Materials Engineer

About the Role

House of Consulting Office for Consulting Engineers Co. (HCO), a premier multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm based in Saudi Arabia, is recognized for delivering high-impact architectural, engineering, planning, and project management solutions. Our integrated approach ensures seamless support for clients from project inception through to completion. To strengthen our team in Riyadh, we are actively seeking a seasoned Materials Engineer to contribute to a major construction initiative, playing a pivotal role in ensuring material quality, compliance, and performance excellence.

Key Responsibilities

The Materials Engineer will serve as a technical authority on construction materials, overseeing critical aspects of material selection, testing, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle. The role encompasses a broad range of responsibilities, including:

• Material Submittal Review and Approval: Thoroughly evaluate and approve material submittals and mix designs to ensure alignment with project specifications, contractual obligations, and industry standards.
• Quality Assurance and Compliance Monitoring: Conduct rigorous inspections and monitoring of construction materials on-site to verify adherence to quality benchmarks, local regulatory requirements, and international specifications.
• Data Analysis and Performance Verification: Utilize advanced statistical methodologies to analyze laboratory and field test results, validating material quality, durability, and performance under real-world conditions.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate closely with contractors, consultants, and accredited testing laboratories to address material-related challenges, facilitate timely approvals, and ensure seamless project progression.
• Technical Advisory and Documentation: Provide expert guidance on material behavior, selection criteria, and compliance protocols, while preparing comprehensive technical reports, material evaluations, and quality assurance documentation to support informed decision-making.

Qualifications and Requirements

To excel in this role, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Educational Background: A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline from a recognized institution.
• Professional Experience: A minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in construction materials, with a strong preference for candidates with a proven track record in the GCC region. At least 5 years of direct experience as a Materials Engineer is required.
• Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise in statistical analysis of construction materials and laboratory test results, coupled with a deep understanding of material mix design review and approval processes.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Comprehensive familiarity with local and international construction material specifications, standards, and testing procedures, including ASTM, ACI, and relevant Saudi Building Code requirements.
• Analytical and Communication Skills: Exceptional analytical abilities, strong problem-solving aptitude, and the capacity to articulate complex technical concepts clearly and concisely to diverse stakeholders.
• Language Proficiency: Fluency in English is mandatory; proficiency in Arabic is considered a valuable asset.
• Industry Exposure: Prior experience collaborating with Project Management Consultants (PMC) organizations is highly desirable.

As a key member of our dynamic team, the Materials Engineer will contribute to the successful delivery of high-profile projects, ensuring that all materials meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and sustainability. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated professional to advance their career within a leading engineering consultancy in the region.