Project Engineer

XAD Technologies; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company is seeking a skilled professional in Riyadh for overseeing OSP fiber optic telecom projects. The role entails project planning, management, technical support, and execution oversight to ensure compliance with specification standards. Ideal candidates will have 4-7 years of relevant experience and strong communication and leadership skills. If you're adept at managing multiple teams and site operations, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in OSP fiber optic telecom projects is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of OSP design, execution, and acceptance processes.
• Proficiency in reviewing drawings, splicing diagrams, and OTDR analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare project execution plans and resource plans.
• Oversee trenching, ducting, fiber installation, and testing activities.
• Prepare weekly/monthly progress reports.
• Validate redline drawings and ensure correct as-built submissions.

Skills

OSP fiber optic telecom projects

Leadership

Communication

Client-handling

Project management

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Management

• Prepare project execution plans, look-ahead schedules, and resource plans.
• Allocate manpower, equipment, and subcontractors for OSP works.
• Track progress and ensure timely completion of all site activities.

Technical & Engineering Support

• Review IFC drawings, designs, splicing plans, and cable schedules.
• Resolve technical issues with engineering, QA/QC, GIS, and client teams.
• Ensure work complies with STC/Mobily/Zain/ITC specifications and standards.

Execution Oversight

• Oversee trenching, ducting, HH/MH construction, fiber installation, splicing, and testing activities.
• Ensure quality workmanship and safety compliance.
• Verify OTDR test results, splicing reports, and network acceptance readiness.

Coordination & Interface

• Coordinate with client/consultant, municipalities, and utility authorities for NOCs and site permissions.
• Lise with procurement for materials and ensure timely availability.
• Coordinate with PAT team for binder preparation and acceptance submissions.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare weekly/monthly progress reports.
• Track BOQs, materials, and work quantities.
• Validate redline drawings and ensure correct as-built submissions.

Skills & Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in OSP fiber optic telecom projects (mandatory for KSA).
• Strong knowledge of OSP design, execution, and acceptance processes.
• Proficiency in reviewing drawings, splicing diagrams, and OTDR analysis.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client-handling skills.
• Ability to manage multiple teams and high-volume site operations