Quality Assurance and Quality Control Engineer - Fit-Out

AECOM Middle East Ltd; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Quality Assurance and Quality Control Engineer for high‑profile fit‑out projects in Riyadh. The role focuses on ensuring rigorous QA/QC across construction, architectural finishes, and structural interfaces, with supervision of QAQC activities on challenging, multi‑discipline sites.

You will review drawings and specifications, coordinate with contractors, and drive compliant installation through meticulous inspections and documentation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in quality assurance, quality control, or QAQC within construction, fit-out, or attraction installation projects.
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory or mentoring experience involving junior QAQC personnel, technicians, or drafting staff.
• Experience evaluating construction works against engineering specifications and applicable standards.
• Strong ability to conduct detailed inspections, site walk-downs, and quality assessments on complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality assurance and quality control activities for construction and specialist fit-out projects.
• Evaluate installation quality against approved drawings, specs, and standards.
• Identify defects and deviations; coordinate corrective actions with contractors and teams.
• Inspect interior finishes, joinery, and architectural components for compliance.
• Maintain inspection records and support project quality reporting.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior QAQC personnel.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Construction

Supervision

Mentoring

Site Inspections

Civil Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PE/CQE preferred

Job description

Quality Assurance and Quality Control Engineer - Fit-Out Job Snapshot - Role: Quality Assurance and Quality Control Engineer - Fit-Out - Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Industry: Construction - Function: Quality Assurance - Experience: Minimum 10 years, including 5 years in supervision or mentoring - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Job Details – Country: Saudi Arabia – City: Riyadh – Industry: Construction – Function: Quality Assurance – Salary: Not disclosed – Gender: No Preference – Candidate Nationality: Not specified – Job Type: Full Time – Work Arrangement: On‑site

