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Let's SOCOTEC your potential!
Joining SOCOTEC means joining an active and ambitious community of 11,000 experts (turnover of 1,2MM in 2022 compared to 510M in 2016, i.e. 130% growth in 6 years), players in the city of tomorrow, ready to take up new challenges in the field of Testing, Inspection and Certification in Construction, Infrastructure and Industry.
We provide risk management and technical consulting services and support our clients throughout the asset cycle.
Our objectives are to ensure their compliance, extend their lifespan, improve their environmental performance and guarantee the safety of people.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly experienced
Quality Control Lead to join our team in
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will bring
15+ years of experience in quality control within the construction, infrastructure, or development sector. As a
Senior Principal in the organization, this role will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring the highest quality standards across large-scale development projects, managing a team, and liaising with senior management and stakeholders to drive quality initiatives and performance.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.
- Professional certifications such as ISO 9001 or Six Sigma are highly desirable.
Additional Information
- Experience:
- Minimum of 15 years of professional experience in quality control within the construction, infrastructure, or development sector, with significant experience on large-scale projects.
- Strong expertise in quality management systems (QMS), quality auditing, and managing teams.
- Proven track record of leading quality control efforts on complex projects, ensuring strict adherence to quality standards, timelines, and budgets.
- Skills:
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and team management skills.
- Proficiency in quality control tools, techniques, and software (e.g., Procore, Aconex, MS Excel, etc.).
- Strong problem-solving abilities, with a focus on proactive issue resolution and continuous improvement.
- Fluent in Arabic and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong understanding of local Saudi Arabian regulations and standards within the construction and development sector.
- Preferred:
- Saudi National (preferred for local knowledge and regulatory compliance).
- Experience in managing quality control for government or large infrastructure projects in Saudi Arabia.
Key Competencies:
- Leadership: Proven ability to manage and lead teams, providing guidance and driving performance improvements.
- Attention to Detail: Ability to assess, inspect, and ensure compliance with quality standards at all stages of a project.
- Strategic Thinking: Skilled in developing and implementing long-term quality strategies for large-scale projects.
- Collaboration & Stakeholder Management: Ability to engage with key stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies, to ensure quality expectations are met.
- Problem-Solving: A proactive approach to identifying and resolving quality issues before they impact project success.
