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Parsons; Dubai; On-site; AED 223,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Structural Engineer - Roads and Bridges in Dubai to supervise bridge and marine structures, review drawings and calculations, and coordinate with engineers to meet project schedules. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and adherence to European and American design standards.

Ideal candidates have a civil/structural background with 10+ years of relevant experience, and a proven track record in construction supervision for complex transportation assets in challenging

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in structural design, construction supervision, operations, or maintenance of bridges.
• Demonstrated experience with bridge or marine structures exposed to aggressive environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

• Support Resident Engineer in managing structural works across bridges and marine facilities.
• Review shop drawings, design proposals, calculations and contractor submissions.
• Coordinate with design engineers to resolve structural questions and ensure site safety and quality.

Skills

Bridge construction supervision

Structural design review

Viaduct construction

Marine structures inspection

Waterfront structures

Steel sheet piling

Steel casing installation

Concrete piling

Steel piling

Timber piling

Floating structures

Bridge piers and abutments

Foundation inspection

Reinforced concrete works

Structural steel works

Shop drawing review

Method statement assessment

Material submittal review

Laboratory report analysis

Acceptance sampling

Structural testing

Quality assurance

Quality control

Non-conformance management

European structural codes

American design codes

Construction progress measurement

Site instruction support

Inspector supervision

Survey coordination

As-built documentation

Authority handover

Health and safety compliance

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Engineering drawing software

Job description

Prepared for publication: Structural Engineer - Roads and Bridges Job Snapshot Role: Structural Engineer - Roads and Bridges Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Civil Engineering Function: Structural Experience: Minimum 10 years Job Type: Full-time Position Overview Structural Engineer - Roads and Bridges in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a Civil Engineering opportunity supporting the design review, construction supervision, inspection, and handover of bridges, viaducts, marine structures, and related transportation assets. Parsons Corporation is hiring an experienced structural professional to assist the Resident Engineer, coordinate technical submissions, supervise field teams, and maintain compliance with approved designs, safety requirements, quality standards, and project schedules.

Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Civil Engineering Function: Structural Salary: 20000-30000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Structural Engineer - Roads and Bridges will assist the Resident Engineer in managing structural works across bridge, viaduct, marine, waterfront, and associated infrastructure packages. The role combines technical design review with active construction supervision, quality monitoring, progress measurement, multidisciplinary coordination, and completion documentation. The engineer will oversee inspectors and surveyors, evaluate contractor submissions, resolve structural and site interface issues, and ensure that completed works meet project specifications and applicable European and American design codes. Particular attention will be given to marine exposure, foundation systems, piling, structural durability, and safe construction execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Report to the Resident Engineer and support the supervision of bridge, viaduct, marine, and associated structural works.
• Review shop drawings, structural details, design proposals, calculations, technical submissions, and contractor correspondence.
• Evaluate construction method statements, inspection plans, temporary works proposals, and material submissions.
• Prepare technical comments and draft responses for review and approval by the Resident Engineer.
• Coordinate with project design engineers to resolve structural design questions and construction-related issues.
• Inspect bridge decks, piers, abutments, foundations, retaining structures, and associated structural components.
• Monitor marine structures including steel sheet piles, steel casings, driven piles, concrete piles, timber piles, floating structures, and waterfront facilities.
• Review piling records, installation data, test results, alignment, founding levels, and bearing requirements.
• Verify reinforcement, formwork, embedded items, concrete placement, curing, and structural dimensions before approval.
• Assess material submissions and confirm compliance with specifications, approved standards, and design requirements.
• Review laboratory reports, technical test results, certificates, and acceptance sampling documentation.
• Witness structural testing and inspection activities identified within approved inspection and test plans.
• Ensure that construction quality controls provide adequate evidence of specification compliance.
• Coordinate daily activities with engineers, inspectors, surveyors, and other members of the construction supervision team.
• Direct and monitor the work of assigned inspectors and survey personnel.
• Review daily inspection records and maintain an accurate project diary covering site progress and technical events.
• Coordinate with contractor engineers regarding work sequencing, resource allocation, and programme requirements.
• Monitor actual construction progress against planned activities and report potential delays or constraints.
• Check and measure completed structural work when required for progress verification and payment assessment.
• Attend coordination meetings with the client, contractors, subconsultants, designers, and approval agencies.
• Convene technical meetings with contractors, subcontractors, service authorities, and other affected parties.
• Provide on-site direction and support the Resident Engineer in issuing formal site instructions.
• Coordinate structural interfaces with roads, utilities, drainage, marine works, and adjacent infrastructure.
• Identify non-conforming work and follow corrective action through verification and satisfactory closure.
• Maintain complete records of approvals, inspections, tests, technical decisions, and construction changes.
• Prepare or contribute to weekly and monthly progress reports.
• Promote compliance with project health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Participate actively in site safety initiatives led by the Resident Engineer and safety representatives.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of structural as-built drawings.
• Maintain handover records and support the transfer of completed structural assets to relevant authorities.
• Assist contractors in obtaining final inspections, clearances, and acceptance documentation.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor 's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in structural design, construction supervision, operations, or maintenance of bridges.
• Demonstrated experience with bridge or marine structures exposed to aggressive environmental conditions.
• Inspection experience involving steel sheet piles, steel casings, foundations, piers, concrete piles, steel piles, timber piles, floating structures, or waterfront facilities.
• Strong knowledge of reinforced concrete, structural steel, piling, bridge components, and marine construction methods.
• Ability to review structural calculations, shop drawings, method statements, and technical proposals.
• Experience assessing material submissions, laboratory reports, acceptance tests, and quality documentation.
• Adequate knowledge of European structural codes and relevant American design standards.
• Understanding of quality assurance, quality control, inspection procedures, and non-conformance management.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, specifications, contracts, and construction programmes.
• Experience coordinating contractors, design engineers, inspectors, surveyors, authorities, and project stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project-specific engineering, construction, reporting, and document management software.
• Strong computer literacy with the ability to access project data, maintain records, and produce accurate reports.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English.
• Strong organizational ability, technical judgement, and attention to structural detail.
• Commitment to safe site practices and effective multidisciplinary teamwork.

Skills Set

• Bridge construction supervision
• Structural design review
• Viaduct construction
• Marine structures inspection
• Waterfront structures
• Steel sheet piling
• Steel casing installation
• Concrete piling
• Steel piling
• Timber piling
• Floating structures
• Bridge piers and abutments
• Foundation inspection
• Reinforced concrete works
• Structural steel works
• Shop drawing review
• Method statement assessment
• Material submittal review
• Laboratory report analysis
• Acceptance sampling
• Structural testing
• Quality assurance
• Quality control
• Non-conformance management
• European structural codes
• American design codes
• Construction progress measurement
• Site instruction support
• Inspector supervision
• Survey coordination
• As-built documentation
• Authority handover
• Health and safety compliance
• Technical reporting

Why Join Us

This role offers direct involvement in complex bridge, marine, and transportation structures that contribute to Dubai 's long-term infrastructure development. The successful engineer will work across technical design review, field supervision, materials evaluation, construction coordination, and authority handover. Parsons Corporation provides access to experienced bridge and infrastructure specialists, established technical procedures, challenging construction environments, and opportunities to strengthen expertise in structural and marine engineering while supporting prominent regional projects.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation delivers engineering, programme management, construction supervision, and technology services for transportation, marine, utility, and urban infrastructure developments. Its structural teams combine design expertise, field inspection, quality management, and multidisciplinary coordination to deliver safe, durable, and operationally reliable assets.