Lead Field Engineer – Architectural Finishes

Role Overview

Lead Field Engineer – Architectural Finishes at SNC-Lavalin, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. You will supervise and monitor architectural finishing works for a prestigious large-scale development project, ensuring all finishes are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, quality standards, design intent, and project schedules.

Company Overview

AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization that connects people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. The organization partners with industry leaders, clients, and a global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers to engineer a better future for the planet and its people.

Role Purpose

To supervise, inspect, and coordinate all architectural finishing works across convention centers, hospitality facilities, mixed-use developments, and landmark building projects. You will work closely with the Resident Engineer, Construction Manager, architects, interior designers, contractors, and specialist suppliers to deliver high-quality finishes that meet design intent and contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Supervision and Inspection

• Supervise and inspect architectural finishing works to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections to verify workmanship quality and compliance with approved standards.
• Monitor installation of architectural finishes including wall finishes, ceilings, flooring, cladding, joinery, millwork, decorative elements, waterproofing, and façade-related finishes.
• Ensure finishes are delivered in accordance with design intent, approved material samples, mock-ups, and quality standards.

Technical Review and Coordination

• Review shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and technical submissions related to architectural works.
• Review mock-ups and sample installations and recommend acceptance or corrective actions.
• Coordinate with architectural, structural, MEP, interior design, and specialist contractor teams to resolve interface issues.
• Support the review and resolution of Requests for Information (RFIs), technical queries, and site instructions.

Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with approved Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) procedures.
• Identify quality deficiencies and issue site observations, non-conformance reports, and corrective action recommendations.
• Monitor contractor workmanship standards and ensure corrective actions are implemented where necessary.
• Verify that materials delivered to site comply with approved specifications and material submittals.
• Witness inspections and testing activities related to finishes, waterproofing systems, sealants, coatings, and façade elements.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements during finishing operations.

Progress Monitoring and Reporting

• Monitor contractor progress and ensure finishing activities are aligned with approved construction schedules.
• Participate in progress meetings, inspections, design coordination meetings, and technical reviews.
• Assist in verifying completed works for progress reporting and payment certification.
• Conduct snagging and de-snagging inspections and ensure timely closure of punch list items.
• Support testing, commissioning, operational readiness, and project handover activities.
• Maintain detailed records of inspections, approvals, observations, and project documentation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8+ years of overall professional experience in building construction and architectural supervision.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in architectural finishes supervision on major building projects.
• Proven experience in luxury hotels, resorts, convention centers, mixed-use developments, commercial towers, or high-end building developments.
• Experience supervising installation of stone, marble, granite, ceramic tiles, wood flooring, gypsum systems, suspended ceilings, decorative finishes, wall coverings, joinery, and specialty finishes.
• Experience reviewing shop drawings, materials, mock-ups, and technical submittals.
• Experience within Site Supervision Consultancy, Engineering Consultancy, or PMC environments is highly preferred.
• Previous experience on projects in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of architectural finishes, interior fit-out works, and building envelope systems.
• Familiarity with hospitality industry standards and high-quality finishing requirements.
• Strong understanding of QA/QC requirements, inspection procedures, and material testing processes.
• Knowledge of international building standards and architectural construction best practices.
• Ability to identify workmanship deficiencies and recommend practical solutions.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and technical reporting skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant construction management software.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic language skills are an advantage.

Additional Information

Employment Terms

• Employee
• Regular full-time position

Benefits

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation and housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.