Finishing Engineer

About KEO International Consultants

KEO International Consultants is a creative enterprise known for its innovative approach. The firm provides end-to-end services, guiding clients from initial concept through to the realization of planning, design, or project delivery across built and natural environments. With over 57 years of experience, KEO has contributed to numerous significant projects globally, earning recognition as a highly integrated AEP/PMCM firm. KEO is ranked among the Top 225 International Design Firms and Top 20 International PM/CM Firms by ENR, and as the 50th largest global architecture firm and #1 Firm in the Middle East Region by World Architecture in their 2021 WAS 100 Survey.

The Role of Finishing Engineer

KEO International Consultants is seeking a Finishing Engineer to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position requires 5-10 years of experience. The Finishing Engineer will be responsible for ensuring proper communication with client site engineers on project-related issues and for reviewing, understanding, and implementing contract drawings and specifications on site.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect and monitor civil, architectural, and finishing works to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, project requirements, and KEO standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections to verify the quality, workmanship, and progress of architectural and civil works.
• Inspect architectural finishes, including flooring, tiling, wall finishes, ceilings, painting, plastering, joinery, doors, windows, waterproofing, and other internal and external finishes.
• Monitor civil works, including blockwork, plastering, screed, waterproofing, concrete-related works, and other associated building works.
• Review approved shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, inspection and test plans, and other technical documentation.
• Ensure construction activities are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, approved materials, and applicable standards.
• Identify defects, non-conformances, and workmanship issues, ensuring corrective actions are properly implemented and closed out.
• Witness inspections and testing activities in accordance with approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and other disciplines to resolve technical and construction-related issues.
• Review and comment on RFIs, shop drawings, material submissions, and other relevant technical documentation.
• Monitor the quality and progress of civil and architectural finishing works, reporting concerns to the project team.
• Ensure proper coordination between architectural finishes, civil, structural, MEP, and other building services.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, observations, non-conformances, and site activities.
• Participate in site meetings, inspections, snagging, rectification, and handover activities.
• Inspect completed works during the snagging and handover stages to ensure all outstanding works and defects are properly addressed.
• Ensure that works comply with applicable Saudi Arabian regulations, project specifications, approved drawings, and relevant international standards.
• Support the project team in maintaining the required quality standards throughout the construction process.
• Ensure compliance with project health, safety, and environmental requirements during site activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 8 to 10 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated ability to inspect and monitor civil, architectural, and finishing works.
• Proficiency in reviewing technical documentation such as shop drawings, material submittals, and method statements.
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabian regulations, project specifications, and international standards.

Work Environment

This role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and operates on a full-time basis. The Finishing Engineer will work within a dynamic team, collaborating with various disciplines and external stakeholders to ensure project quality and compliance.