Key Responsibilities

• Construction Quality Assurance and Control
  • Perform quality assurance and quality control activities for construction and specialist fit-out projects.
  • Evaluate construction works against approved drawings, technical specifications, and applicable engineering standards.
  • Apply established civil engineering techniques, procedures, and quality assessment criteria.
  • Assess installation quality across structural elements, mechanical interfaces, and attraction-specific components.
  • Identify construction deficiencies and deviations from approved requirements.
  • Exercise professional judgment when evaluating workmanship, materials, and completed installations.
  • Carry out assigned quality activities under general supervision, with increasing independence according to project requirements and experience.
• Fit‑Out and Architectural Finishes Inspection
  • Inspect interior finishing works for compliance with approved specifications and design requirements.
  • Assess joinery, decorative finishes, themed installations, and associated fit‑out elements.
  • Review workmanship quality, installation accuracy, and finish consistency.
  • Inspect mock‑ups to verify compliance with established project requirements.
  • Evaluate fabricated components against approved technical details and quality standards.
  • Identify defects affecting the quality or completeness of fit‑out installations.
  • Coordinate corrective actions with relevant contractors and project teams.
• Structural and Civil Engineering Quality Inspections
  • Inspect steelwork, plinths, anchors, embedded items, and other structural components associated with fit-out works.
  • Verify that installed elements conform to approved engineering requirements.
  • Assess construction details against relevant specifications and contractual obligations.
  • Identify structural installation deficiencies requiring technical review.
  • Coordinate with engineering teams to clarify construction quality concerns.
  • Monitor corrective works associated with structural non‑conformances.
  • Maintain accurate inspection records for structural and civil engineering installations.
• Site Walk‑Downs and Installation Verification
  • Independently conduct detailed site walk‑downs of installed fit-out components.
  • Inspect completed construction works for conformity with design standards and project specifications.
  • Review installation conditions and identify outstanding quality issues.
  • Document defects, incomplete works, and non‑conforming installations.
  • Coordinate follow‑up inspections following corrective actions.
  • Verify completed remedial works against applicable quality requirements.
  • Communicate inspection findings to relevant project stakeholders.
• Non‑Conformance and Corrective Action Management
  • Identify and document construction quality non‑conformances.
  • Prepare accurate records describing inspection findings and required corrective measures.
  • Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and design teams to resolve quality issues.
  • Monitor the progress of corrective actions.
  • Verify that identified deficiencies have been appropriately addressed.
  • Escalate unresolved technical or quality concerns through relevant project channels.
  • Maintain organized records of non‑conformance reports and corrective action outcomes.
• Testing and Certification Compliance
  • Review testing requirements for structural installations and specialist fit‑out components.
  • Verify that applicable testing and certification protocols are followed.
  • Assess documentation relating to safety systems and attraction‑specific installations.
  • Review compliance with relevant building codes, engineering standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Identify missing or incomplete testing and certification records.
  • Coordinate with responsible project personnel to address documentation deficiencies.
  • Support verification of installation readiness for required inspections.
• Third‑Party Inspections and Regulatory Approvals
  • Support preparation activities for third‑party inspections of specialist fit‑out and attraction installations.
  • Compile technical records required for inspection and regulatory review.
  • Coordinate relevant quality documentation with design teams and project stakeholders.
  • Provide inspection findings and technical information to third‑party ride inspectors where applicable.
  • Identify outstanding quality matters affecting inspection readiness.
  • Support resolution of deficiencies identified during inspection processes.
  • Maintain records of inspection outcomes and related corrective actions.
• Quantity Surveying and Material Tracking
  • Perform quantity surveys to support fit‑out progress assessments.
  • Track materials associated with construction and specialist installation activities.
  • Maintain quantity and material records for project reporting.
  • Provide relevant information supporting construction cost management documentation.
  • Identify discrepancies in recorded quantities or material information.
  • Coordinate with project personnel to clarify measurement and tracking concerns.
  • Support accurate progress reporting throughout project phases.
• Project Quality Planning and Milestone Monitoring
  • Monitor quality‑related activities against project schedules and established milestones.
  • Review progress of fit‑out inspections and outstanding quality requirements.
  • Identify issues that may affect installation readiness or completion timelines.
  • Coordinate with project teams to address quality‑related scheduling concerns.
  • Track the resolution of outstanding inspections and corrective actions.
  • Communicate significant quality risks affecting project delivery.
  • Support consistent achievement of required construction quality benchmarks.
• Technical Reporting and Quality Documentation
  • Prepare detailed quality inspection reports for project stakeholders.
  • Document inspection findings, technical observations, and corrective actions.
  • Maintain photographic evidence of construction quality and completed installations.
  • Compile relevant quality records for design teams and third‑party inspectors.
  • Review and maintain as‑built documentation associated with fit‑out works.
  • Organize technical records supporting project closeout and warranty requirements.
  • Ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and accessible for project reference.
• Contractor and Consultant Coordination
  • Collaborate with contractors, engineering consultants, and design teams on quality‑related matters.
  • Communicate inspection requirements and identified deficiencies.
  • Coordinate technical discussions concerning installation quality and engineering compliance.
  • Support timely resolution of construction defects and non‑conformances.
  • Provide technical recommendations based on inspection findings.
  • Maintain effective communication with multidisciplinary project personnel.
  • Support consistent implementation of approved construction specifications.
