Architectural Inspector Finishes

About KEO International Consultants

KEO International Consultants is a creative enterprise known for its innovative approach to planning, design, and project delivery in both built and natural environments. With over 57 years of experience, KEO has contributed to significant 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 in the Middle East Region in their 2021 WAS 100 Survey.

The Role of Architectural Inspector – Finishes

KEO International Consultants is seeking an Architectural Inspector – Finishes to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves ensuring that architectural and civil finishing works comply with approved designs, specifications, and quality standards. The inspector will play a key role in maintaining quality throughout the construction process.

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 such as blockwork, plastering, screed, waterproofing, concrete-related works, and 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, and ensure 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 and report 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 works comply 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.

Required Experience

Candidates for this position should possess 8-10 years of relevant experience in civil or architectural inspection, with a focus on finishes.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires active participation in site activities and coordination with various project stakeholders.

Application Process

KEO International Consultants invites qualified candidates to apply for this role. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.