Site Engineer

Knight Frank Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 179,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

A global property consultancy is seeking experienced Site Engineers in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to oversee tenant fit-out works across multiple large-scale mall developments. Responsibilities include project coordination, quality monitoring, and MEP oversight. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field and possess proven experience in retail or F&B projects. This role emphasizes strong communication skills and the ability to work autonomously in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in entertainment, retail, and/or F&B fit-out projects.
• Strong exposure to MEP works.
• Ability to interpret and report on project programmes.
• Fluency in English, knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
• Experience in client-facing roles with tenants, consultants and contractors.
• Willingness to travel across sites and environments.
• Fluent English; Arabic an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day coordination of tenant fit-out projects.
• Monitor site progress and quality; ensure compliance with designs.
• Prepare weekly progress and quality reports.
• Maintain professional communication with stakeholders.
• Witness MEP testing and commissioning activities.
• Review construction and fit-out programs, identifying risks and delays.
• Prepare weekly progress and quality reports with photos and issues.
• Provide site intelligence and reporting to the Project Lead in Dubai.
• Maintain professional client-facing communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

MEP coordination

Client liaison

Construction drawing interpretation

Communication skills

Report writing

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical/electrical/plumbing engineering or related field

Job description

Riyadh, Madinah, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia | Posted on 01/07/2026

We are seeking experienced Site Engineers to support the delivery of tenant fit-out works across multiple large-scale mall developments in KSA. The role involves on-site project coordination, progress and quality monitoring, and MEP oversight for entertainment, retail and F&B units, working autonomously while reporting into a project lead.

Responsibilities

• Carry out unit handover inspections for entertainment, retail and F&B units across assigned developments, ensuring readiness for tenant fit-out works
• Manage the day-to-day coordination of multiple tenant fit-out projects simultaneously, acting as the on-site point of contact
• Monitor site progress, workmanship quality, and compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and mall design guidelines
• Attend and lead site meetings with tenants, tenant project managers, contractors, and consultants as required
• Witness MEP testing and commissioning activities, ensuring systems are installed, tested, and commissioned in accordance with approved standards
• Track and review construction and fit-out programs, identifying risks, delays, and coordination issues early
• Review and interpret architectural, MEP, and coordination drawings, ensuring works are executed accordingly
• Prepare and submit weekly progress and quality reports for each assigned unit, including photographs, key issues, risks, and recommendations
• Provide accurate and timely site intelligence and reporting to the Project Lead based in Dubai, supporting informed decision‑making
• Maintain professional, client‑facing communication with all stakeholders, representing the project team on site

Requirements

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical/electrical/plumbing, Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in entertainment, retail and/or F&B fit‑out projects, ideally multi‑site developments, with strong exposure to MEP works.
• Solid understanding of both construction and MEP disciplines, enabling effective coordination and issue resolution.
• Experience working in client‑facing roles, liaising confidently with tenants, consultants, and contractors.
• Ability to interpret, monitor, and report on project programmes.
• Strong capability in reading, interpreting, and utilising construction drawings (architectural and MEP).
• Sufficient seniority to work autonomously with minimal supervision in a remote working structure.
• Valid driving license (mandatory for role due to travel requirements across sites).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong team player with the ability to build relationships.
• Clear and logical thinker with well‑developed report writing.
• Ability to take initiative and work proactively.
• Ability to work flexible schedules to ensure successful and timely delivery of projects.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and a co‑operative attitude.
• The ability to understand and make use of computers and information technology (KF Internal Systems).
• Understanding of regional business culture and regulations.
• Language skills: Fluency in English, written and verbal is essential. Arabic would be an advantage.
• Travel: Flexible attitude towards travelling.

About Company

Knight Frank LLP is the leading independent global property consultancy. Headquartered in London, the Knight Frank network has 740+ offices across 50+ territories and more than 27,000 people. The Group advises clients ranging from individual owners and buyers to major developers, investors, and corporate tenants. For further information about the Firm, please visit www.knightfrank.com. In the MENA region, we have strategically positioned offices in key countries such as the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, and Egypt. For almost 2 decades, we have been offering integrated residential and commercial real estate services, including transactional support, consultancy, and management. Understanding the unique intricacies of local markets is at the core of what we do, we blend this understanding with our global resources to provide you with tailored solutions that meet your specific needs. At Knight Frank, excellence, innovation, and a genuine focus on our clients drive everything we do. We are not just consultants; we are trusted partners in property ready to support you on your real estate journey, no matter the scale of your endeavour.