 3-4 years of experience in relevant projects. Responsibilities include preparing material submissions, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with project standards. Strong knowledge of wood materials and proficiency in MS Excel are essential. Preference is given to candidates from Indian, Pakistani, and Filipino nationalities.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in material submittals within wood factories, joinery, or interior fit-out projects.
• Good understanding of finishes and joinery systems.
• Comfortable using MS Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Review project drawings and specifications to identify required materials.
• Prepare and submit Material Technical Submittals for approval.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to collect necessary documentation.
• Track all submissions and ensure timely follow-ups.
• Ensure materials comply with project standards.

Skills

Understanding of wood materials

MS Excel proficiency

Familiarity with construction documentation

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related field

Tools

MS Excel

PDF editing tools

Job description

Job Summary

We’re looking for a Material Technical Submittals (MTS) Engineer / Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you’ll handle all material submittals related to wood, joinery, and finishes, ensuring everything is properly prepared, submitted, approved, and aligned with project requirements. You’ll work closely with consultants, suppliers, procurement, and factory/site teams to make sure approved materials are used smoothly from production to installation.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Review project drawings, specifications, and BOQs to identify required wood, joinery, finishes, hardware, and accessories

• Prepare and submit Material Technical Submittals (MTS) for consultant and client approval

• Coordinate with suppliers, manufacturers, and internal factory teams to collect datasheets, certificates, samples, and mockups

• Track all submissions using the Material Submittal Log (MSL) and ensure timely follow-ups

• Respond to consultant/client comments and manage revisions until final approval

• Ensure materials comply with project standards (fire ratings, finishes, sustainability, LEED requirements if applicable)

• Coordinate with the procurement team to confirm approvals before material ordering

• Work closely with production and site teams to ensure only approved materials are used on site

What We’re Looking For

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related field

• 3–4 years of experience in material submittals within wood factories, joinery, or interior fit-out projects

• Good understanding of wood materials, finishes, hardware, and joinery systems

• Familiarity with consultant approval processes and construction documentation

• Comfortable using MS Excel, Word, and PDF editing tools

• Preferred Nationalities: Indian, Pakistani, Filipino