Senior Aviation Site Lead – Construction Supervision

Egis Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis is seeking a Senior Site Supervision Engineer to oversee aviation-related construction in Saudi Arabia. You will manage day-to-day site activities, ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery, and coordinate civil, structural, architectural, and MEP works with contractors and stakeholders.

The role requires 15+ years of experience in major projects, aviation exposure, and strong leadership, communication, and site-management skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant construction and site supervision experience, preferably on major and complex projects.
• Proven track record of successful project delivery in large-scale construction projects.
• Proven experience working on aviation/airport projects is required.
• Demonstrated experience in a Construction Management and Site Management capacity, including direct oversight of contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, sequencing, quality management, HSE requirements, and project controls.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, project specifications, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Solid understanding of aviation facility technical standards and local civil aviation regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in using site management tools, Revit, CAD software (AutoCAD), document control platforms (Aconex), and MS Office.
• Strong leadership, conflict-resolution, and site coordination skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic language skills are a plus.
• Excellent communication, coordination, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple contractors, interfaces, and priorities within a demanding project environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach.
• Understanding of sustainable construction practices and their application within project delivery.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise day-to-day construction activities as the Client/Consultant’s primary site representative.
• Coordinate the Contractor’s site activities to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, method statements, and project requirements.
• Monitor construction progress and performance, identify delays, risks, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate construction across multiple disciplines to ensure effective sequencing and minimize conflicts.
• Review shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, RFIs, and other documentation.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
• Coordinate with Contractor, Client, consultants, airport stakeholders, authorities, and other project stakeholders.
• Identify construction issues and coordinate timely resolutions.
• Review RFIs, NCRs, site instructions, and technical queries.
• Monitor progress reporting and payment assessments.
• Participate in progress and coordination meetings; lead site-level discussions.
• Maintain records of site activities, inspections, instructions, progress, and outstanding works.
• Support variations, claims, delays, and other contractual matters.
• Coordinate testing, commissioning, inspections, snagging, and handover activities.
• Prepare as-built drawings, O&M manuals, test records, and closeout documentation.
• Ensure activities meet milestones and operational requirements.
• Provide updates to Project Manager on progress and risks.
• Collaborate with HSE to ensure alignment with safety plans.
• Assist HSE during site walks and enforce safe work practices.
• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly site progress reports.

Skills

Site supervision

Construction management

Multidisciplinary coordination

Revit

AutoCAD

Aconex

MS Office

English proficiency

HSE awareness

Project reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, architecture, or related field

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Aconex

MS Office

Job description

Egis is seeking a Senior Site Supervision Engineer to oversee aviation-related construction in Saudi Arabia. You will manage day-to-day site activities, ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery, and coordinate civil, structural, architectural, and MEP works with contractors and stakeholders.

The role requires 15+ years of experience in major projects, aviation exposure, and strong leadership, communication, and site-management skills in a fast-paced environment.