Architectural Finishes Inspector

About KEO International Consultants

KEO International Consultants is an enterprise focused on innovation, providing end-to-end services from conceptualization to project delivery in built and natural environments. With over 57 years of experience, KEO has contributed to numerous projects globally. The firm is recognized by ENR in the Top 225 International Design Firms and Top 20 International PM/CM Firms, and by World Architecture as the 50th largest global architecture firm and #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2021 WAS 100 Survey.

The Role of Architectural Finishes Inspector

KEO International Consultants is seeking an Architectural Finishes Inspector to join the team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position requires 5-10 years of experience and involves ensuring the quality and compliance of architectural and civil finishing works on projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect and monitor civil, architectural, and finishing works for 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 adhere to approved drawings, specifications, approved materials, and applicable standards.
• Identify defects, non-conformances, and workmanship issues, ensuring corrective actions are 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 snagging and handover stages to ensure all outstanding works and defects are addressed.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Saudi Arabian regulations, project specifications, approved drawings, and relevant international standards.
• Support the project team in maintaining 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 8-10 years of experience in civil/finishes inspection, specifically within architecture.
• Demonstrated ability to inspect and monitor various architectural and civil finishing works.
• Familiarity with approved drawings, specifications, project requirements, and quality standards.
• Experience in identifying defects, non-conformances, and ensuring corrective actions.
• Knowledge of Saudi Arabian regulations and relevant international standards in construction.

Work Environment

This role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and operates on a full-time basis within a dynamic team environment.