• Technical Supervision and Mentoring
  • Provide technical guidance to junior QAQC personnel, technicians, surveyors, and drafters.
  • Explain relevant engineering standards and fit‑out quality requirements.
  • Support the review of technical work and inspection documentation.
  • Provide constructive feedback concerning quality assessment procedures.
  • Assist junior personnel in understanding construction specifications and compliance requirements.
  • Promote accurate reporting and consistent application of quality control practices.
  • Support professional development through technical mentoring and knowledge sharing.
• Project Closeout and Quality Records
  • Support quality verification activities during the final stages of fit‑out installation.
  • Review outstanding non‑conformances and corrective action records.
  • Maintain as‑built information and photographic documentation.
  • Compile inspection and testing records required for project closeout.
  • Coordinate with relevant teams to address incomplete quality documentation.
  • Support preparation of records needed for warranty and future project reference.
  • Verify the completeness of assigned quality documentation before closeout.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Experience
  • Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in quality assurance, quality control, or QAQC activities within construction, fit‑out, or attraction installation projects.
  • Minimum 5 years of supervisory or mentoring experience involving junior QAQC personnel, technicians, or drafting staff.
  • Demonstrated experience evaluating construction works against engineering specifications and applicable standards.
  • Proven experience conducting detailed inspections, site walk‑downs, and quality assessments on complex construction projects.
  • Experience inspecting fit‑out installations, fabricated components, and structural elements.
  • Strong background in non‑conformance identification, corrective action coordination, and quality reporting.
  • Experience coordinating with contractors, consultants, design teams, and third‑party inspectors.
  • Practical experience with quantity surveying, material tracking, and cost management documentation.
  • Experience preparing as‑built records, photographic documentation, and project quality reports.
  • Understanding of testing, certification, and regulatory approval procedures.
• Required Technical Knowledge and Skills
  • Construction quality assurance and quality control procedures.
  • Civil engineering techniques, construction specifications, and inspection criteria.
  • Fit‑out installation quality assessment.
  • Inspection of structural elements, steelwork, plinths, anchors, and embedded items.
  • Quality evaluation of architectural finishes, joinery, themed works, and fabricated components.
  • Construction site walk‑downs and installation verification.
  • Applicable building codes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Quality inspection planning and technical compliance assessment.
  • Non‑conformance reporting and corrective action management.
  • Construction testing and certification procedures.
  • Quality requirements for attraction‑specific installations and safety systems.
  • Third‑party inspection preparation and technical documentation.
  • Quantity surveying and material tracking.
  • Project quality milestone monitoring.
  • Technical report writing and quality record management.
  • As‑built documentation and photographic inspection records.
  • Proficiency with project scheduling software.
  • Proficiency with quality management systems.
  • Strong analytical and technical problem‑solving capabilities.
  • Effective coordination with multidisciplinary construction teams.
  • Ability to provide technical guidance to junior personnel.
  • Excellent attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor 's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) certification or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) qualification.
  • Specialized experience in themed attractions, amusement parks, or hospitality fit‑out projects.
  • Experience supporting third‑party ride inspections and regulatory compliance processes.
  • Advanced proficiency with CAD software and project management tools.
  • Experience managing quality activities on large‑scale, multi‑phase construction projects.
• Professional Competencies
  • Strong technical judgment in construction quality assessment.
  • Ability to evaluate complex fit‑out installations against engineering requirements.
  • Systematic approach to identifying defects and managing corrective actions.
  • Excellent attention to workmanship, structural details, and installation quality.
  • Effective coordination with contractors, consultants, and third‑party inspectors.
  • Strong technical writing and documentation management capabilities.
  • Ability to supervise and mentor junior technical personnel.
  • Organized approach to inspections, quality milestones, and project closeout.
  • Commitment to applicable engineering standards and regulatory compliance.
  • Collaborative approach to resolving construction quality challenges.

Additional Employment Information

• All newly hired AECOM employees are required to attend an in‑person Day 1 onboarding session at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
• AECOM is committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and takes fraudulent hiring activity seriously.

Benefits and Professional Development

• Benefits and Professional Development: AECOM offers employee benefits that vary according to employment status and eligibility. Depending on applicable arrangements, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment, disability coverage, paid time off, leave arrangements, voluntary benefits, well‑being resources, employee assistance programs, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plans, and employee stock purchase plans. The company provides professional training and development opportunities designed to strengthen technical expertise, construction quality management capabilities, leadership skills, and career progression.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm committed to delivering a better world through innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions. The company provides professional services across buildings, transportation, water, environment, and energy. Its teams work with public‑and‑private‑sector clients throughout the project lifecycle, delivering advisory, planning, design, engineering, program management, and construction management services. With more than 50,000 professionals worldwide, AECOM brings together engineers, architects, designers, planners, scientists, digital specialists, and construction managers to address complex infrastructure challenges. AECOM is a Fortune 500 company that reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. The company supports equal employment opportunity, professional development, collaboration, and a workplace built on respect.