Materials SME - Roads & Bridges

Job Description Overview The Materials SME will serve as the technical authority for all construction materials, quality compliance, testing, and material engineering matters associated with the Clients. The role is responsible for ensuring that all materials utilized throughout the project meet contract specifications, client requirements, international standards, and long-term durability requirements for bridge and transportation infrastructure assets. Your role Technical Leadership & Subject Matter Expertise - Act as the principal Materials Engineering authority for the Projects. - Provide specialist technical advice to project management, engineering, construction, quality, and commercial teams. - Establish project material compliance strategies and quality management requirements. - Review and approve material specifications, material submittals, testing requirements, and quality procedures. - Lead resolution of complex material-related technical issues throughout project execution. - Ensure compliance with clients needs, MOTLS, Saudi standards, and international best practices. Bridge Structures - High-performance structural concrete. - Reinforced concrete bridge elements. - Post-tensioning systems and grouting materials. - Structural steel bridges and fabricated steel components. - Bearings and expansion joint systems. - Protective coatings and corrosion protection systems. - Precast bridge components. - Waterproofing systems. Transportation Infrastructure - Asphalt pavements. - Aggregate base and subbase materials. - Roadway concrete pavements. - Retaining wall materials. - Drainage and utility infrastructure materials. - Geosynthetics and geotechnical products. - Highway safety barrier systems. - Specialty bridge construction materials. Material Approval & Compliance Management - Review contractor material submittals and technical compliance documentation. - Ensure all materials conform to project durability and performance requirements. - Develop material approval workflows and compliance tracking processes. - Support procurement teams in technical material evaluations. Testing & Laboratory Oversight - Establish project-wide material testing requirements and quality assurance protocols. - Review and approve testing plans and laboratory procedures. - Assess laboratory performance and ensure compliance with project standards. - Review and validate test results and compliance records. Durability & Asset Performance Management - Ensure material selections support the long-term performance of bridge and infrastructure assets. - Review durability design requirements and recommend enhancements where appropriate. - Support lifecycle cost optimization through material engineering solutions. Construction Quality Assurance - Provide technical support during material installation and construction activities. - Review material inspection records and quality documentation. - Support Resident Engineers, Material Inspectors, and QA/QC teams on technical compliance matters. - Participate in audits, surveillance activities, and quality reviews. - Investigate material non-conformances and approve corrective action strategies. Structural Concrete & Steel Expertise - Concrete Engineering - Review and approve concrete mix designs. - Monitor production, transportation, placement, curing, and testing procedures. - Assess high-strength and specialty concrete applications. - Ensure compliance with bridge-specific concrete performance requirements. - Structural Steel Engineering - Review fabrication procedures and steel material certifications. - Assess welding materials, coating systems, and corrosion protection requirements. - Verify compliance with project requirements for bridge steelwork and fabricated components. - Support inspections and factory acceptance testing. Procurement & Supplier Qualification - Evaluate material suppliers, manufacturers, and production facilities. - Participate in supplier audits and factory inspections. - Assess alternative material proposals and value-engineering opportunities. - Ensure supply chain compliance with specified quality standards. - Review source approvals and manufacturing capabilities. Risk Management - Develop mitigation plans and contingency measures. - Advise leadership on material risks impacting project schedule, cost, or quality. - Participate in project risk workshops and technical reviews. Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance - Ensure material selection and usage align with project HSE requirements. - Promote environmental sustainability in material sourcing and utilization. - Support implementation of sustainable construction practices. - Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and project sustainability objectives. - Participate in safety reviews relating to material handling, storage, and testing. About you Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, Construction Materials, or a related

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, Construction Materials, or a related field.

Act as the principal Materials Engineering authority for the Projects. Provide specialist technical advice to project management, engineering, construction, quality, and commercial teams. Establish project material compliance strategies and quality management requirements. Review and approve material specifications, material submittals, testing requirements, and quality procedures. Lead resolution of complex material-related technical issues throughout project execution. Ensure compliance with clients needs, MOTLS, Saudi standards, and international best practices. Manage bridge structures related responsibilities (high-performance structural concrete, reinforced concrete, post-tensioning systems, structural steel bridges, bearings/expansion joints, coatings, precast components, waterproofing). Oversee transportation infrastructure materials (asphalt pavements, base/subbase, roadway concrete, geosynthetics, drainage, barrier systems). Develop material approval workflows, compliance tracking, and support procurement with technical evaluations. Establish project-wide material testing requirements and QA protocols; review testing plans and laboratory procedures; assess laboratory performance and validate test results. Support durability and asset performance through material selections and lifecycle cost optimization. Provide QA/QC support during material installation, review inspection records, participate in audits, investigations of non-conformances and corrective actions. Review concrete mix designs, monitor production/placement/testing, assess high-strength concretes; review fabrication procedures and steel material certifications; ensure compliance for bridge steelwork. Evaluate material suppliers and production facilities, participate in supplier audits, review source approvals and manufacturing capabilities. Develop risk mitigation plans; advise on material risks to schedule/cost/quality; participate in risk workshops. Ensure material selection aligns with HSE requirements and sustainability objectives.