Job Summary:
The Retail Delivery Engineer is responsible for the on-site supervision of tenant fit-out projects, minor construction works, and retail delivery activities across URED's managed properties. The role ensures that all works are carried out safely, to approved drawings and specifications, and within programme and quality requirements, supporting the Manager – Retail Delivery in delivering projects to opening standard.
Site Supervision & Quality Control
- Supervise daily on-site activities for tenant fit-outs, refurbishments, and retail delivery projects
- Inspect works at key milestones against approved drawings, specifications, and URED's quality standards
- Identify and document snags, non-conforming works, and safety violations; issue formal non-compliance notices
- Enforce URED's fit-out rules including working hours, noise curfews, and waste management requirements
Contractor Access & Site Management
- Control contractor and tenant access to site, verifying permits, insurances, and method statements before allowing works to proceed
- Maintain daily site diaries recording contractor attendance, works completed, and issues raised
- Coordinate utilities connections (power, water, drainage) for fit-out activities with the engineering team
- Manage site safety including hard hat compliance, signage, segregation, and fire risk controls
Programme & Reporting
- Monitor individual tenant fit-out programmes and report progress against target dates to the Manager – Retail Delivery
- Identify delays, constraints, and risks to the programme and advise management on mitigation options
- Prepare weekly site supervision reports and photograph evidence packs for management review
Tenant & Contractor Liaison
- Serve as the primary on-site URED contact for tenants and their fit-out contractors
- Manage day-to-day contractor queries, instructions, and site coordination issues
- Facilitate pre-start meetings with incoming tenant contractors to review site rules and access procedures.
Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field
- NEBOSH or IOSH Safety certification preferred
Experience
- 4–6 years of site supervision experience in fit-out, construction, or retail delivery
- Experience supervising multiple fit-out projects simultaneously in a retail or commercial property environment
- GCC/KSA experience preferred
Behavioural Competencies
- Attention to Detail
- Reliability & Accountability
- Safety Orientation
- Communication Excellence
- Problem Solving
Functional Competencies
- Site Supervision & Quality Inspection
- Contractor Access & Site Management
- Fit-Out Programme Monitoring
- Safety Compliance & HSE Enforcement
- Site Reporting & Documentation
