Site Engineer

Group overview

Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, we operate construction and manufacturing businesses, design & 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:

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

Job purpose

Oversee and coordinate construction activities for commercial projects, with a strong focus on excavation works, concrete structures, basements, and multi-storey buildings. Ensure that construction works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, schedule, budget, and quality standards, while maintaining strict compliance with safety regulations and effective coordination among all stakeholders.

Key accountability areas

Construction planning & coordination
Coordinate with project managers, consultants, architects, and subcontractors to plan construction activities, define work sequences, and ensure smooth execution of excavation, structural, and finishing works.
Support project planning, look-ahead schedules, and resource allocation for efficient site operations.

Site assessment & excavation works
Review site conditions, soil reports, and topographic data to assess suitability for excavation and foundation works.
Supervise excavation, shoring, dewatering, and earthworks activities, ensuring compliance with approved methods and safety requirements.

Structural & concrete works oversight
Supervise concrete works including foundations, basements, retaining walls, slabs, columns, and multi-storey structural elements.
Ensure compliance with structural drawings, specifications, and approved method statements for casting, curing, and testing.

Technical compliance & quality control
Review IFC drawings, shop drawings, and method statements to ensure technical compliance.
Monitor execution on site, conduct inspections, and coordinate with QA/QC teams to ensure quality standards are met.
Address non-conformances and ensure proper corrective actions are implemented.

Basement & multi-storey construction management
Oversee basement construction works including waterproofing systems, retaining structures, and interfaces with MEP works.
Coordinate vertical construction activities for multi-storey buildings, ensuring structural integrity and proper sequencing.

Safety management
Enforce HSE requirements on site, ensuring safe execution of excavation and structural works.
Identify hazards, conduct risk assessments, and ensure workers comply with safety procedures and regulations.

Stakeholder communication & coordination
Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, authorities, and consultants to resolve technical and execution issues.
Participate in coordination meetings and provide clear updates on site progress and challenges.

Risk management & problem solving
Identify construction risks related to excavation, concrete works, sequencing, or site constraints.
Propose practical solutions and mitigation measures to avoid delays, cost overruns, or quality issues.

Documentation & reporting
Maintain accurate site records including daily reports, inspection requests, concrete pour records, and progress updates.
Ensure documentation aligns with project requirements and supports claims, approvals, and regulatory compliance.

Role accountability

HR proficiency:
Ability to obtain updated soft and technical skills related to the job.
To have a vision and a plan for the career path and how to achieve it.

Delivery:
Perform the planned activities to meet the operational and development targets as per delivery schedules.
Utilize resources effectively to achieve objectives within efficient cost and time.
Provide a periodic report formatted by detailing the deviation and execution of planned tasks.

Problem-solving:
Solve any related problems that arise and escalate any complex operational issues.

Quality:
Ensure quality requirements to develop effective quality control and processes including specifications for products or processes or related activities.

Business process improvements:
Coordinate well-defined written systems, policies, procedures, and seek automation opportunities as much as possible.

Compliance:
Comply with related policies, procedures, and work instructions.

Health, safety, and environment:
Ensure compliance of relevant safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls within defined area of work activity to guarantee safety, legislative compliance, and delivery of high-quality products/services.

Academic qualification

Bachelor degree in any relevant field

Work experience

4 to 6 years

Technical / functional competencies

• Construction projects
• Site and land planning
• Structural analysis
• Project coordination
• Project scheduling