Senior Mechanical Inspector – Water & Utilities

WSP in the Middle East; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the Middle East is seeking an experienced Mechanical Inspector to join our Construction Supervision team for KAEC, overseeing mechanical installations across potable water, firefighting, irrigation, sewerage and stormwater networks.

You will review shop drawings and material submittals, witness testing and commissioning, maintain detailed inspection records, and coordinate with contractors to ensure compliance with drawings, specs and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in construction supervision and inspection of infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience inspecting water supply, firefighting, irrigation, sewerage, and stormwater systems.
• Previous experience working for an engineering consultancy or supervision consultant.
• Strong understanding of international standards, specifications, and construction quality requirements.
• Experience in testing and commissioning of mechanical utility networks.
• Ability to review shop drawings, material submittals, and technical documentation.
• Strong communication, reporting, and coordination skills.
• Previous experience in Saudi Arabia is preferred.
• Fluency in English is essential; Arabic language skills are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and monitor mechanical infrastructure works to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Supervise installation activities related to potable water networks, firefighting systems, irrigation systems, sewerage networks, and stormwater infrastructure.
• Review and verify materials delivered to site and ensure they meet project specifications and approvals.
• Witness testing, flushing, pressure testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
• Identify non-conforming works and assist in tracking corrective actions to closure.
• Maintain detailed inspection records and prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and stakeholders to resolve site-related technical issues.
• Verify compliance with approved method statements, ITPs, and quality procedures.
• Monitor contractor performance and workmanship standards.
• Ensure compliance with project HSE requirements and industry best practices.
• Attend site meetings and contribute to technical discussions related to mechanical works.
• Support the Resident Engineer in achieving project objectives and delivery milestones.

Skills

Mechanical inspection

Site supervision

Quality control

Communication

Reporting

MS Office

English proficiency

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

WSP in the Middle East is seeking an experienced Mechanical Inspector to join our Construction Supervision team for KAEC, overseeing mechanical installations across potable water, firefighting, irrigation, sewerage and stormwater networks.

You will review shop drawings and material submittals, witness testing and commissioning, maintain detailed inspection records, and coordinate with contractors to ensure compliance with drawings, specs and safety standards.