SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior QA/QC Engineer for our metro project in Mekkah. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of relevant QA/QC experience, including significant exposure to metro or railway projects and previous PMC assignments, along with proven Middle East—ideally Saudi—project experience.

• Serve as the PMC lead for Quality Assurance and Quality Control, representing the client’s interests on quality matters across all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Oversee implementation and compliance of QA/QC policies, plans, and procedures by design consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Review and approve contractors’ submittals, including QA/QC documentation, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and method statements, ensuring alignment with client and contract requirements.
• Conduct independent internal and site audits to verify conformance to project specifications, codes, standards, and contract conditions.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of contractors’ QA/QC systems; recommend and supervise corrective and preventive actions as needed.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to the client and project teams on all matters relating to quality assurance and control.
• Chair and participate in quality meetings with clients, consultants, and contractors; lead workshops and training sessions for quality improvement.
• Coordinate with design, construction, and project management teams to ensure quality deliverables and performance targets are achieved.
• Manage, investigate, and resolve Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and quality incidents in a PMC capacity, ensuring root cause analysis and lessons learned.
• Prepare comprehensive and independent quality audits, compliance reviews, and KPI-based reports for the client and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure robust document control and record-keeping in compliance with PMC and client requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Quality Management, or a relevant discipline.
• Minimum 15 years’ quality experience, primarily in large-scale metro/rail infrastructure, with at least 3 years in a senior PMC QA/QC role.
• Previous experience in the Middle East is essential; Saudi Arabian project experience highly preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of international and regional quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001), rail/metro construction methods, and local statutory requirements.
• Strong background in interface management, multi-contract packages, and managing large teams.
• Demonstrated experience representing the client or as part of a PMC team.
• Certifications (e.g., IRCA QMS Auditor, CSWIP, or equivalent) are advantageous.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic proficiency is a plus.
• Chartered/Professional Engineer status or membership in recognized quality or engineering bodies (e.g., ASQ, ICE).
• Experience working directly with client organizations, government entities, or major international consultants managing metro/rail projects.

Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.