Senior Civil Engineer

Astek Middle East; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Astek Middle East seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to lead civil and structural activities for building and infrastructure projects across Saudi Arabia. You will review designs, manage site assessments, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, compliant delivery.

The role emphasizes strong technical judgment, project coordination, and knowledge of SBC/standards, with experience in GCC markets highly valued. English proficiency and Saudi regulatory familiarity are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution.

Responsibilities

• Provide civil and structural engineering expertise across building, infrastructure, retrofit, and facility upgrade projects.
• Review civil and structural designs, drawings, calculations, and technical specifications.
• Conduct site assessments and inspections to evaluate existing conditions and identify requirements for civil and structural works.
• Coordinate with architects, electrical and mechanical engineers, consultants, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Monitor construction and civil works to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with approved designs and schedules.
• Identify technical issues and provide practical engineering recommendations and solutions.
• Prepare and review technical reports, quantity estimates, material take-offs, and project documentation.
• Support project planning, scheduling, and execution activities related to the civil engineering scope.
• Monitor progress and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to support timely project delivery.
• Ensure civil and structural works comply with applicable Saudi regulations, codes, standards, and project requirements.

Skills

Civil experience

English proficiency

Coordination skills

Project management

GCC/Saudi experience preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit Structure

Civil 3D

ETABS

SAP2000

STAAD.Pro

Microsoft Office

BIM workflows

Job description

Astek Middle East is part of Astek, a global engineering and technology consulting group founded in France in 1988 and now present on five continents. The Middle East entity delivers IT and technology services across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Jordan, supporting clients in public and government, healthcare, transportation, banking, retail, airlines, and tourism. With 10,000 employees worldwide and revenue of €620 million in 2023, Astek focuses on digital transformation and complex systems engineering for international clients. The group promotes a strong culture of entrepreneurship, innovation, and continuous skills development. More information is available on the Astek Saudi Arabia and UAE country pages, and candidates can reach Astek Middle East at [e-mail].

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to support the planning, execution, and oversight of civil engineering, building, infrastructure, and sustainability projects across Saudi Arabia. The role will provide technical expertise across civil and structural works, building upgrades, retrofit activities, and related projects. The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, architects, consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure civil works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved designs, project specifications, and applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide civil and structural engineering expertise across building, infrastructure, retrofit, and facility upgrade projects.
• Review civil and structural designs, drawings, calculations, and technical specifications.
• Conduct site assessments and inspections to evaluate existing conditions and identify requirements for civil and structural works.
• Coordinate with architects, electrical and mechanical engineers, consultants, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Monitor construction and civil works to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with approved designs and schedules.
• Identify technical issues and provide practical engineering recommendations and solutions.
• Prepare and review technical reports, quantity estimates, material take-offs, and project documentation.
• Support project planning, scheduling, and execution activities related to the civil engineering scope.
• Monitor progress and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to support timely project delivery.
• Ensure civil and structural works comply with applicable Saudi regulations, codes, standards, and project requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution.

Required Skills

• 3+ years of relevant professional experience in civil engineering.
• Candidates with extensive experience, including 10+ years,
• Professional experience in Saudi Arabia or the GCC is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in project coordination, project execution, and/or project management.
• Valid Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) registration and membership.
• Engineering profession reflected on the candidate's Iqama, where applicable.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
• Strong technical judgment, analytical, communication, and coordination skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit Structure, or Civil 3D.
• Knowledge of structural analysis software such as ETABS, SAP2000, or STAAD.Pro is an advantage.
• Familiarity with quantity surveying, cost estimation, and material take-offs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Strong understanding of Saudi Building Code (SBC) and relevant ACI and ASCE standards.
• Familiarity with BIM workflows is a plus.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification or equivalent.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification.
• Experience with green building practices or LEED-related projects.
• Experience in energy services, facility management, building renovation, retrofit, or infrastructure projects.
• Previous experience working on projects in Saudi Arabia.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for an experienced civil engineering professional with strong technical knowledge and the ability to take ownership of civil and structural engineering activities. The position is open to candidates with 3+ years of relevant experience, including professionals with significantly more experience who meet the technical and qualification requirements.