
PROJECT LEAD SUPERVISION CONSULTANT
- Riyadh
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Act as the main point of contact between the Client and the Supervision Consultant team.
- Ensure the alignment of supervision activities with the Clients objectives, timeline, and project strategy.
- Participate in high-level coordination meetings with the Client, Contractor(s), and other stakeholders.
- Advise the Client on site-related engineering matters, construction challenges, and technical issues.
- Provide regular briefings and reports to the Client regarding progress, risks, and site conditions.
- Lead the site supervision team , inspectors, and technical staff across disciplines (civil, MEP, architectural, etc.).
- Monitor contractor's compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Ensure all inspections, testing, and quality control procedures are effectively implemented and documented.
- Support the implementation of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) plans and ensure that risks are mitigated.
- Support the Client (Engineer) in the administration of the construction contract.
- Assist in the evaluation and recommendation of contractor's claims, variations, and change orders.
- Ensure the proper recording of site instructions, non-conformance reports (NCRs), technical queries (TQs), and other contractual communications.
- Support in progress measurement and payment certification by verifying quantities and work done.
- Provide input on design changes from site perspective and assist the Client in coordinating with the Design Consultant when required.
- Identify and help resolve site conflicts or discrepancies in design documents.
- Ensure the contractors work is progressing in line with the approved schedule.
- Highlight any deviations or delays to the Client and propose mitigation measures.
- Prepare and submit weekly and monthly progress reports, dashboards, and KPIs for review by the Client.
- Maintain close coordination with governmental and utility authorities to ensure compliance and timely approvals.
- Facilitate clear communication between all parties to minimize misunderstandings or disputes.
- Lead or participate in key meetings such as progress meetings, technical workshops, and coordination sessions.
- Oversee the final inspection, testing, and commissioning phases in collaboration with the Client.
- Support the preparation and review of as-built drawings, O&M manuals, and snagging lists.
- Ensure that defect liability period (DLP) procedures are understood and implemented.
- Assist the Client in the final handover of the project to the end user or operator.
- Extensive experience in construction supervision on large-scale projects (15+ years of experience).
- Deep understanding of FIDIC contracts and contract administration.
- Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and complex construction interfaces.
- High level of technical acumen and problem-solving ability on-site.
Engineering