Abu Dhabi - Civil Structural Engineer - O/G Stations

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Structural engineer role overview

This role is crucial for ensuring the construction meets all safety, quality, and structural standards. The structural engineer will work closely with various departments to ensure the successful execution of the project.

Responsibilities:

• Validate the structural design provided by the design and build contractor, ensuring compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Review and assess structural reports, drawings, and specifications submitted by the design and build contractor.
• Review structural analysis and provide recommendations for the design and construction of elevated stations.
• Identify and mitigate structural risks, providing advice on potential opportunities and threats.
• Provide regular progress reports to the client and internal stakeholders, highlighting any structural risks and proposed mitigation measures.
• Address any stakeholder concerns regarding the structural integrity or progress of the project in a timely and effective manner.
• Ensure the provision of all necessary structural data to the contract administration senior manager.
• Provide technical support during the construction supervision phase, addressing any structural issues that arise.
• Work closely with the required departments to ensure compliance with legal, financial, and corporate protocols.
• Prepare and deliver structural presentations as required.
• Drive progression via coordination meetings, ensuring all structural obligations are met.
• Liaise with external consultants, contractors, and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with structural requirements.
• Provide training and guidance to junior engineers and project team members on structural matters.

Qualifications and educational requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in structural engineering, civil engineering, or a related field. A master's degree is preferred.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Professional Engineer (PE) status preferred.

Knowledge and experience:

• 7-10 years of experience in structural engineering with a focus on overground railway stations or similar large-scale transportation infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with railway-specific design standards and safety requirements related to overground stations, including structures such as platforms, access points, and station buildings.
• Previous involvement in project management consultancy (PMC) and railway projects is required and would be a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of structural principles, construction contracts, and industry standards.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively.
• Prior experience within a transportation or rail project involving multiple contractors would be favourable.
• Strong emphasis on experience working on over-the-ground railway, metro, or transport station structures.
• Extensive experience with structural design and analysis tools (e.g., SAP2000, ETABS, STAAD Pro) or equivalent and understanding of steel fabrication processes.
• Proven experience with steel facade design, including understanding the integration of architecture and engineering in complex building facades.
• Experience with iconic or complex steel structures and facades for large-scale projects, particularly in the railway sector.

Preferred skills:

• Strong technical expertise in the design and analysis of steel structures and facades, with the ability to solve complex engineering challenges.
• Excellent project management and coordination skills, including experience overseeing the work of contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities, with experience in mentoring and leading a team of engineers.
• In-depth knowledge of international design codes, local standards, and best practices in steel structure and facade design.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

• Tax-free salary.
• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance coverage for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.

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