Construction Manager

Role Overview

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee and manage all construction activities for a major site supervision consultancy project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Company Overview

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

Role Purpose

The Construction Manager will ensure that construction works are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with approved drawings, specifications, quality standards, contractual requirements, and project schedules. Working closely with the Resident Engineer, Project Director, contractors, and multidisciplinary supervision teams, the successful candidate will provide construction leadership, coordinate site operations, resolve technical and construction issues, and ensure successful delivery of high-profile building and hospitality developments.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Supervision & Operations

• Lead and oversee all construction supervision activities during the project execution phase.
• Monitor and manage daily construction operations to ensure compliance with approved designs, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors, subcontractors, and site supervision personnel across multiple disciplines.
• Ensure construction activities are delivered in accordance with project schedules and approved work programs.
• Review construction methodologies, work sequences, and resource deployment plans.
• Monitor contractor performance and recommend corrective actions to address productivity or quality concerns.

Planning & Risk Management

• Monitor site progress and identify potential delays, risks, and construction constraints.
• Review contractor method statements, temporary works proposals, and construction execution plans.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure construction works comply with relevant local regulations, authority requirements, and international standards.
• Ensure implementation of approved Quality Assurance and Quality Control procedures.
• Monitor Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) performance and ensure compliance with project safety requirements.
• Coordinate inspection activities and ensure timely closure of observations and non-conformances.

Technical & Commercial Coordination

• Coordinate with design, engineering, planning, commercial, and quality teams to ensure project objectives are achieved.
• Review and resolve construction-related technical issues and Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Support project controls and commercial teams in evaluating construction impacts, variations, and claims.

Testing, Commissioning & Handover

• Oversee testing, commissioning, snagging, de-snagging, and handover activities.

Meetings & Reporting

• Lead construction coordination meetings and progress review meetings with project stakeholders.
• Verify construction progress for payment certification and reporting purposes.
• Ensure all construction records and reports are maintained in accordance with project requirements.

Project Closeout & Mentoring

• Support project closeout activities and ensure successful completion of all contractual obligations.
• Mentor and guide site engineers, inspectors, and supervision staff to promote high-performance project delivery.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Master's Degree in Construction Management or Project Management is preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE), Chartered Engineer, PMP, or equivalent certification is desirable.
• Minimum 15+ years of overall construction experience within the building construction industry.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in a Construction Manager role on major building developments.
• Proven experience delivering large-scale buildings, convention centers, hotels, resorts, mixed-use developments, commercial complexes, and hospitality projects.
• Extensive experience within Site Supervision Consultancy, PMC, or Engineering Consultancy environments.
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabian building regulations, authority approvals, and GCC construction practices.
• Experience working in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region is highly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, sequencing, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Demonstrated experience managing contractors and subcontractors on large and complex projects.
• Good understanding of FIDIC contract administration principles.
• Strong knowledge of quality management processes, inspection procedures, and commissioning requirements.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in construction management software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic language skills are an advantage.

Additional Information

Employment Type

• Employee
• Regular

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 with 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.