QA/QC Engineer (Saudi National)
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical QA/QC Engineer (Saudi National) to join our site supervision team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As a key member of the quality assurance team, you will be responsible for ensuring that all construction activities comply with project specifications, quality standards, and applicable codes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement and monitor Project Quality Plans, procedures, specifications, and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) for all construction activities
- Develop and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS), including procedures, guidelines, forms, data collection tools, reporting systems, and checklists to enhance performance and ensure compliance
- Plan, execute, and participate in internal and external quality audits, including supplier audits, and ensure implementation of corrective and preventive actions
- Monitor and assess project risks throughout the lifecycle, proactively addressing potential issues to prevent scope and quality deviations
- Supervise on-site and off-site construction activities, including mock-ups, samples, and manufacturing processes (FAT/SAT)
- Lead change management initiatives for product quality improvements, ensuring effective implementation of new standards and processes
- Provide day-to-day support and guidance to project management teams and contractors on quality requirements and QMS implementation
- Lead regular quality surveillance and coordination meetings to drive continuous improvement
- Monitor and oversee contractors’ QMS implementation during project execution
- Conduct inspections and testing of construction activities, including excavation, formwork, reinforcement, concreting, structural works, masonry, and finishing
- Review and verify material test reports, mix designs, and calibration certificates
- Ensure all materials delivered to the site comply with approved material submittals and relevant standards
- Coordinate with clients and consultants on inspection requests and quality-related matters
- Maintain and update quality control records, including inspection reports, test results, Site Observation Reports (SORs), and Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs)
- Manage NCRs, conduct root cause analysis, and implement preventive actions using methodologies such as Six Sigma or Lean principles
- Ensure construction practices comply with approved drawings, specifications, and method statements
- Assist in the review and approval of QA/QC documentation
- Ensure all activities comply with safety and environmental requirements
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and provide feedback for process optimization
- Analyze quality data to identify systemic issues and report on KPIs, PQIs, and dashboards
- Lead site walkthroughs, raise punch list items, and review handover documentation packages
- Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly reports to the Quality Manager, Program Director, and Client representatives
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
- Certification in ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems) and ISO 19011:2018 (Audit Management)
- Licensed Civil Engineer (preferred)
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications
- Strong documentation and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and coordination abilities
- Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS)
- Expertise in non-conformance reporting and implementing corrective actions
- Knowledge of construction materials testing methods
- Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
- Ability to make sound and timely quality-related decisions
- Collaborative approach to working with project teams and stakeholders