Job Type

Full-time

Work Type

On-Site

Location

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Experience

8 - 12 years

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Will be responsible for ensuring the successful planning, execution, and delivery of construction projects while efficiently considering the project time, cost, productivity, and quality requirements of the contract.
  • Will be responsible for supporting the Construction Manager and Project Manager, coordinating engineering activities, and maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Will be responsible in assigning and distributing the available resources, materials, subcontractors, and equipment on the project.

Project Planning and Coordination

  • Collaborate with project managers to develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets.
  • Determine the project approach, including milestones, deliverables, and scope. o Assists in the preparation of project proposals and budgets, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Assists in the introduction / applying new methods of construction and machinery used to improve the construction process. o Ensures construction work of assigned project is executed within target time frames agreed with the Project Manager/Construction Manager and budgeted cost.
  • Assists with the preparation of construction schedule, manpower histogram, submittal log, drawing log and any changes thereof, in coordination with construction staff and Planning & Cost Control Units for initial project planning.
  • Assists with the preparation of two-week look ahead schedules for project implementation.
  • Attends weekly meetings with the Project Manager/Construction Manager and Site Engineer(s) for look-ahead plan.
  • Interface/Interacts with consultants/supervisors on site-related matters and ensures good relationship with them.
  • Monitor project progress and performance, identifying potential challenges and proposing solutions.
  • Promotes a culture of logistic planning and productivity measurement.
  • Responsible for generating, securing, or otherwise confirming all information needed to create, monitor, and modify the progress schedule on a continuing basis.
  • Responsible for taking corrective and prventive measures to resolve the issues raised from HSE inspection or management and as stipulated in company IMS policy, IMS objectives and government legal legislation.
  • Review the Variations/Change Orders/Time extensions with the Project Manager/Construction manager to give feedback about the impact on the project.
  • Oversight resources, including labor, materials, and equipment, to meet project objectives and timelines.
  • Determine project resources, including funding, people and equipment.
  • Determine how to allocate/reallocate project resources throughout the project.
  • Promotes a culture of minimizing material wastage and enhances labor/equipment usage.
  • Optimizes manpower productivity, equipment, and materials allocation and ensures no materials are wasted on assigned parts of the site.
  • Assign responsibilities on-site staff as per directions of the Construction Manager and Project Manager.
  • Supervises staff and non-staff attendance and productivity. o Interfaces/coordinates with sub-contractors to ensure compliance of project implementation with construction schedule.
  • Interfaces / follows up with suppliers to verify materials received.
  • Issues material requisition forms in coordination with Project Manager/Construction Manager.
  • Oversees purchase and delivery of required materials and inflow/outflow of site store materials in coordination with the Procurement Department.
  • Assign tasks and responsibilities to Site Engineers and foremen as per directions of the Project Manager/Site Construction Manager.
  • Assists in training and development of personnel in the construction function.
  • Assists in the preparation of the project close out reports.

Engineering and Design Support

  • Review project specifications, drawings, and technical documents to ensure alignment with design requirements and standards
  • Coordinates with Project Manager or Site construction Manager on preparation of all project submittals and drawings.
  • Coordinates with the Project Manager against any shop drawings clashes.
  • Ensures placement of Company logo on site panels.
  • Work closely with architects, designers, and subcontractors to address design changes, modifications, and clarifications.
  • Provide technical expertise in resolving engineering and construction-related challenges, promoting efficient solutions. Conduct inspections to assess construction progress and adherence to design specifications

Quality Control and Quality Assurance

  • Responsible for supervising project execution complying with all applicable Quality, Environmental, Occupational health and safety procedures.
  • Implement and enforce quality control processes to uphold the highest standards of construction quality.
  • Conduct regular inspections and quality checks to ensure workmanship and materials meet project specifications and industry standards.
  • Issues inspection Request to the QA/QC team to inspect the activities.
  • Collaborate with the quality assurance team to address non-conformities and implement timely corrective actions. Implements the safety requirements in coordination with the Safety Officer.
  • Maintain detailed records of quality-related issues and resolutions to track and report progress

Communication and Stakeholder Management

  • Serve as a point of contact for project stakeholders, including clients, subcontractors, and relevant regulatory authorities.
  • Organize and facilitate project meetings, providing clear and concise updates on project status, milestones, and potential issues.
  • Responsible for performing and managing all required activities to accomplish site work, including documentation.
  • Manage project documentation, including Requests for Information (RFIs), change orders, and submittals, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
  • Cultivate positive relationships with stakeholders to enhance client satisfaction and ensure the overall success of the construction projects.
  • Identify and communicate directly with all project stakeholders as the project manager sees fit.
  • Determine which recommendations to implement if the project stakeholders do not provide any required feedback within three business days of it being requested

Technical Attributes

  • Advanced computer skills and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Project Management procedures and practices.
  • Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Procore, Prolog, Primavera)
  • Strong understanding of construction processes, methods, and materials used in the building trades.
  • Proven knowledge of construction regulations, safety standards, and industry best practices.
  • Knowledge of basic principles of program finances and budgeting.

Desired Candidate Profile

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license is required
  • Master's degree preferred
  • Twelve (12) years or above overall experience as a Site Engineer in a leading construction company
  • Proven experience in multiple components of organizational finance and operations, such as budget preparation, fiscal management, financial controls, workforce management, information technology, contract administration, facilities administration, and/or materials management.
  • Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal skills, situational negotiation, and conflict management skill.
  • Ability to supervise and lead assigned staff.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and work demands.
  • Excellent team player with strong client and results orientation
  • Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
  • Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision.
  • Ability to work long hours during urgent work situation.