Audio Visual Specialist

About Solaiman A. ElKhereiji (SAK) Engineering Consultant Company

Solaiman A. ElKhereiji (SAK) Engineering Consultant Company is an AEC consultancy with over 40 years of experience. The firm specializes in delivering projects across hospitality, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use sectors, with expertise in sustainable design, construction supervision, and project management.

Project Overview

This role supports a heritage project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative and targeting Gold LEED certification. The development includes the construction of a Public Realm around mixed-use buildings, academies, a traditional Najdi-style mosque, a digital art museum, and a mud-brick cinema with underground parking.

Role Summary

The Audio Visual (AV) Specialist will be responsible for the planning, design review, coordination, installation supervision, testing, commissioning, and handover of AV systems across various project assets. These assets include commercial offices, residential towers, retail spaces, conference facilities, entertainment venues, public areas, and the smart building environment. The specialist will ensure all AV systems meet project specifications, client requirements, industry standards, and operational needs, coordinating with architects, consultants, MEP teams, ICT/ELV contractors, and end users. This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and requires over 10 years of experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Review AV system designs, drawings, materials, and other submittals for compliance with design intent and technical specifications.
• Coordinate AV requirements with architects, interior designers, MEP, ICT, and ELV disciplines.
• Track project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate AV installations with construction schedules.
• Interface with consultants, contractors, vendors, and client representatives.
• Resolve site coordination issues and clashes.
• Identify installation errors or equipment deficiencies, issue site instructions or snag lists, and verify contractor rectification.
• Monitor AV contractor installation activities and conduct functional testing of AV equipment.
• Conduct inspections and quality audits, ensuring compliance with project quality standards and safety regulations.
• Review O&M manuals and as-built documentation.
• Support project handover and warranty activities, and participate in project closeout documentation and approvals.
• Perform system integration testing.
• Provide guidance and support to engineering teams and junior engineers.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, identify issues, and ensure compliance with the design.
• Coordinate with the Client, PMC, contractors, other construction professionals, and the design team.
• Identify and resolve construction issues or discrepancies during the project.
• Provide regular progress reports to project managers and other stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience

• Over 10 years of experience in Audio Visual systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead strategically, execute vision, manage resources, and deliver results within timelines and budgets.
• Experience working closely with Construction Supervision Consultant (CSC) teams.

Joining Time

The expected joining time for this position is 1 to 2 weeks.