Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

HILL INTERNATIONAL; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global construction management firm in Riyadh is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer to oversee quality compliance for major projects. The role entails monitoring project management systems, conducting audits, and training staff. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or management, with at least 15 years of relevant experience. A Certified Lead Auditor qualification and strong communication skills are essential. This position offers a chance to engage in high-impact projects in the construction sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of professional experience including as a quality engineer for large-scale projects.
• Certified Lead Auditor required.
• Broad knowledge of quality principles and their application.

Responsibilities

• Monitor implementation of the Projects Management System in compliance with corporate policies.
• Conduct audits to assess compliance with QA systems and procedures.
• Develop quality assurance plans and conduct hazard analyses.

Skills

Communication skills

Quality principles and tools

Training and motivation

Project audit experience

Education

Bachelor's in engineering/management

Job description

About the job

Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

Location

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Reporting to

Quality Assurance Section Head

Company Overview

Hill International provides program, project, and construction management services for clients in a range of sectors undertaking major construction projects across the world. Our services include cost engineering and estimating, quality assurance, inspection, scheduling, risk management, and claims avoidance. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com.

General Description of Role and Responsibilities

• Responsible for monitoring the implementation of the Projects Management System in compliance with the Hill Corporate policies, International Standards, and Client's requirements. Develops quality assurance plans by conducting hazard analyses and monitoring procedures.
• Implementation of the Quality System may require the development or modification of corporate procedures.
• As per project needs, the development of a Project-specific Quality Plan, as a roadmap of the Project Quality Requirements, is recommended.
• The Quality Assurance Manager monitors the establishment by the service provider of the quality assurance (QA) programs sufficient for the Project.
• Monitors and audits the quality-related activities set forth in the Quality Plans to confirm that products or services provided are in accordance with the client's requirements.
• Periodically conducts detailed audits to assess the level of compliance with the QA systems, procedures, and related quality activities. Regularly interacts with the Project Director and Area Manager, and other staff members to assess on-site activities.
• Identifies and reports to the Project Director and –as per needs– to the Area Manager and the Area Quality Manager on quality issues or trends based on data from a variety of sources.
• Supports implementation of appropriate corrective action to quality issues.
• Validates quality processes by establishing product specifications and quality attributes.
• Provides input to management on projects performance metrics and process or procedural system improvements.
• Trains and motivates employees to ensure that quality standards are met.
• Requires the ability to communicate clearly, and interface effectively with a diverse group of professionals.
• Prepares quality documentation and reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Informs themselves of the relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals and Procedures in place within Hill International, and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor in engineering / management from an accredited university.
• Minimum 15 years professional experience including as quality engineer for large-scale projects.
• Certified Lead Auditor.
• Broad knowledge of the quality principles/tools and their application to engineering, environmental, procurement, construction, testing, operations, or decommissioning.
• Knowledge of the application of corrective actions to reconcile nonconforming conditions.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and functions which impact the quality program/plan.
• Proficiency in verbal and written communications.
• Proficiency in providing direction and on the job training to assigned personnel.
• Experience in performing project audit.