Senior Utilities Engineer Wet Services

Atkins Realis Group; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Atkins Realis Group in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior Utilities Engineer to supervise the wet utility construction for major building and hospitality projects. You will oversee potable water, irrigation, sewerage, drainage and firefighting networks, ensuring alignment with designs, specs, and authorities, while supporting safety and delivery.

Responsibilities include reviewing shop drawings and hydraulic calculations, coordinating with civil, architectural, MEP and landscape teams, witnessing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant civil/environmental discipline.

Responsibilities

• Supervise installation of potable water networks, irrigation systems, sanitary sewer networks, stormwater drainage systems and firefighting water infrastructure.
• Verify that wet utility works follow approved construction methodologies and engineering standards.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical thinking

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering

Professional Engineering registration or equivalent

Membership in a recognized engineering institution

Training related to utility infrastructure or quality management

Additional certifications in utility engineering or project management

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

BIM platforms

MS Office

Engineering software

Job description

Overview

The Senior Utilities Engineer Wet Services will be responsible for supervising and monitoring the construction of wet utility systems associated with major building and hospitality developments The role ensures that potable water irrigation sewerage stormwater drainage and firefighting water networks are installed in accordance with approved designs project specifications authority requirements and industry standards while supporting quality safety and timely project delivery

Your role

Construction Supervision

• Supervise installation of potable water networks irrigation systems sanitary sewer networks stormwater drainage systems and firefighting water infrastructure
• Verify that all wet utility works are executed in accordance with approved construction methodologies and engineering standards
• Monitor workmanship quality and ensure compliance with project specifications and utility authority requirements
• Witness inspections testing activities and commissioning processes associated with utility installations
• Ensure timely identification and resolution of construction deficiencies and non-compliant works

Technical Review and Coordination

• Review wet utility shop drawings hydraulic calculations material submissions and technical proposals
• Coordinate with civil structural architectural MEP and landscape teams to resolve interface and constructability issues
• Evaluate requests for information technical queries and proposed design modifications related to utility systems
• Support the review of value engineering proposals while maintaining operational and regulatory requirements
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations for utility system optimization and issue resolution

Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Ensure wet utility works comply with approved quality plans project specifications and contractual requirements
• Review inspection records testing reports and material certifications related to utility installations
• Monitor implementation of inspection and test plans for utility construction activities
• Identify non-conformities and verify implementation of corrective and preventive actions
• Participate in quality audits and compliance reviews to ensure adherence to project standards

Testing and Commissioning

• Oversee pressure testing leakage testing flushing disinfection flow testing and commissioning activities
• Verify that utility systems meet operational performance requirements before acceptance and handover
• Review testing and commissioning documentation submitted by contractors
• Coordinate with utility authorities and stakeholders during testing and commissioning activities
• Support final inspections snagging activities and system handover processes

Site Inspection and Progress Monitoring

• Conduct regular site inspections to assess construction quality progress and compliance status
• Monitor contractor productivity and progress against approved construction schedules
• Verify completion of utility installations before subsequent construction activities commence
• Identify delays risks and construction constraints affecting utility works
• Provide progress updates and recommendations to project management

Stakeholder Coordination

• Liaise with Client representatives contractors consultants utility authorities and project stakeholders on wet utility matters
• Participate in progress meetings technical workshops and site coordination meetings
• Coordinate approvals and inspections with relevant utility service providers and authorities
• Support multidisciplinary coordination to ensure timely delivery of utility infrastructure works
• Maintain effective communication channels to address project challenges and stakeholder requirements

Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare daily weekly and monthly reports covering utility construction progress and compliance activities
• Maintain records of inspections approvals testing results technical reviews and site observations
• Review contractor progress reports and verify the accuracy of utility-related information
• Document non-conformance reports corrective actions technical comments and engineering recommendations
• Ensure all utility documentation is properly maintained for audits authority reviews and project closeout

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional Engineering registration or equivalent accreditation is desirable.
• Membership in a recognized engineering institution is preferred.
• Training related to utility infrastructure, construction supervision, or quality management is advantageous.
• Additional certifications related to utility engineering or project management are considered beneficial.
• Minimum 12-15 years of professional experience in utility engineering and construction supervision.
• Minimum 7 years of experience on site supervision consultancy projects involving wet utility infrastructure.
• Proven experience in potable water, sewerage, drainage, irrigation, and firefighting water systems.
• Experience on large-scale buildings, convention centers, hotels, resorts, and mixed-use developments.
• Previous GCC experience, preferably within Saudi Arabia, is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of wet utility infrastructure systems and construction methodologies.
• Understanding of water supply, sewerage, stormwater drainage, irrigation, and firefighting network requirements.
• Experience in reviewing shop drawings, technical submissions, utility layouts, and construction documentation.
• Familiarity with local authority regulations, international standards, and utility construction best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, BIM platforms, and engineering software.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and commitment to engineering quality.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.