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Lead Field Engineer – Architectural Finishes

Site Office, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Field Engineer – Architectural Finishes to supervise and monitor architectural finishing works for a prestigious large-scale development project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all architectural finishes are executed in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, quality standards, design intent, and project schedules. Working closely with the Resident Engineer, Construction Manager, architects, interior designers, contractors, and specialist suppliers, the Field Engineer will play a vital role in delivering high-quality finishes across convention centers, hospitality facilities, mixed-use developments, and landmark building projects.

Your role

  • Supervise and inspect architectural finishing works to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
  • Monitor installation of architectural finishes including wall finishes, ceilings, flooring, cladding, joinery, millwork, decorative elements, waterproofing, and façade-related finishes.
  • Ensure finishes are delivered in accordance with design intent, approved material samples, mock-ups, and quality standards.
  • Review shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and technical submissions related to architectural works.
  • Conduct regular site inspections to verify workmanship quality and compliance with approved standards.
  • Coordinate with architectural, structural, MEP, interior design, and specialist contractor teams to resolve interface issues.
  • Monitor contractor progress and ensure finishing activities are aligned with approved construction schedules.
  • Review mock-ups and sample installations and recommend acceptance or corrective actions.
  • Verify that materials delivered to site comply with approved specifications and material submittals.
  • Witness inspections and testing activities related to finishes, waterproofing systems, sealants, coatings, and façade elements.
  • Ensure compliance with approved Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) procedures.
  • Identify quality deficiencies and issue site observations, non-conformance reports, and corrective action recommendations.
  • Support the review and resolution of Requests for Information (RFIs), technical queries, and site instructions.
  • Monitor contractor workmanship standards and ensure corrective actions are implemented where necessary.
  • Participate in progress meetings, inspections, design coordination meetings, and technical reviews.
  • Assist in verifying completed works for progress reporting and payment certification.
  • Conduct snagging and de-snagging inspections and ensure timely closure of punch list items.
  • Support testing, commissioning, operational readiness, and project handover activities.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements during finishing operations.
  • Maintain detailed records of inspections, approvals, observations, and project documentation.
Cities & development Architecture & Planning

Location

Site Office, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-163564

Salary range

-

About you

  • Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 8+ years of overall professional experience in building construction and architectural supervision.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in architectural finishes supervision on major building projects.
  • Proven experience in luxury hotels, resorts, convention centers, mixed-use developments, commercial towers, or high-end building developments.
  • Experience within Site Supervision Consultancy, Engineering Consultancy, or PMC environments is highly preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of architectural finishes, interior fit-out works, and building envelope systems.
  • Experience supervising installation of stone, marble, granite, ceramic tiles, wood flooring, gypsum systems, suspended ceilings, decorative finishes, wall coverings, joinery, and specialty finishes.
  • Familiarity with hospitality industry standards and high-quality finishing requirements.
  • Experience reviewing shop drawings, materials, mock-ups, and technical submittals.
  • Strong understanding of QA/QC requirements, inspection procedures, and material testing processes.
  • Knowledge of international building standards and architectural construction best practices.
  • Ability to identify workmanship deficiencies and recommend practical solutions.
  • Previous experience on projects in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region is highly desirable.
  • Excellent communication, coordination, and technical reporting skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant construction management software.
  • Fluency in English is required; Arabic language skills are an advantage.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

  • Tax-free salary.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • Medical insurance.
  • Annual leave balance.
  • Company gratuity scheme.
  • Discretionary bonus program.
  • Annual flight contribution.
  • Transportation & housing allowances.
  • Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, familycare, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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