Resident Engineer - Buildings

AtkinsRéalis; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave balance

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to lead on-site supervision for a prestigious Riyadh development. You will supervise civil, structural, architectural, MEP teams and ensure construction aligns with approved designs, standards, and schedules.

You will coordinate with authorities, manage contractor performance, and drive testing, commissioning and handover while upholding HSSE requirements and quality controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil/related engineering.
• Master's degree preferred in engineering, construction management or project management.
• PE/Chartered/PMP certification highly desirable.
• Minimum 20+ years in construction/engineering; 10+ years as Resident Engineer on major buildings.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Consultant's primary site representative and lead all project site supervision activities.
• Manage multidisciplinary engineering and inspection teams across civil, structural, architectural, MEP, infra and specialist systems.
• Ensure works follow approved drawings, specs, contract requirements, and codes.
• Monitor contractor performance and progress; review shop drawings, method statements, and submittals.
• Lead progress and coordination meetings; manage RFIs and field modifications.
• Oversee testing, commissioning, and handover; ensure HSSE compliance and safety culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

English fluency

Project management software

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Construction Management or related field

Professional Engineer / Chartered Engineer / PMP

Experience with Saudi Arabia / GCC projects

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Resident Engineer to lead and manage all site supervision activities for a prestigious large-scale development program in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Resident Engineer will serve as the Consultant's senior on-site representative, responsible for ensuring that construction works are executed in accordance with approved designs, contract requirements, quality standards, project schedules, and health, safety, and environmental regulations. The successful candidate will oversee multidisciplinary supervision teams, manage contractor performance, coordinate with stakeholders, and provide leadership throughout construction, testing, commissioning, and project handover phases.

Your role

• Act as the Consultant's primary site representative and lead all project site supervision activities.
• Manage and supervise multidisciplinary engineering and inspection teams covering civil, structural, architectural, MEP, infrastructure, and specialist systems.
• Ensure construction works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, contract requirements, and applicable codes and standards.
• Monitor contractor performance, progress, productivity, and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Review and recommend approval of contractor submissions including shop drawings, method statements, material submittals, construction programs, and technical proposals.
• Monitor project schedules and ensure achievement of key project milestones and deliverables.
• Lead regular progress meetings, technical coordination meetings, and stakeholder workshops.
• Provide guidance and resolution for site-related technical challenges, design issues, and construction constraints.
• Review and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs), technical queries, and field modifications.
• Ensure implementation of approved Quality Assurance and Quality Control procedures across all project activities.
• Monitor compliance with Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) requirements and promote a strong safety culture.
• Coordinate with local authorities, utility providers, operators, and other stakeholders to facilitate project execution.
• Review and certify contractor progress reports, payment applications, and completed works.
• Support commercial and contracts teams in evaluating variations, claims, and Extension of Time (EOT) requests.
• Monitor risk management activities and ensure timely mitigation of project risks.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Arabian regulations, authority approvals, and statutory requirements.
• Oversee testing, commissioning, integrated system testing, and operational readiness activities.
• Manage snagging, de-snagging, and handover processes to ensure successful project completion.
• Prepare and submit monthly project reports highlighting progress, quality, safety, commercial matters, and key project risks.
• Mentor and develop supervision staff while maintaining high standards of professional performance and technical excellence.

About You

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Project Management is preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE), Chartered Engineer, PMP, or equivalent professional certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum 20+ years of overall professional experience in construction and engineering projects.
• Minimum 10 years of experience as a Resident Engineer on major building developments.
• Proven experience on large-scale buildings, convention centers, hospitality developments, luxury hotels, resorts, mixed-use developments, and commercial complexes.
• Extensive experience within Site Supervision Consultancy, PMC, or Engineering Consultancy environments.
• Strong knowledge of international building codes, construction standards, and engineering best practices.
• Demonstrated experience in FIDIC contract administration and construction management.
• Proven track record managing multidisciplinary project teams and complex stakeholder environments.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems, construction methodologies, testing, commissioning, and project handover requirements.
• Experience reviewing contractor claims, variations, schedule recovery plans, and commercial matters.
• Thorough understanding of project controls, construction sequencing, and risk management processes.
• Previous experience in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region is highly preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple contractors and interfaces on complex construction projects.
• Proficiency in project management and reporting software applications.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic language skills are advantageous.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This Includes

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, familycare, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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