Lead Field Engineer - Structural Construction
Posted date [2026-08-05]
(ID: 49009)
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Job Description and Requirements
Lead Field Engineer - Structural ConstructionJob Snapshot
Role: Lead Field Engineer - Structural Construction
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Structural
Experience: Minimum 15 years
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
The Lead Field Engineer - Structural Construction opportunity in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is a Civil Engineering role responsible for directing structural engineering activities across active construction sites. AECOM is hiring an experienced technical leader to supervise field teams, verify structural quality and ensure construction complies with approved designs, safety requirements and the Saudi Building Code.
Job Details
Country: Saudi Arabia
City: Riyadh
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Structural
Salary: SAR 30000-45000 per month
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Riyadh; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
This senior field position provides technical leadership throughout the construction of complex structural assets. The Lead Field Engineer will
coordinate engineers and technicians while working directly with project managers, architects and contractors. The role combines site supervision, structural assessment, quality control, technical problem-solving and team development.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead structural engineering activities across assigned construction sites.
* Verify compliance with approved drawings and technical specifications.
* Maintain alignment with project quality requirements and the Saudi Building Code.
* Conduct daily inspections of structural construction activities.
* Check structural integrity, material compliance and workmanship quality.
* Analyze field conditions and structural performance information.
* Recommend technical solutions for design and construction challenges.
* Lead and mentor field engineers and technical personnel.
* Delegate responsibilities and monitor team performance.
* Support the professional development of junior engineers and technicians.
* Prepare field reports, inspection logs and project records.
* Maintain documentation required for regulatory compliance.
* Coordinate structural matters with project managers and architects.
* Work with contractors to resolve technical issues promptly.
* Implement and enforce construction safety requirements.
* Promote safe practices across all structural activities.
* Interpret structural drawings, specifications and technical documents.
* Verify that approved designs are accurately implemented on site.
* Coordinate material testing, inspections and certification.
* Confirm compliance with project and industry testing standards.
* Communicate technical findings to internal and external stakeholders.
* Participate in construction and project-coordination meetings.
* Provide expert input on structural risks and project timelines.
* Support workforce and resource planning for field activities.
Ideal Profile
* Minimum 15 years of structural field-engineering and site-supervision experience.
* Strong proficiency with SAP2000, ETABS and AutoCAD.
* Detailed knowledge of the Saudi Building Code.
* Familiarity with IBC, ACI and AISC standards.
* Demonstrated construction project-management experience.
* Strong knowledge of structural quality-control procedures.
* Experience coordinating material testing and certification.
* Proven ability to supervise engineers and technical personnel.
* Excellent interpretation of structural drawings and specifications.
* Strong analytical judgment and construction problem-solving skills.
* Excellent written and verbal English communication.
* Organized and detail-focused approach to technical work.
* Middle East construction experience is preferred.
* PMP or an equivalent project-management credential is advantageous.
* Experience with BIM processes and software is beneficial.
* Background in major commercial, industrial or infrastructure projects is preferred.
* Familiarity with construction-management and digital documentation systems.
* Experience training and mentoring junior engineering staff.
Skills Set
* Structural site supervision
* Structural integrity inspection
* Saudi Building Code
* IBC standards
* ACI standards
* AISC standards
* SAP2000
* ETABS
* AutoCAD
* Structural drawing interpretation
* Material testing
* Quality control
* Construction safety
* Technical problem-solving
* Field reporting
* Inspection documentation
* Contractor coordination
* BIM processes
* Construction management
* Team leadership
* Staff mentoring
* Resource planning
Why Join Us
AECOM offers the opportunity to lead structural field delivery on major construction projects while collaborating with experienced engineering, architectural and project-management professionals. The position provides scope to influence construction quality, develop technical teams and solve complex structural challenges. Depending on employment status and applicable policies, benefits may include health coverage, disability insurance, paid leave, well-being resources, employee assistance programs, recognition awards and retirement-related benefits.
About the Company
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm providing advisory, planning, design, engineering, program management and construction management services. Its multidisciplinary teams support public- and private-sector clients across transportation, water, environment, energy and buildings. With more than 50000 professionals worldwide, AECOM creates sustainable and resilient solutions that improve communities and deliver long-term value.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead structural engineering activities across assigned construction sites.
* Verify compliance with approved drawings and technical specifications.
* Maintain alignment with project quality requirements and the Saudi Building Code.
* Conduct daily inspections of structural construction activities.
* Check structural integrity, material compliance and workmanship quality.
* Analyze field conditions and structural performance information.
* Recommend technical solutions for design and construction challenges.
* Lead and mentor field engineers and technical personnel.
* Delegate responsibilities and monitor team performance.
* Support the professional development of junior engineers and technicians.
* Prepare field reports, inspection logs and project records.
* Maintain documentation required for regulatory compliance.
* Coordinate structural matters with project managers and architects.
* Work with contractors to resolve technical issues promptly.
* Implement and enforce construction safety requirements.
* Promote safe practices across all structural activities.
* Interpret structural drawings, specifications and technical documents.
* Verify that approved designs are accurately implemented on site.
* Coordinate material testing, inspections and certification.
* Confirm compliance with project and industry testing standards.
* Communicate technical findings to internal and external stakeholders.
* Participate in construction and project-coordination meetings.
* Provide expert input on structural risks and project timelines.
* Support workforce and resource planning for field activities.
Ideal Profile
* Minimum 15 years of structural field-engineering and site-supervision experience.
* Strong proficiency with SAP2000, ETABS and AutoCAD.
* Detailed knowledge of the Saudi Building Code.
* Familiarity with IBC, ACI and AISC standards.
* Demonstrated construction project-management experience.
* Strong knowledge of structural quality-control procedures.
* Experience coordinating material testing and certification.
* Proven ability to supervise engineers and technical personnel.
* Excellent interpretation of structural drawings and specifications.
* Strong analytical judgment and construction problem-solving skills.
* Excellent written and verbal English communication.
* Organized and detail-focused approach to technical work.
* Middle East construction experience is preferred.
* PMP or an equivalent project-management credential is advantageous.
* Experience with BIM processes and software is beneficial.
* Background in major commercial, industrial or infrastructure projects is preferred.
* Familiarity with construction-management and digital documentation systems.
* Experience training and mentoring junior engineering staff.
Skills Set
* Structural site supervision
* Structural integrity inspection
* Saudi Building Code
* IBC standards
* ACI standards
* AISC standards
* SAP2000
* ETABS
* AutoCAD
* Structural drawing interpretation
* Material testing
* Quality control
* Construction safety
* Technical problem-solving
* Field reporting
* Inspection documentation
* Contractor coordination
* BIM processes
* Construction management
* Team leadership
* Staff mentoring
* Resource planning
Why Join Us
AECOM offers the opportunity to lead structural field delivery on major construction projects while collaborating with experienced engineering, architectural and project-management professionals. The position provides scope to influence construction quality, develop technical teams and solve complex structural challenges. Depending on employment status and applicable policies, benefits may include health coverage, disability insurance, paid leave, well-being resources, employee assistance programs, recognition awards and retirement-related benefits.
About the Company
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm providing advisory, planning, design, engineering, program management and construction management services. Its multidisciplinary teams support public- and private-sector clients across transportation, water, environment, energy and buildings. With more than 50000 professionals worldwide, AECOM creates sustainable and resilient solutions that improve communities and deliver long-term value.
