Senior Structural Engineer - Site
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About the Role
Egis is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer with 12+ years of experience for a site-based role in Abu Dhabi. The position involves supervising structural engineering activities on building projects, ensuring design integrity, safety, and quality.
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Responsibilities
- Supervise and manage all structural and civil engineering activities on site
- Conduct detailed structural inspections, quality audits, and testing
- Identify and analyze structural issues and implement corrective measures
- Prepare technical reports, documentation, and daily site records
- Coordinate with architects, contractors, consultants, and clients
- Review and approve structural drawings, shop drawings, and construction methodologies
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements
- Manage structural testing programs
- Lead and mentor junior engineers and site teams
- Maintain organized project records using BIM and project management systems
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 12+ years of experience in civil/structural engineering
- At least 5 years in a senior site supervision role on large scale building or infrastructure projects
- Strong experience in structural design review, analysis, and site execution
- In depth knowledge of international codes (ACI, BS, Eurocodes) and local UAE regulations
- Proficiency in structural analysis software such as STAAD Pro or SAP2000
- Strong AutoCAD and BIM (Revit/Navisworks) capabilities
- Proven leadership skills and ability to manage engineering teams
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Job Description
- We are seeking an experienced Senior Structural Engineer Site with minimum 12 years experience to join our team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
- In this pivotal role, you will oversee structural engineering operations on site for Building Project, ensuring the highest standards of design integrity, safety, and quality throughout project execution.
- You will serve as a technical leader, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders while managing complex structural challenges in a dynamic construction environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and manage all structural and civil engineering activities on site, ensuring compliance with approved designs, specifications, and applicable codes and standards.
- Conduct detailed structural inspections, quality audits, and testing to verify workmanship and material compliance.
- Identify and analyze structural issues, implementing effective corrective measures to maintain project quality and schedule.
- Prepare clear and comprehensive technical reports, documentation, and daily site records related to progress and findings.
- Coordinate with architects, contractors, consultants, and clients to resolve design queries and site related challenges.
- Review and approve structural drawings, shop drawings, and construction methodologies prior to implementation.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements through regular site monitoring and audits.
- Manage structural testing programs, including material testing, load testing, and non destructive testing activities.
- Lead and mentor junior engineers and site teams, promoting technical excellence and continuous improvement.
- Maintain organized project records, databases, and documentation using BIM and project management systems.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum 12+ years of experience in civil/structural engineering, with at least 5 years in a senior site supervision role on large scale building or infrastructure projects.
- Strong experience in structural design review, analysis, and site execution, with hands on involvement during construction stages through to completion.
- Proven ability to manage and deliver complex projects including high rise, commercial, mixed use, or infrastructure developments.
- In depth knowledge of international codes (ACI, BS, Eurocodes) and local authority regulations and approval processes across the UAE.
- Solid experience in reviewing shop drawings, RFIs, method statements, WIRs, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams including MEP, architectural, and façade.
- Proficiency in structural analysis software such as STAAD Pro, SAP2000 or equivalent, along with strong AutoCAD and BIM (Revit/Navisworks) capabilities.
- Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, temporary works, and structural safety and compliance.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage, mentor, and coordinate engineering teams and interface effectively with Client, PMC, Contractor, and relevant Authorities.
- Excellent analytical, problem solving, and decision making skills with high attention to detail.
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