Resident Engineer

Role Overview

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Resident Engineer to lead and manage all site supervision activities for a prestigious large-scale development program in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The Resident Engineer will serve as the Consultant's senior on-site representative throughout construction, testing, commissioning, and project handover phases.

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 Resident Engineer ensures that construction works are executed in accordance with approved designs, contract requirements, quality standards, project schedules, and health, safety, and environmental regulations. The role demands leadership of multidisciplinary supervision teams, management of contractor performance, coordination with stakeholders, and oversight across all project delivery phases.

Key Responsibilities

Site Representation & Leadership

• Act as the Consultant's primary site representative and lead all project site supervision activities.
• Manage and supervise multidisciplinary engineering and inspection teams covering civil, structural, architectural, MEP, infrastructure, and specialist systems.
• Mentor and develop supervision staff while maintaining high standards of professional performance and technical excellence.

Construction Compliance & Quality

• Ensure construction works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, contract requirements, and applicable codes and standards.
• Ensure implementation of approved Quality Assurance and Quality Control procedures across all project activities.
• Review and recommend approval of contractor submissions including shop drawings, method statements, material submittals, construction programs, and technical proposals.

Contractor & Performance Management

• Monitor contractor performance, progress, productivity, and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Effectively manage multiple contractors and interfaces on complex construction projects.
• Monitor project schedules and ensure achievement of key project milestones and deliverables.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Monitor compliance with Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) requirements and promote a strong safety culture.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Arabian regulations, authority approvals, and statutory requirements.

Technical Coordination & Problem Resolution

• Lead regular progress meetings, technical coordination meetings, and stakeholder workshops.
• Provide guidance and resolution for site-related technical challenges, design issues, and construction constraints.
• Review and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs), technical queries, and field modifications.
• Coordinate with local authorities, utility providers, operators, and other stakeholders to facilitate project execution.

Testing, Commissioning & Handover

• Oversee testing, commissioning, integrated system testing, and operational readiness activities.
• Manage snagging, de-snagging, and handover processes to ensure successful project completion.

Commercial & Administrative Management

• Review and certify contractor progress reports, payment applications, and completed works.
• Support commercial and contracts teams in evaluating variations, claims, and Extension of Time (EOT) requests.
• Monitor risk management activities and ensure timely mitigation of project risks.
• Prepare and submit monthly project reports highlighting progress, quality, safety, commercial matters, and key project risks.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Project Management is preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE), Chartered Engineer, PMP, or equivalent professional certification is highly desirable.
• Minimum 20+ years of overall professional experience in construction and engineering projects.
• Minimum 10 years of experience as a Resident Engineer on major building developments.
• Proven experience on large-scale buildings, convention centers, hospitality developments, luxury hotels, resorts, mixed-use developments, and commercial complexes.
• Extensive experience within Site Supervision Consultancy, PMC, or Engineering Consultancy environments.
• Demonstrated experience in FIDIC contract administration and construction management.
• Previous experience in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region is highly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of international building codes, construction standards, and engineering best practices.
• Proven track record managing multidisciplinary project teams and complex stakeholder environments.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems, construction methodologies, testing, commissioning, and project handover requirements.
• Experience reviewing contractor claims, variations, schedule recovery plans, and commercial matters.
• Thorough understanding of project controls, construction sequencing, and risk management processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management and reporting software applications.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic language skills are advantageous.

Additional Information

Employment Terms

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