Senior Field Engineer - Materials & QA Lead

Snc-Lavalin; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior Materials Engineer to supervise and verify material quality across major construction projects. You will review submittals, certifications, and laboratory data while coordinating with laboratories and multiple disciplines to ensure compliance with project requirements.

The role requires extensive experience in materials engineering, strong knowledge of testing procedures, and familiarity with international standards and Saudi codes.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of construction materials, material specifications, testing procedures, and quality standards.
• Experience reviewing material submittals, technical specifications, laboratory reports, and compliance documentation.
• Familiarity with international standards such as ASTM, ACI, BS, ISO, EN, and relevant Saudi codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor all material-related activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, approved material submittals, and contractual requirements.
• Review and evaluate material submittals, technical data sheets, material certifications, warranties, and manufacturers' documentation.
• Verify that materials delivered to the site conform to approved submissions and quality standards.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure proper storage, handling, protection, and usage of construction materials.
• Coordinate and witness sampling, testing, and laboratory inspections for construction materials.
• Monitor testing of concrete, cement, aggregates, reinforcement steel, structural steel, waterproofing systems, façade materials, architectural finishes, and MEP-related materials.
• Review laboratory test reports and ensure compliance with project specifications and applicable standards.
• Coordinate with accredited laboratories and third‑party testing agencies for material verification and compliance assessments.
• Monitor implementation of Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) related to construction materials.
• Ensure material traceability and maintain records of approvals, inspections, and testing results.
• Identify non‑conforming materials and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Review contractor quality control procedures related to material procurement, storage, testing, and installation.
• Conduct factory visits and supplier inspections when required to assess manufacturing quality and compliance.
• Support the QA/QC teams in resolving material‑related NCRs and observations.
• Verify compliance with international standards, Saudi regulations, and project‑specific requirements.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, architectural, electrical, and mechanical supervision teams regarding material acceptance and quality concerns.
• Participate in technical meetings, quality reviews, and progress meetings.
• Assist in evaluating material substitutions and value engineering proposals.
• Support testing, commissioning, snagging, and handover activities by ensuring all material records are complete and compliant.
• Prepare material inspection reports, quality assessments, testing summaries, and compliance reports.

Skills

Materials knowledge

QA/QC

Inspection

Site supervision

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Materials Engineering

Tools

Laboratory inspections

Job description

AtkinsRéalis in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior Materials Engineer to supervise and verify material quality across major construction projects. You will review submittals, certifications, and laboratory data while coordinating with laboratories and multiple disciplines to ensure compliance with project requirements.

The role requires extensive experience in materials engineering, strong knowledge of testing procedures, and familiarity with international standards and Saudi codes.