On‑Site Architectural Construction Lead

Parsons; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Resident Construction Engineer - Architect in Saudi Arabia. You will manage both administrative and site-based construction monitoring activities, providing technical oversight to ensure design, budget, schedule, quality, safety and contractual compliance.

You will monitor contracts and coordinate architectural aspects with structural, MEP and landscape teams, implementing QA/QC and reporting on progress, cost and quality for project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture from a recognized institution.
• Minimum 5 years of post‑graduation experience with site inspection and construction management in architectural works.
• Solid understanding of architectural design principles, building materials and detailing.
• Knowledge of IBC/UBC, ADA standards and local regulations.
• Fluent in English; ability to produce clear technical documentation and reports.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, MS Office and document-management systems.
• Must be able to obtain a Saudi Driving License.

Responsibilities

• Monitor multiple contracts and architectural field activities to ensure compliance with contractual requirements, including scope, cost, schedule, installation and quality.
• Oversee architectural elements such as building facades, envelopes, finishes, detailing, accessibility and code compliance; coordinate with structural, MEP and landscape teams.
• Implement QA/QC programs, safety, environmental requirements and specifications during work activities.
• Provide technical clarifications and guidance to contractors on schedule, procedures and scope of work.
• Plan, organize, monitor and follow up on contractor activities; supervise work and inspections.
• Develop professional relationships with contractors; participate in progress, risk and close-out activities.
• Review plans, ITPs, submittals, shop drawings and as-built drawings for contract compliance; identify discrepancies and obtain approvals.
• Coordinate with other departments and third parties to obtain support and approvals; resolve schedule/interface conflicts.
• Recommend schedule changes and approve changes where required.
• Compile data for weekly/monthly progress, cost and quality reports; advise on issues affecting schedule/quality.
• Assist in administrative tasks and correspondence related to SRCM/SRCE.
• Review and validate billing items, confirm progress and determine payments.
• Assist in documenting and evaluating claims or delays related to architectural works.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Site inspection

Construction management

English documentation

Driving license

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Document management systems

Job description

Parsons is seeking a Resident Construction Engineer - Architect in Saudi Arabia. You will manage both administrative and site-based construction monitoring activities, providing technical oversight to ensure design, budget, schedule, quality, safety and contractual compliance.

You will monitor contracts and coordinate architectural aspects with structural, MEP and landscape teams, implementing QA/QC and reporting on progress, cost and quality for project success.