Lead Civil & Structural Engineer - Oil & Gas

Confidential Company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company in the United Arab Emirates seeks a Lead Civil & Structural Engineer to oversee major EPC Oil & Gas projects. You will lead engineering activities, review critical calculations, and ensure compliance with international codes and HSE standards.

The role requires 15+ years in Oil & Gas, with at least 5 years in a lead capacity, hands-on EPC exposure (ADNOC or major Middle East operators preferred), and strong leadership and coordination skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 15 years in Oil & Gas with at least 5 years in a Lead Civil & Structural role.
• Hands-on EPC project experience, preferably with ADNOC or major Middle East operators.
• Proficient in STAAD Pro, ETABS, AutoCAD, and structural standards (ACI, AISC, ASCE).
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and project coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage civil and structural engineering activities for EPC Oil & Gas projects.
• Review and approve engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, clients, consultants, and vendors.
• Ensure compliance with project requirements, international codes, quality standards, and HSE regulations.
• Provide technical support during engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Resolve technical issues and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

STAAD Pro

ETABS

AutoCAD

ACI

AISC

ASCE

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage civil and structural engineering activities for EPC Oil & Gas projects
• Review and approve engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical deliverables
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, clients, consultants, and vendors
• Ensure compliance with project requirements, international codes, quality standards, and HSE regulations
• Provide technical support during engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning
• Resolve technical issues and mentor junior engineers

Qualifications / Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Minimum 15 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry, with at least 5 years in a Lead Civil & Structural Engineer role
• Hands-on experience in EPC projects, preferably with ADNOC or other major Middle East operators
• Proficiency in STAAD Pro, ETABS, AutoCAD, and structural design standards such as ACI, AISC, and ASCE
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and project coordination skills