Materials SME - Roads & Bridges

Role Overview

Materials SME - Roads & Bridges at AtkinsRealis. The role is based with the Clients on major bridge and transportation infrastructure projects.

Company Overview

AtkinsRealis 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 team comprises consultants, designers, engineers and project managers working globally to engineer a better future for the planet and its people.

Role Purpose

The Materials SME serves as the technical authority for all construction materials, quality compliance, testing, and material engineering matters. The role ensures that all materials utilized throughout the project meet contract specifications, client requirements, international standards, and long-term durability requirements for bridge and transportation infrastructure assets.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Subject Matter Expertise

• Act as the principal Materials Engineering authority for the Projects.
• Provide specialist technical advice to project management, engineering, construction, quality, and commercial teams.
• Establish project material compliance strategies and quality management requirements.
• Review and approve material specifications, material submittals, testing requirements, and quality procedures.
• Lead resolution of complex material-related technical issues throughout project execution.
• Ensure compliance with client needs, MOTLS, Saudi standards, and international best practices.

Bridge Structures

• Oversee high-performance structural concrete applications.
• Manage reinforced concrete bridge elements.
• Direct post-tensioning systems and grouting materials.
• Assess structural steel bridges and fabricated steel components.
• Review bearings and expansion joint systems.
• Evaluate protective coatings and corrosion protection systems.
• Manage precast bridge components.
• Monitor waterproofing systems.

Transportation Infrastructure

• Oversee asphalt pavements.
• Manage aggregate base and subbase materials.
• Monitor roadway concrete pavements.
• Assess retaining wall materials.
• Evaluate drainage and utility infrastructure materials.
• Review geosynthetics and geotechnical products.
• Monitor highway safety barrier systems.
• Assess specialty bridge construction materials.

Material Approval & Compliance Management

• Review contractor material submittals and technical compliance documentation.
• Ensure all materials conform to project durability and performance requirements.
• Develop material approval workflows and compliance tracking processes.
• Support procurement teams in technical material evaluations.

Testing & Laboratory Oversight

• Establish project-wide material testing requirements and quality assurance protocols.
• Review and approve testing plans and laboratory procedures.
• Assess laboratory performance and ensure compliance with project standards.
• Review and validate test results and compliance records.

Durability & Asset Performance Management

• Ensure material selections support the long-term performance of bridge and infrastructure assets.
• Review durability design requirements and recommend enhancements where appropriate.
• Support lifecycle cost optimization through material engineering solutions.

Construction Quality Assurance

• Provide technical support during material installation and construction activities.
• Review material inspection records and quality documentation.
• Support Resident Engineers, Material Inspectors, and QA/QC teams on technical compliance matters.
• Participate in audits, surveillance activities, and quality reviews.
• Investigate material non-conformances and approve corrective action strategies.

Concrete & Steel Engineering

• Review and approve concrete mix designs.
• Monitor production, transportation, placement, curing, and testing procedures.
• Assess high-strength and specialty concrete applications.
• Ensure compliance with bridge-specific concrete performance requirements.
• Review fabrication procedures and steel material certifications.
• Assess welding materials, coating systems, and corrosion protection requirements.
• Verify compliance with project requirements for bridge steelwork and fabricated components.
• Support inspections and factory acceptance testing.

Procurement & Supplier Qualification

• Evaluate material suppliers, manufacturers, and production facilities.
• Participate in supplier audits and factory inspections.
• Assess alternative material proposals and value-engineering opportunities.
• Ensure supply chain compliance with specified quality standards.
• Review source approvals and manufacturing capabilities.

Risk Management

• Develop mitigation plans and contingency measures for material-related risks.
• Advise leadership on material risks impacting project schedule, cost, or quality.
• Participate in project risk workshops and technical reviews.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Ensure material selection and usage align with project HSE requirements.
• Promote environmental sustainability in material sourcing and utilization.
• Support implementation of sustainable construction practices.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and project sustainability objectives.
• Participate in safety reviews relating to material handling, storage, and testing.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, Construction Materials, or a related discipline.
• Master's Degree in Materials Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Construction Technology is highly desirable.
• Professional Engineer (PE), Chartered Engineer (CEng), or equivalent certification preferred.
• Membership of recognized professional institutions such as ICE, ASCE, CIHT, ACI, or IStructE is advantageous.
• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in materials engineering and quality management.
• Minimum 10 years of experience on major bridge and transportation infrastructure projects.
• Significant experience overseeing material compliance for projects exceeding USD 250 million.
• Previous GCC and Saudi Arabia project experience is highly desirable.
• Experience working within PMC, consultant, client, or major contractor organizations is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Expert technical knowledge of bridge and infrastructure materials.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Material specification and approval expertise.
• Durability and lifecycle performance assessment.
• Quality assurance and compliance management.
• Supplier evaluation and technical auditing.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and technical leadership abilities.
• Strong technical authority and leadership presence.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional quality focus.
• Strategic and solutions-driven mindset.
• High professional integrity and accountability.
• Ability to influence multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong communication and mentoring skills.
• Commitment to innovation, safety, and continuous improvement.

Additional Information

• Worker Type: Employee
• Job Type: Regular
• 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.