Lead Structural Engineer

The Client

The Role

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the structural design of high-rise buildings and large-scale/mega projects from concept through construction.
• Develop and review structural analysis, calculations, design drawings, and technical reports.
• Ensure compliance with applicable international codes and standards (ACI, IBC, ASCE, UBC, etc.) and UAE municipality regulations.
• Manage, mentor, and guide a team of structural engineers and designers, ensuring technical excellence and timely project delivery.
• Coordinate closely with architects, MEP engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to achieve integrated design solutions.
• Review and approve structural models and outputs using analysis software such as ETABS, SAFE, SAP, RAM, ADAPT, and related tools.
• Liaise with authorities and municipalities (Dubai and/or Sharjah) to obtain design approvals and resolve technical comments.
• Identify design risks and propose efficient, cost-effective, and innovative structural solutions.
• Monitor project progress, resources, and budgets related to structural engineering scope.
• Provide technical leadership during construction, including responding to RFIs and site-related structural issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum 15 years of structural design experience, with at least 8 recent years in the UAE.
• Proven experience in high-rise buildings and large-scale/mega projects.
• Strong expertise in structural analysis and design software: ETABS, SAFE, SAP, RAM, ADAPT, and similar tools.
• In-depth knowledge of international design codes and standards: ACI, IBC, ASCE, UBC, and others.

• UAE Municipality Approval

• Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to manage, lead, and mentor large teams.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a forward-thinking and innovative approach to design.
• Strong communication and coordination skills, both written and verbal.