Lead Field Engineer Civil

About the Role

SNC-Lavalin Fayez Engineering is seeking a Lead Field Engineer - Civil to oversee and monitor civil construction activities for a significant development project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role requires 5-10 years of experience and involves ensuring that all civil works adhere to approved drawings, specifications, quality standards, project schedules, and health and safety requirements. The successful candidate will report to the Resident Engineer and Construction Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor daily civil construction activities on site to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections to verify that construction works are carried out according to approved methodologies and quality standards.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure construction activities progress according to approved schedules.
• Review construction drawings and technical documents, identifying discrepancies or conflicts for resolution.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, MEP engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.
• Inspect various civil elements including excavation, foundations, concrete works, structural elements, roads, utilities, drainage systems, and external works.
• Review and monitor contractor method statements, work procedures, and inspection requests.
• Verify material deliveries and ensure materials used on site comply with approved specifications and material submittals.
• Witness field testing, laboratory testing, and inspection activities related to civil works.
• Ensure proper implementation of Quality Assurance and Quality Control procedures.
• Identify construction issues and provide technical recommendations for timely resolution.
• Prepare site observation reports, inspection reports, and daily progress records.
• Assist in reviewing Requests for Information (RFIs), technical queries, and field change requests.
• Monitor compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements and report unsafe practices.
• Verify quantities and completed works to support progress reporting and payment certification.
• Coordinate with survey teams to ensure proper setting-out and alignment of construction activities.
• Participate in project meetings, site walks, and construction coordination meetings.
• Monitor snagging, de-snagging, and punch-list activities during project closeout.
• Support testing, commissioning, and handover activities related to civil infrastructure and building works.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, site instructions, and project documentation.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in civil engineering, with a focus on field supervision and monitoring of construction activities.
• Demonstrated ability to ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Strong technical understanding of civil construction methodologies and practices.

Compensation and Benefits

SNC-Lavalin Fayez Engineering offers a comprehensive rewards package, which includes:

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