Senior Manager - Structural Engineering

ACCOUNTABILITIES & ACTIVITIES

Key Responsibilities

• Review structural engineering design packages (buildings and other structures) across the whole NEOM’s projects’ portfolio, to ensure compliance with NEOM’s procedures, guidelines, local and international engineering codes and standards.

• Address technical queries regarding interpretation and use of NEOM’s, local and international structural engineering codes & standards.

• Produce technical reports and recommendations when required.

• Plan, oversee, and manage structural engineering tasks as instructed by/in coordination with ETSD Management.

• Help maintain database of current engineering codes and standards and make available NEOM-wide via ETSD portal.

• Review applications for deviations from NEOM’s Plan of Work and advise sectors and regions for submitting requests for approval.

• Review and continually update NEOM’s procedures, guidelines, and manuals based on operational requirements and the technical needs and strategies of NEOM’s departments and sectors.

• Interact with local and international code authorities and institutions such as SBC, IBC, ACI, ASCE, AISC, PCI and PTI.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure that all reviews are conducted smoothly and efficiently.

• Make presentations to ETSD and other departments and sectors.

• Lead and participate in technical workshops for NEOM employees.

• Support TCD teammates to effectively improve team performance.

• Help create a work environment that fosters openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction.

BACKGROUND, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills

Experience

• Minimum 20 years’ post-graduate structural engineering design experience in a consultancy environment.

• Design and review of a wide variety of building typologies using various structural materials in accordance with applicable SBC, IBC, ACI, ASCE, AISC, PCI and PTI Code and Standards and other practice regulations.

• Structural design development and review across all design stages of structures with various complexities using a combination of materials – reinforced concrete, structural steel and composite. Design experience in high-rise and super high-rise structures (over 300m) will be an added benefit.

• Experience providing technical support to construction activities and review of technical submittals.

• Experience performing design calculations and preparing design reports, construction drawings, and technical specifications.

• Design experience on projects constructed in the Middle East is preferred.

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of building structures, their stability and load transfer systems

• Excellent understanding in the analyses and performance of Building Structures under various loading conditions with a specific emphasis on seismic and wind applications.

• Knowledge of performance-based analyses methods will be considered as an added benefit.

• General knowledge and orientation in latest trends in structural engineering, innovation, technology, and construction techniques.

Skills

• Proficiency in English (required)

• Proficiency in Arabic (optional)

• Excellent technical and business writing skills

• Familiarity with using the latest structural engineering analyses and design software such as ETABS, SAP 2000, STAAD PRO, ROBOT, MIDAS, etc.

• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Highly collaborative, open mindset and strong communication skills

• Ability to build effective working relations with multiple stakeholders within and outside NEOM

• Proven track record of leading and managing teams with strong ability to prioritize tasks in a highly dynamic environment

• High affinity to standards, technology, and innovation

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

• Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health and Safety protocols

• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and/or higher degree in Civil-Structural Engineering from an accredited university

• Membership in recognized Association/Institution of Engineers

• Membership of the Saudi Council of Engineers (or obtain on commencement – for external applicants)

KEY STAKEHOLDERS/MAIN CONTACTS

Internal

External

• NEOM Sectors, Projects, and Regions

• NEOM Executive Directors and Proponents

• NEOM Engineering & Technical Services Division Heads

• Design Consultants and Contractors

• Facility Planning Consultants

• Other external entities and organizations