Jobs in Saudi Arabia

Wood is currently seeking a Surveyor Plant/ Quantity surveyor to support our projects business. The role involves contributing to the development of a new gold mine and processing facility at a remote site in Saudi Arabia.

• Medical Insurance - Ensures specialist care is available to you and eligible family members residing in country. Pre-existing medical conditions are covered. No limit on number of children covered under the policy however age and coverage limits apply in line with KSA CCHI rules. Option to select higher medical cover payable at employees own expense.
• Employee Assistance Programme - Allows you to feel comfortable knowing that you or your immediate family members can confidentially discuss any work or personal issues that are an inevitable part of life. The program helps support your mental, physical, social & financial well-being.
• GOSI (Social Insurance) - Payable to KSA employees, social insurance contributions are paid by the company in line with Government legislation to cover occupational hazards.
• End of Service Gratuity - In line with KSA Labour Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit.
• Examination Leave - Upon company approval to enroll in an education institute or to continue within such institution, employees have the right to fully paid leave to sit for an examination of an unrepeated year. Leave duration is based on the days of actual examination and must be applied for no less than fifteen days prior exam
• Professional Memberships - One professional membership, registration, subscription, certification and/or license cost per annum for all active Wood employees. The membership must be relevant to the role you are currently employed in or be part of a development plan. Reimbursement should be claimed via the expenses procedure system, with supporting evidence.
• Inspire Awards - Our annual awards programme is all about recognising and celebrating our inspirational colleagues - those designing the future, upholding our values and playing a pivotal role in delivering our strategy. Employees can recognise those who inspire them and make their day by nominating them for their hard work, innovation and tenacity.
• Long Service Award - Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years' service of our employees at 5 year service milestones.
• Career Development Champions - Prioritizes structured growth through goal setting and resource utilization. Employees use tools for planning and feedback, with managers actively coaching and mentoring to support advancement. Continuous learning and development are emphasized to help employees achieve their career goals effectively.

• Preparation of survey equipment and software.
• Preparation and development Preambles and Schedules of Rates, including input to Contract Payment terms and conditions, commensurate with client's requirements.
• Execution and assistance with survey and positioning equipment calibrations.
• Ensure all survey data is of the required standard and in accordance with Customer specification and procedures.
• Technical monitoring of survey operations including ensuring the appropriate system calibrations are in use.
• Prepare / verify Bills of Quantities and scope of work
• Assess and handle claim, variation and extra work
• Assist in contract close - out and final account settlement
• Provide reasoned advice and forecasts on costs including conducting Contractor and Company audits.
• Establish validity, negotiate and agree value of Variation Requests and Claims received from Contractor.
• Calculation and computation of survey results
• Understanding and review of project procedures and survey and inspection requirements
• Boundary surveys to locate the corners and boundary lines of a parcel of land. Conduct both record and field research, including any measurements and computations needed to set the boundary
• Lines in accordance with applicable laws and locating easement lines and encroachments.
• Location surveys to provide information on the location of interior improvements to fulfil the requirements of a zoning permit
• Site planning surveys for development permit applications, combining boundary and topographic
• surveys to plan design improvements and developments before construction begins.
• Construction surveys including staking out walls, buildings, roads, and utilities to provide
• Construction personnel with directions for implementing the development plans.
• Sub-division / partition surveys for planning of infrastructure projects

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Surveying / Civil Engineering / Geomatics or similar.

• Typically requires 15 years of relevant industry experience in Surveyor Plant/ Quantity surveyor positions

• Survey experience relevant to the specific job requirements
• Knowledge of installation and configuration of contemporary survey-related hardware and software
• Understanding of calibration requirements and procedures for survey systems and sensors
• Understanding of spatial data manipulation and management
• Knowledge of geodesy
• Knowledge of technical specifications and standards for relevant industry sectors (e.g. oil and gas, renewables etc)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and geospatial data manipulation software

• Strong problem solving
• Capable of representing Wood in a professional manner."
• Proactive approach
• Strong communication skills
• Self-confidence and ability to assert oneself where necessary.
• Effective time management skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to be responsive and open to changing circumstances.
• Able to be adaptable and flexible to varying work scopes across disciplines.
• Capable of representing Wood in a professional manner.

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.