Engineer, QA

Group overview

Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, we operate construction and manufacturing businesses, design and development centers, and a host of facilities in the Middle East and other countries.

alfanar building systems

alfanar Construction is classified as a Grade I contractor by the Contractors Classification Committee of the Government of Saudi Arabia.

alfanar Building Systems manufactures and markets a variety of building construction products and systems.

The core manufacturing activities of the industries operating under alfanar Building Systems are:

• Real estate development
• Façade cladding, glazing systems, and architectural aluminum products
• Precast concrete products and architectural elements

Job purpose

Ensure that construction projects meet quality standards and specifications by monitoring activities, inspecting work, and coordinating with project teams. Responsible for identifying issues, preventing defects, and supporting continuous improvement in construction quality.

Key accountability areas

Quality control & inspection

• Regularly inspect ongoing construction work to make sure it meets project plans, safety codes, and industry standards.
• Keep an eye on the quality of materials, workmanship, and equipment being used on site, ensuring everything is up to standard.
• Spot any issues with quality, document non-compliance, and quickly inform the site team to address them.
• Follow up to ensure any corrective actions are properly carried out and documented.

Documentation & reporting

• Prepare detailed inspection reports and keep all QA records organized and up to date.
• Review and revise quality-related documents like method statements and inspection checklists to ensure they reflect current project requirements.
• Help gather and organize documents for project handovers, making sure all quality information is included.

Coordination & communication

• Work closely with project engineers, site supervisors, and subcontractors to ensure everyone is on the same page regarding quality standards.
• Attend site meetings to raise and discuss any quality issues or concerns with the team.
• Stay in touch with suppliers and testing labs to ensure all materials meet required quality standards.

Process improvement

• Suggest improvements to construction processes based on observations and experience to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Make sure any lessons learned from previous projects are shared with the team to prevent recurring issues.

Role accountability

Essential certifications

• ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems - Lead Auditor is mandatory.
• ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health Safety Management Systems - Lead Auditor is preferred.
• ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems - Lead Auditor is preferred.
• Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) - ASQ is preferred.
• NEBOSH/IOSH certification is preferred.
• Project Management Certifications are preferred.

Key technical skills

• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and project specifications.
• Familiarity with international standards (ASTM, ACI, BS, ISO).
• Inspection and Testing Plans (ITPs) and Method Statements preparation.
• Understanding of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective Action Processes.

Academic qualification

• Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering

Work experience

• 6 to 10 years

Technical / functional competencies

• Quality best practices
• Quality compliance