Technical Department
Engineering Department
Delivering Excellence in Design, Development, and Technical Coordination for Mega Construction Projects
1. Introduction
The Engineering Department at BEC Arabia is responsible for managing and overseeing the design development (DD), schematic design (SD), and technical coordination between all stakeholders in mega construction projects. The department ensures that project designs comply with contractual requirements, regulatory standards, and constructability feasibility while maintaining seamless integration with:
✅ Clients & Consultants – Ensuring alignment with project scope, technical specifications, and design intent. ✅ Subcontractors & Suppliers – Managing shop drawings, technical approvals, and construction execution details. ✅ Project Management & Site Execution Teams – Facilitating smooth implementation of design into site works. ✅ Authorities & Regulatory Bodies – Ensuring full compliance with Saudi Contractors Authority (SCA), Saudi Building Code (SBC), and Municipality Requirements.
By integrating cutting-edge BIM technology, advanced coordination tools, and structured review processes, the Engineering Department plays a critical role in reducing design risks, optimizing construction feasibility, and ensuring technical excellence.
2. Engineering Department Core Functions
The Engineering Department is structured to provide end-to-end technical management, covering design review, coordination, execution support, and compliance assurance.
2.1 Engineering Governance & Approval Hierarchy
Function
Engineering Role
Key Responsibilities
Design Development (DD) & Schematic Design (SD)
Design Engineers, BIM Team
Develops IFC drawings, 3D models, and design schematics
Technical Coordination
Engineering Managers, Consultants
Ensures integration between structural, MEP, and architectural disciplines
RFI & Shop Drawing Management
Technical Office Engineers, Document Controllers
Manages RFIs, shop drawings, and technical submittals for approvals
Consultant & Client Liaison
Engineering Coordination Team
Ensures technical alignment with project specifications
Regulatory & Compliance Oversight
Engineering QA/QC Team
Ensures compliance with SBC, Municipality, and authority approvals
Each function is supported by digital project management systems, including BIM 360, Aconex, Primavera P6, SAP ERP, and Power BI Dashboards.
3. Engineering Department Responsibilities & Deliverables
The Engineering Department at BEC Arabia ensures that all technical aspects of a project are meticulously managed, from pre-design coordination to construction execution and final project handover.
3.1 Design Development (DD) & Schematic Design (SD) Responsibilities
✅ Develop & validate project design drawings (Architectural, Structural, MEP). ✅ Ensure alignment with contract requirements & specifications. ✅ Perform constructability analysis & value engineering reviews. ✅ Integrate design models into BIM for clash detection & resolution.
📌 Deliverables:
IFC (Issued for Construction) Drawings
Design Coordination Reports
BIM Clash Detection Logs
3.2 Technical Coordination & Consultant-Client Interface
✅ Ensure seamless coordination between clients, consultants, and project teams. ✅ Resolve technical discrepancies and design conflicts through RFIs (Request for Information). ✅ Conduct technical workshops & interface meetings to align project stakeholders. ✅ Validate design modifications and ensure compliance with approved scope.
📌 Deliverables:
Technical Query (TQ) Logs
RFI (Request for Information) Tracking Sheets
Meeting Minutes with Consultants & Clients
3.3 Shop Drawings & Material Submittals Management
✅ Review & validate shop drawings from subcontractors & suppliers. ✅ Ensure shop drawings comply with IFC drawings & specifications. ✅ Manage technical approvals for construction materials, fixtures, and systems. ✅ Coordinate between suppliers, procurement, and site teams for material delivery schedules.
📌 Deliverables:
Approved Shop Drawings & Coordination Drawings
Material Technical Submittal Logs
Supplier & Subcontractor Approval Reports
3.4 RFI (Request for Information) & Design Modifications
✅ Generate & track RFIs to clarify technical ambiguities. ✅ Ensure prompt response & resolution of RFIs from consultants & clients. ✅ Assess impact of design modifications on cost, schedule, and constructability.
📌 Deliverables:
RFI Logs with Response Status
Change Order Analysis & Design Modification Reports
Impact Assessments for Cost & Schedule Adjustments
3.5 Regulatory & Compliance Assurance
✅ Ensure full compliance with Saudi Building Code (SBC) & local authority requirements. ✅ Facilitate permit approvals, NOCs (No Objection Certificates), and municipality clearances. ✅ Manage environmental & sustainability compliance (ISO 14001, LEED, Energy Efficiency Standards).
📌 Deliverables:
Building Permit Approval Logs
Compliance Certificates & Regulatory Approvals
HSE & Environmental Compliance Reports
3.6 Engineering Support for Construction Execution
✅ Provide technical assistance to site execution teams for issue resolution. ✅ Ensure site activities align with approved drawings & specifications. ✅ Review site modifications & coordinate as-built drawings.
📌 Deliverables:
Field Change Requests (FCR) & Site Instruction (SI) Logs
As-Built Drawings & Record Documents
Technical Support Reports for Construction Teams
4. Digital Integration & Engineering Automation
The Engineering Department at BEC Arabia leverages cutting-edge digital tools and automation to enhance efficiency in design coordination, documentation, and compliance tracking.
4.1 Digital Engineering Platforms
Technology
Functionality
Application in Engineering
BIM 360
3D Model Integration, Clash Detection
Ensures design coordination & constructability analysis
Aconex (EDMS)
Document Control, RFI Tracking
Manages shop drawings, RFIs, and submittals
SAP ERP
Procurement Integration
Aligns material submittals & approvals with supply chain
Primavera P6
Scheduling & Progress Tracking
Ensures alignment of engineering deliverables with project timeline
Power BI Dashboards
Engineering KPI Monitoring
Tracks approval timelines, design compliance, and technical coordination
📌 Benchmark: All engineering deliverables must be tracked digitally to maintain 100% compliance and transparency.
5. Conclusion
The Engineering Department at BEC Arabia ensures: ✅ Seamless coordination between design, execution, and compliance teams. ✅ Efficient RFI, shop drawing, and material submittal management. ✅ Full regulatory compliance with Saudi Building Code, SBC, and international engineering standards. ✅ Optimized workflows through digital integration and BIM-based automation.
By implementing structured processes, automated workflows, and proactive stakeholder engagement, BEC Arabia’s Engineering Department plays a crucial role in ensuring technical excellence, reducing design risks, and delivering projects with high precision and compliance.
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