Quality & Material SME (Architecture - Veneer)

Parsons Oman; Asir Province; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Saudi Arabia seeks a Quality & Material SME (Architecture - Veneer). The role demands a Bachelor's degree and 12-15 years of experience in luxury hospitality projects. Responsibilities include evaluating veneer quality, collaborating with designers, and developing specifications. The ideal candidate has a strong knowledge of veneer species, design compliance, and project management in PMC environments. This position offers opportunities for growth in a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12–15 years of experience in luxury hospitality or mixed-use projects.
• At least 6 years specializing in veneer and high-end interior finishes.
• Strong knowledge of veneer cutting methods and finishing systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluation and approval process for wood veneer types.
• Collaborate with designers to ensure veneer compliance.
• Develop and maintain the Veneer Specification Register.

Skills

Knowledge of veneer species

Quality assessment skills

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field

Tools

Aconex

Autodesk viewers

Job description

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Quality & Material SME (Architecture - Veneer) to join our team

Key Responsibilities (Design Stage)

• Lead the evaluation and approval process for all wood veneer types, cuts, grains, finishes, and treatment specifications proposed by designers.

• Assess veneer quality based on:

  • Species authenticity and sourcing certifications

  • Grain pattern consistency

  • Color uniformity and batch consistency

  • Core material compatibility (MDF, plywood, fire-rated substrates, etc.)

  • Technical performance (fire rating, moisture resistance, VOC levels, sustainability ratings)

  • Ensure all veneers meet PIF, luxury hospitality, and international standards (e.g., EN, ANSI, BS, FSC/PEFC where applicable).

Design Coordination & Technical Compliance

• Collaborate with designers and consultants to ensure veneer selections align with the project’s luxury design intent, durability requirements, and operational needs.

• Validate compatibility of veneer applications with:

  • Joinery assemblies and substrates

  • Moisture and temperature exposure zones

  • Fire rating and safety codes

  • Cleaning/maintenance requirements

• Ensure design documentation reflects correct veneer specifications, grain direction, joining profiles, edge treatments, and finishing systems.

Veneer Specifications & Documentation Control

• Develop and maintain the Veneer Specification Register, including details on species, thickness, substrate, finishes, treatments, and manufacturer data.

• Ensure all veneer‑related design submissions include:

  • Data sheets and manufacturer certifications

  • Fire rating and sustainability documentation

  • Physical samples and sample boards

  • Color/grain batch references and veneer matching requirements

• Verify alignment of veneer information across drawings, schedules, BOQs, and technical specifications.

Mock‑ups, Samples & Benchmark Requirements

• Define design‑phase requirements for veneer mock‑ups, including book‑matching, slip‑matching, cross‑matching, grain direction, and jointing tolerances.

• Review veneer sample boards and prototype layouts to ensure consistency with approved design intent.

• Establish quality benchmarks to be used later during construction and joinery fabrication.

Risk Assessment & Value Engineering

• Identify design‑stage risks such as veneer species availability, natural variation, long lead times, and matching limitations.

• Recommend alternative veneer species or finish treatments during value engineering, ensuring no compromise in luxury standards.

• Propose mitigation strategies for performance or sourcing risks.

Stakeholder Interface & Meetings

• Lead veneer‑focused coordination workshops with designers, client representatives, and PMC teams.

• Prepare technical reports, issue logs, and recommendations related to veneer selections.

• Coordinate with procurement teams to review prequalification of veneer suppliers and joinery manufacturers.

Pre‑Construction Readiness

• Ensure all veneer specifications are fully approved before IFC issuance.

• Review veneer pattern layouts, joinery detailing, and substrate specifications during the final design stage.

• Confirm that veneer design outputs are complete, technically validated, and reflect approved material baselines.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Industrial Design, or a related field.

• Minimum 12–15 years of experience, with at least 6 years specializing in veneer, joinery, or high‑end interior finishes for luxury hospitality or mixed‑use projects.

• Strong knowledge of veneer species, cutting methods, matching techniques, and finishing systems.

• Proven experience within a PMC or design management environment.

• Deep understanding of veneer performance characteristics (movement, moisture behavior, fire ratings, and durability).

• Familiarity with Saudi Building Codes and PIF material compliance requirements.

• High technical competency in reviewing joinery shop drawings, veneer layouts, and interior material specifications.

• Excellent coordination, communication, and report‑writing skills.

• Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Preferred Competencies

• Exceptional eye for detail and understanding of luxury aesthetics.

• Ability to influence design decisions and resolve veneer‑related technical issues.

• Strong problem‑solving and material evaluation skills.

• Proactive and highly organized, with strong documentation control habits.

• Experience with digital collaboration tools (Aconex, Autodesk viewers, material registers).

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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