Senior Site Engineer (Civil / Architectural)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Site Engineer (Civil / Architectural) to join our contracting and construction company.

The candidate will lead day-to-day site execution of civil, structural and finishing works, manage subcontractors, and ensure that works are delivered safely, to specification, on schedule and within budget on fast-track building projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering.

• Minimum 8–10 years of site experience in building construction within the contracting sector.

• Valid Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) membership.

• Proven experience in structural works (cast-in-situ and precast), masonry and finishing works for commercial, residential or hospitality projects.

• Strong ability to read and interpret structural and architectural drawings, shop drawings and specifications.

• Experience in managing multiple subcontractors and coordinating site interfaces with MEP works.

• Good knowledge of Saudi Building Code (SBC), quality and safety requirements.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office and progress reporting tools.

• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise and control daily site activities for civil, structural and finishing works.

• Ensure works are executed according to approved drawings, specifications, method statements and the project schedule.

• Direct and coordinate subcontractors, allocate work areas and monitor their productivity and manpower.

• Prepare and review look-ahead programs, daily and weekly progress reports and site records.

• Coordinate with the consultant, MEP engineers and other disciplines to resolve interfaces and site issues.

• Raise inspection requests (IRs/WIRs) and attend inspections with QA/QC and the consultant.

• Review shop drawings, material submittals and RFIs related to civil and architectural works.

• Verify subcontractor quantities and support the QS team in preparing interim payment applications.

• Enforce site safety rules and ensure compliance with HSE requirements.

• Mentor and guide junior site engineers and supervisors.