Finishing Inspector

About KEO International Consultants

KEO International Consultants is a creative enterprise known for its innovation in planning, design, and project delivery across built and natural environments. With over 57 years of experience, KEO has contributed to significant global projects and is recognized by ENR in the Top 225 International Design Firms and Top 20 International PM/CM Firms. World Architecture also ranks KEO as the 50th largest global architecture firm and the #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2021 WAS 100 Survey.

The Role of Finishing Inspector

KEO is seeking a talented Finishing Inspector (Architecture) to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is responsible for ensuring proper communication with client site engineers on all project-related issues and for reviewing, understanding, and implementing contract drawings and specifications on site. The role requires 5-10 years of relevant experience.

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, and waterproofing.
• Monitor civil works such as blockwork, plastering, screed, waterproofing, and concrete-related activities.
• Review approved shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and inspection and test plans.
• 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 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 a similar role.
• Demonstrated ability to review, understand, and implement contract drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication skills for effective interaction with client site engineers and project teams.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, within a dynamic and integrated AEP/PMCM firm. The role involves regular site inspections and coordination with various project stakeholders.

Application Process

We invite qualified candidates to apply for this opportunity to contribute to KEO's diverse portfolio of projects.