Quality Control Engineer

Dar wa Emaar; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Dar Wa Emaar is seeking a Quality Assurance and Quality Control leader to oversee QA/QC activities across residential projects in Saudi Arabia. The role ensures compliance with project specs, shop drawings, and applicable codes, while coordinating with contractors, consultants, and labs for timely inspections.

You will review ITPs, Method Statements, and QMS, drive audits, and mentor site teams, aiming to uphold high standards and alignment with project requirements and local regulations.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of QA/QC principles and quality systems for building construction.
• Experience implementing ISO 9001 QMS (preferred).
• Understanding of testing, inspection, and quality assurance processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee QA/QC activities across civil, structural, architectural, and MEP works.
• Review QMS, ITPs, Method Statements, and QC procedures.
• Lead internal and external quality audits and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and labs for inspections and approvals.
• Prepare quality reports, NCRs, CARs, and technical correspondence.

Skills

QA/QC principles

Quality management systems

Construction materials & testing

ITPs & Method Statements

ISO 9001 audits

RIBA/ISO 9001 knowledge

Contract/documents review

Quality reporting & NCRs

Stakeholder management

Quality guidance & mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

CQE / ISO 9001 Lead Auditor (preferred)

Tools

Aconex

Procore

BIM platforms

MS Office

Job description

This is a Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) position responsible for overseeing quality management systems, contract compliance, inspections, testing activities, and adherence to real estate development standards across residential projects. The role requires strong technical expertise in building construction and real estate development, leadership in quality systems implementation, and the ability to effectively coordinate with contractors, consultants, suppliers, and project stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

Your role

• Understands the requirements of construction contracts, specifications, Requests for Proposal (RFP), and Tender Documents related to building and high-rise construction projects.
• Prepares clear and concise quality reports, inspection reports, audit findings, non-conformance reports (NCRs), corrective action reports (CARs), and technical correspondence.
• Monitors QA/QC aspects of civil, structural, architectural, and MEP construction activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, approved shop drawings, codes, and standards.
• Reviews and evaluates contractor and subcontractor Quality Management Systems (QMS), Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), Method Statements, and Quality Control Procedures.
• Conducts surveillance inspections and audits to verify compliance with project requirements, ISO standards, and approved quality procedures.
• Reviews material submittals, technical data sheets, samples, mock-ups, and supplier qualifications for compliance with project specifications.
• Ensures that incoming materials, construction works, and completed installations conform to approved standards and project requirements.
• Reviews and interprets drawings, specifications, BOQs, method statements, IFC drawings, technical standards, and applicable local authority regulations.
• Conducts and documents inspections for structural concrete works, reinforcement installation, steel structures, waterproofing, façade systems, architectural finishes, MEP installations, and fit-out works.
• Coordinates with consultants, contractors, testing laboratories, and suppliers to ensure timely inspections and approvals.
• Monitors implementation of corrective and preventive actions associated with quality deficiencies and non-conformance reports.
• Leads internal and external quality audits and assesses contractor compliance with project quality requirements and ISO 9001 standards.
• Participates in project meetings and provides updates regarding quality performance, quality issues, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Monitors testing activities including concrete, steel, soil, waterproofing, façade, fireproofing, and MEP systems testing.
• Reviews commissioning documentation and participates in pre-handover, snagging, and final acceptance inspections.
• Provides technical guidance and mentoring to QA/QC Engineers, Inspectors, and site teams.
• Assists in developing quality training programs, quality awareness initiatives, and lessons learned exercises.
• Maintains project quality records, inspection logs, test reports, material approvals, and audit documentation.
• Promotes safe work practices and adherence to company HSE requirements during quality inspection activities.

About You

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Strong knowledge of QA/QC principles, quality management systems, and quality control procedures for building construction projects.
• Experience implementing and maintaining RIBA or ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Thorough understanding of construction materials, testing requirements, inspection methodologies, and quality assurance processes.
• Ability to develop, review, and implement Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), Method Statements, and Quality Procedures.
• Experience conducting quality audits and managing corrective and preventive action processes.
• Knowledge of international construction codes and standards, including ASTM, ACI, BS, IEC, NFPA, and local authority requirements.
• Strong understanding of structural, architectural, façade, finishing, and MEP construction activities.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills.
• Ability to identify quality risks and implement proactive quality improvement initiatives.
• Strong communication, report writing, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Aconex, Procore, BIM platforms, and quality management software.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced construction environment and manage multiple priorities.

Education / Experience / Certifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 6-10 years of QA/QC experience in major building construction projects, including on commercial, mixed-use, hospitality, or tower developments.
• Proven experience in quality management of reinforced concrete structures, building envelopes, interior fit-out, and MEP installations.
• Experience working with leading contractors, consultants, or PMC organizations on large-scale building projects.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, or equivalent quality certification is preferred.

We’re Dar Wa Emaar, a Saudi real estate investment and development company headquartered in Al Khobar. We bring people, insight and design together to create communities and destinations that improve how people live, work and connect. Our team of investment professionals, planners, engineers and project managers works with our partners and stakeholders to deliver high-quality developments across the Kingdom. We’re committed to shaping a better future for our communities and contributing to the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.