Civil/Architectural Inspector

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 numerous 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: Civil/Architectural Inspector

KEO International Consultants is seeking a Civil/Architectural Inspector to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position involves ensuring the quality and compliance of civil and architectural works on projects, aligning with approved designs, specifications, and company standards.

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 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 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 relevant experience in civil and architectural inspection.
• Demonstrated ability to inspect various architectural finishes and civil works.
• Proficiency in reviewing technical documentation such as shop drawings, material submittals, and ITPs.
• Strong understanding of construction quality control processes and standards.

Work Environment

This role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and operates on a full-time schedule. The successful candidate will work within a dynamic project team, coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure project quality and compliance.