Senior Civil Engineer-Water Transmission Pipeline

WSP USA; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA in Saudi Arabia seeks a Senior Civil Engineer to oversee water transmission pipeline construction and delivery. You will monitor contractor performance, ensure compliance with specs and standards, and coordinate with stakeholders to meet schedule and budget.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and at least 10 years in civil/infrastructure projects, with GCC/Middle East experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in civil engineering, including water infrastructure.
• Experience in construction supervision and consultancy roles.

Responsibilities

• Supervise construction activities related to water transmission pipelines and infrastructure.
• Ensure works comply with drawings, specs, contract requirements, and standards.
• Review shop drawings, method statements, and technical proposals.

Skills

Construction supervision

Stakeholder coordination

Technical reporting

Quality oversight

Contractual awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Civil Engineer will act as the Consultant's representative and be responsible for overseeing the construction and delivery of water transmission pipeline works. The role involves monitoring contractor performance, ensuring compliance with project specifications and quality standards, coordinating with stakeholders, and supporting the successful execution of the project within schedule and budget requirements.

• Supervise construction activities related to water transmission pipelines and associated civil infrastructure.

• Ensure works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, contract requirements, and applicable standards.

• Review and provide comments on shop drawings, method statements, material submittals, and technical proposals.

• Monitor contractor progress, quality, and compliance with HSE requirements.

• Conduct site inspections and witness testing and commissioning activities.

• Identify and resolve technical issues encountered during construction.

• Coordinate with the Client, Contractor, authorities, and other project stakeholders.

• Review contractor progress reports, inspection records, and technical documentation.

• Assist in evaluating variations, claims, and contractual matters.

• Prepare periodic progress, quality, and technical reports for project management.

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in civil engineering, including at least 5 years on water transmission pipeline or water infrastructure projects.

• Previous experience in construction supervision and consultancy roles.

• Strong knowledge of pipeline construction, earthworks, reinforced concrete structures, and utility coordination.

• Familiarity with international standards and industry best practices related to water infrastructure projects.

• Experience in reviewing technical submittals, QA/QC procedures, and construction methodologies.

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

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.

• GCC/Middle East experience is preferred.

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