Civil Works Specialist

at  Serco Plc

Make a difference every day
We are a multinational organisation with a global team of 50,000 colleagues. In the Middle East we operate in the Transport, Defence & Advisory sectors, delivering services in Asset Management, Customer Experience, Fire & Rescue and Air Navigation Services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services to fulfil our purpose to impact a better future by “Bringing National Visions to Life”.
Your Opportunity
We are looking for a Civil Works Specialist who will be responsible for providing Architectural, Building and Civil Engineering technical support and advice to the Client Estate, consisting of buildings located in 137 sites spread over Riyadh and 130 Missions (countries). Only the Riyadh sites will be physically accessible. All other sites will be subject to electronic communications (virtual meetings, etc.)
The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate interpersonal capability and has proven analytical capability and problem solving skills, good communicator at multi levels.
The hiring for this role is subject to contract award.
Key Accountabilities Provide technical support and advice in Architectural, Building and Civil Engineering (B&CE) maintenance techniques. Carry out and arrange for regular and planned building fabric inspections and condition surveys of all the buildings on the Client Estate. Support specialist contractors in carrying out any technical inspections required. Provide B&CE technical support to any refurbishment and new works projects, including feasibility studies, preparing Scope of Works and Specifications, assisting with producing RFP’s & ITT’s and supervising the delivery of works physically or as made possible virtually). Review and advise on any space planning requirements. Assist with the management of service stream applicable FF&E Asset Management. Assist with the management and operation of the Permit to Work (PTW) System Lead on all Confined Spaces related works, including Permits, vetting of suitably qualified contractors, co-ordination of confined space entry onsite and works inspections Produce Buildings & Civil maintenance related Risk Assessments and Method Statements in support to the maintenance department activities. Review and use contract technical documents as required including O&M manuals, As Built Drawings, technical publications Participate in continual improvement initiatives across all of the department deliverables Ensure that an Out-of-Hours Emergency Call-Out system is in place for all sites on the Client estate.
Specific Requirements
Five (5) years of experience in supervising civil and architectural works Five (5) years plus in maintaining and delivering MEP services Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering Computer literate – MS Office , Excel, Project etc Understanding of Computer Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) Strong technical skills and ability in all aspects of B&CE
What’s in it for you?
At Serco, our core values drive everything we do, and we believe in fairly compensating our colleagues for the value they bring to our organization. We are proud to offer a total reward package at Serco which includes:
Competitive monthly pay and allowances that are commensurate with the role and industry standards
Comprehensive medical insurance coverage and life insurance, so our employees can feel secure in their health and financial wellbeing
We recognize the importance of work-life balance, which is why we offer competitive leave benefits that exceed industry standards
We offer an annual airfare allowance to support our expat colleagues to stay in touch and visit their loved ones
We pride ourselves on providing a supportive work environment where we foster a positive Safety-First culture
We care deeply about our colleagues’ wellbeing and offer access to wellbeing programs and platforms to support their physical, mental, and emotional health.
As a global organization, we offer a vast array of career paths for our employees to choose from. The scale and breadth of our organization provides our colleagues with opportunities for growth and variety in their career path, both regionally and globally.
Join Us
At Serco, we believe there is a place here for everyone. A place where you can bring your authentic self to work every day. Our workplace culture is one that embraces diversity and fosters equity, respect, and belonging for every individual. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and creating an inclusive environment that proudly celebrates the perspectives and backgrounds that each of our employees bring to work every day.
Join Serco and be part of a values-driven organization that invests in the development and well-being of its employees and offers a rewarding and fulfilling career.
Serco is committed to Equal Employment Opportunities and is committed to ensuring the safety of all of its employees through its Zero Harm initiative. Please visit www.serco.com/careers for more information

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