Resident Engineer - Madinah

Role Overview

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an experienced Resident Engineer to lead construction supervision and delivery of major high-rise, mixed-use, hospitality, residential, commercial, and building infrastructure projects in Madinah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

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. Together with industry partners, clients, and a global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, the company is committed to leading clients across various end markets to engineer a better future for the planet and its people.

Role Purpose

The Resident Engineer will manage all site supervision activities, ensuring construction works are executed in accordance with approved designs, project specifications, Saudi regulations, quality standards, HSE requirements, and project schedules. The role requires leadership of multidisciplinary site teams, coordination with clients, contractors, authorities, and stakeholders, and oversight of successful project delivery from construction through testing, commissioning, and handover.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Supervision & Execution

• Lead and manage day-to-day construction supervision activities for high-rise buildings, mixed-use developments, hospitality projects, and large-scale building developments.
• Ensure construction works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, contract requirements, Saudi Building Code, and local authority regulations.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to verify compliance with quality, safety, environmental, and contractual requirements.

Site Team Management

• Manage multidisciplinary site supervision teams, including Civil, Structural, Architectural, MEP Engineers, Inspectors, and HSE personnel.
• Lead progress meetings and coordinate with contractors to address delays, technical challenges, and risk mitigation strategies.

Schedule & Progress Monitoring

• Monitor construction progress and ensure compliance with approved project schedules and key milestones.

Quality Assurance & Control

• Ensure implementation of quality assurance and quality control procedures throughout all construction activities.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate with clients, project managers, contractors, consultants, utility providers, and local authorities to facilitate project execution and approvals.
• Participate in authority inspections and facilitate project approvals and occupancy certifications.

Technical Issues & Design Coordination

• Review and resolve technical design and construction issues, providing practical engineering solutions and recommendations.
• Ensure effective coordination between architectural, structural, façade, fit-out, and MEP disciplines throughout construction.

Commercial & Documentation Management

• Review contractor claims, variation orders, extension of time requests, and payment applications.
• Ensure all project documentation, records, reports, and correspondence are properly maintained and submitted.

Testing, Commissioning & Handover

• Monitor testing, commissioning, snagging, and project close-out activities.
• Lead project handover activities and ensure successful completion of all contractual obligations.

Risk & Stakeholder Management

• Support the management of project risks, commercial issues, and stakeholder concerns.

Reporting

• Report project progress, risks, quality issues, and key performance indicators to senior management and clients.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Project Management is preferred.
• Professional Engineer registration or recognized chartership is preferred.
• PMP Certification or equivalent project management qualification is an advantage.
• Membership in a recognized professional engineering institution is desirable.
• Minimum 15 to 20 years of professional experience in construction supervision and project delivery.
• Minimum 10 years of experience as Resident Engineer or Senior Construction Supervision Engineer on major building projects.
• Previous experience in Saudi Arabia or GCC countries is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects throughout the full lifecycle, from design coordination and construction through commissioning and handover.
• Experience working with international consultants, contractors, project management consultants (PMC), and government stakeholders.

Additional Information

Worker Type & Employment

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