Senior Site Structural Engineer

Responsibilities and Job Roles:

• Manage projects and execute site installation duties with the help of a team.

• Plan and administer the work of installation personnel.

• Ensure proper initiation and operation of all equipment and machinery for both the company and clients.

• Be conversant with tolerance requirements, structural calculations, and other technical parameters.

• Coordinate with clients regarding mobilization dates, timeframes, and installation schedules.

• Conduct site inspections to ensure structural elements are built according to design plans and specifications.

• Review and approve structural design drawings and calculations.

• Coordinate with the project team to ensure structural work is completed on schedule and within budget.

• Monitor construction progress and provide regular updates to the Service and Project Manager.

• Work closely with architects, contractors, and other engineers to resolve structural issues.

• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including progress reports, change orders, and construction schedules.

• Organize materials and ensure sites are safe and clean.

• Prepare cost estimates and ensure appropriate materials and tools are available.

• Provide technical advice and suggestions for project improvements.

• Authorize technical drawings and engineering plans.

• Create structural models using computer-aided design software.

• Choose appropriate materials based on structural specifications.

• Draw up work schedules and communicate any adjustments to crew members and clients.

• Gather data, compile reports, and deliver presentations to relevant stakeholders.

• Delegate tasks and schedule meetings and training sessions as required.

• Track work progress for all running projects and report to Service Managers and Project Managers.

• Complete quality assurance and provide feedback to the team.

• Conduct quality control inspections to ensure all work meets required standards.

• Identify and address potential safety hazards on the construction site and ensure all HSE requirements are followed.

• Provide pre-start briefings and toolbox talks to site employees.

• Make recommendations on cost-effective and sustainable material use.

• Monitor and record extra works and inform the Service and Project Manager on a timely basis for claiming variation orders.

Skills:

• Technical: Proven track record in construction of concrete repair projects. Excellent knowledge of construction methods, codes, and regulations. Good knowledge of the steel-related construction market and technical aspects of the steel industry.

• Language: Fluent in English; any other language is an asset, preferably Arabic.

• IT: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint). Good knowledge of AutoCAD 2D/3D, SolidWorks, STAAD, REVIT, or equivalent structural design software. Knowledge of any other technical or management software is an asset.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering.

• Any additional educational or proven experience is an asset.

Experience:

• At least 10 years of management experience in projects related to structural/concrete repair.

Job Details:

• Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Company Industry: Construction & Building

• Company Type: Employer (Private Sector)

• Job Role: Civil Engineering

• Employment Type: Full-Time Employee

• Monthly Salary Range: Unspecified

• Number of Vacancies: 1