Concrete Technologist (Service Life Assessment)

Our client who is a leading third party engineering firm specialized in Testing, Inspection, Certification, Engineering Services and Knowledge & Education in the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia is looking for a "Concrete Technologist" to join their team. The position is based in Saudi Arabia, Jeddah. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Promote the service we provide and meet the clients.
• Evaluation of Fresh and Hardened Concrete properties.
• Evaluation of Aggregates, Cement, admixtures and other Construction Materials Properties.
• Testing procedures of construction materials.
• Conduct and review processes and trials for Mix Design of Concrete.
• Inspect Concrete Structures, and assess the defects and damages of Concrete.
• Quality Control and Quality Assurance on Construction Sites.
• Inspect and Evaluate Ready Mixed Concrete Facilities.
• Propose and Review procedures for mixing, transportation, placing, pumping, consolidation, finishing, curing, protection, jointing and formwork of concrete.
• Evaluate and review precautions and provisions in extreme weathers.
• Conduct analyses on heat of hydration and temperature control of massive concrete structures.
• Strength and Durability analyses.
• Conduct and Evaluate procedures for Non-destructive Testing Technologies.
• Propose and assess repair methodologies for damaged structures.
• Conduct and verify structural assessment for existing structures.
• Hot Mix Asphalt and Super pave technologies.
• Provide Technical Consultancy related to the above expertise.
• Have extensive knowledge in the international governing standards/codes related to the expertise above.
• Prepare and review technical reports with analyses and interpretations related to the expertise above.
• Supervise batch trials, laboratory operations, placement and construction practices.
• Propose, conduct, supervise and follow up research and development programs on concrete, construction, materials and practices, and new technologies.
• Review Project Specifications and update them in accordance with recent standards and site conditions.
• Conduct and lead special investigations on structures and sites of construction.
• Prepare and conduct technical training sessions and seminars related to the above expertise.
• Promote and market the company services in the construction field.
• Research and collect data on new technologies in construction practices and materials.
• Participate in the organization of International and regional conferences
• Handle routine administration works.
• Write procedures, prepare letters, offers, and quotations.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Civil Engineer background.
• Must have concrete durability, life assessment and working experience in NDT
• Proven track of record in concrete technology
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and safety standards.