For Civil — Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards

This is where many foreign contractors fail. The standard requires a minimum of one borehole per 5,000 m² for major structures, with SPT (Standard Penetration Test) intervals every 1.5 meters. Moreover, the lab must test for sulfate and chloride content in the groundwater. If sulfates exceed 1,000 ppm, special concrete mix designs (cathodic protection or coatings) are triggered.

Western and Asian contractors often fail the first Aramco audit due to these specific civil violations: Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards For Civil

These are mandatory engineering requirements. If you are designing a road, a foundation, or a drainage system, SAES defines the "what" and the "why." For civil works, key documents include: This is where many foreign contractors fail