Senior Quality Engineer - Saudi National

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia seeks a Senior Quality Engineer (Saudi National) to manage quality systems across complex projects. The role emphasizes ISO 9001-based QMS, audits, and ensuring compliance with contractual and technical standards on-site.

The ideal candidate will have at least eight years of relevant quality experience, strong QA process knowledge, and the ability to coordinate corrective actions with cross-functional teams. This is an on-site, full-time position in Riyadh.

Qualifications

• Eight years of quality experience within construction/engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems and ISO 9001 frameworks.
• Ability to plan, conduct, and coordinate audits across multiple functions.
• Experience evaluating compliance and managing corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for developing and maintaining ISO 9001-based QMS.
• Support optimization of quality management processes and procedures.
• Prepare and review quality documentation and procedures.
• Monitor implementation of quality policies and data reporting.
• Train project personnel on QMS requirements and best practices.

Skills

Quality management

ISO 9001

Audits

Data analysis

Job description

Senior Quality Engineer - Saudi National Job Snapshot - Role: Senior Quality Engineer - Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Industry: Construction - Function: Quality Assurance - Experience: Minimum 8 years - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview Parsons is seeking an experienced Senior Quality Engineer - Saudi National to support quality management and assurance activities across complex projects and programs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In this role, you will help ensure that engineering, procurement, construction, and related project services comply with contractual requirements, applicable technical standards, and Parsons ' quality management procedures. You will provide Quality Management System (QMS) support based on ISO 9001, conduct internal quality audits, evaluate supplier and subcontractor quality arrangements, review technical documentation, and coordinate corrective action follow-up. The position involves regular interaction with project management, design and engineering teams, procurement personnel, construction teams, suppliers, subcontractors, and client representatives. The successful candidate will have at least eight years of relevant quality experience, a strong understanding of quality management systems, and the ability to conduct audits and evaluate compliance across multiple project functions.

Job Details - Country: Saudi Arabia - City: Riyadh - Industry: Construction - Function: Quality Assurance - Salary: Not disclosed - Gender: No Preference - Candidate Nationality: Saudi National - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for the development, implementation, and maintenance of Quality Management Systems based on ISO 9001.
• Support the development and optimization of quality management processes.
• Assist in preparing, reviewing, and improving quality procedures and supporting documentation.
• Monitor implementation of established quality policies and processes.
• Support quality data collection, analysis, and reporting activities.
• Provide Quality Management System guidance and training to relevant project personnel.
• Participate in quality process improvement and reengineering initiatives.
• Coordinate with senior management on quality system performance and improvement opportunities.
• Promote consistent application of approved quality management requirements.

Internal Quality Audits

• Plan and conduct internal quality audits of assigned offices, projects, and construction sites.
• Evaluate compliance with Parsons ' quality standards and procedures.
• Verify adherence to applicable contract requirements, engineering specifications, codes, and approved drawings.
• Document audit findings accurately and maintain supporting records.
• Review implementation of quality procedures across project functions.
• Identify nonconformities, process weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate audit findings with responsible departments and project teams.
• Monitor corrective action implementation and follow-up activities.
• Maintain accurate audit records and closeout documentation.

Project and Functional Quality Reviews

• Conduct quality reviews covering design and engineering activities.
• Evaluate quality compliance within estimating and procurement processes.
• Review project controls activities against applicable quality requirements.
• Assess quality procedures associated with vendor and subcontractor management.
• Review receiving, handling, and storage practices for compliance with approved requirements.
• Evaluate construction quality processes and supporting documentation.
• Verify that relevant project activities follow established quality procedures.
• Coordinate with functional teams to resolve identified quality issues.

External Audits and Quality Assessments

• Facilitate internal and external quality audits involving assigned projects or functions.
• Coordinate audit arrangements with relevant departments and external organizations.
• Prepare and organize quality documentation required for audit activities.
• Support auditors during compliance assessments and management system reviews.
• Communicate audit observations and findings to responsible personnel.
• Brief management on audit outcomes and significant quality concerns.
• Monitor completion of agreed corrective actions.