Resident Engineer

Parsons Corporation

Parsons is looking for an exceptionally talented Resident Engineer to join our site-based construction supervision team on a major public realm development in Diriyah, which includes a series of iconic and neighborhood parks, open spaces, and over 55 kilometers of streetscape. The objective of this program is to create a vibrant, inclusive environment that enhances livability, accessibility, and community well-being.

What You ll Be Doing

• Act as the Parsons lead representative on site, reporting to the Construction Director/Project Director and managing day to day construction supervision activities.

• Lead and coordinate the multi disciplinary supervision team (civil, structural, architecture, landscape, wet and dry utilities, QS, HSE, etc.) to ensure effective oversight of all site works.

• Ensure that all construction activities are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, contract documents, authority requirements, and project standards.

• Review and endorse shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, ITPs, and technical queries escalated by discipline engineers before submission to the client/engineer.

• Monitor construction progress, quality, and compliance, proactively addressing issues and coordinating resolutions with the contractor and project team.

• Chair or participate in weekly and monthly progress meetings, technical and coordination meetings, and prepare/validate associated minutes and action trackers.

• Review and comment on the contractor s work program, sequencing, and resource allocation, highlighting potential delays or conflicts and supporting mitigation measures.

• Oversee the management of site inspections, IRs, NCRs, site observations, and snag lists, ensuring timely closure and effective corrective actions.

• Coordinate closely with client representatives, design teams, and stakeholders to manage design clarifications, RFIs, and changes during construction.

• Review and recommend on variation claims, time extension requests, and change proposals in coordination with the commercial/QS team and project management.

• Ensure effective interface coordination between disciplines and with adjacent projects, utilities, and third parties to avoid conflicts and rework.

• Support and enforce HSE and environmental requirements, working closely with the HSE team to promote a strong safety culture on site.

• Oversee verification of as built drawings, O&M manuals, testing and commissioning records, and other close out documentation for completeness and accuracy.

• Lead inspections, snagging and de snagging, and manage the handover process of completed works to the client in accordance with project procedures.

• Prepare and review regular progress reports, technical reports, correspondence, and presentations for the client and internal management.

• Provide leadership, mentoring, and performance guidance to the supervision team, supporting a collaborative and high performance work environment.

What Required Skills You ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.

• in construction supervision of large scale infrastructure, public realm, or urban development projects, including previous experience as a Resident Engineer or equivalent.

• Strong knowledge of construction methods, standards, and contract administration, preferably with experience on FIDIC based or similar contracts.

• Proven experience leading multi disciplinary site teams and managing contractors on complex projects.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem solving skills, with the ability to manage stakeholders and make sound engineering judgments.

• Proficiency in reviewing drawings, specifications, schedules, and technical submittals, and in preparing professional reports and correspondence.

• Familiarity with HSE and quality management systems in a construction environment.

• Experience in KSA or the GCC region is preferred.