Senior Formwork Design Engineer - Construction Engineering Projects - Dubai, UAE

Azizi Development UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,880 - 290,160; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional growth and mentoring opportunities

Job summary

Azizi Development UAE is seeking a Senior Formwork Design Engineer to oversee and lead the design of formwork and scaffolding solutions for construction projects in Dubai. The role demands a strong technical background with at least 10 years of experience in formwork design, alongside excellent skills in supervision and coordination.

This position offers competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and leadership responsibilities within specialized engineering projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in formwork or temporary works design.
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD for 2D and 3D design preparation.
• Advanced knowledge of proprietary formwork systems such as PERI, Doka, or similar systems.
• Demonstrated leadership experience supervising engineering teams or design staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop safe and economical formwork, shoring, and scaffolding design solutions.
• Produce and oversee general arrangement drawings and engineering models.
• Ensure design outputs comply with engineering standards and project specifications.
• Attend technical coordination meetings with project teams.
• Supervise and review work of junior engineers and designers.

Skills

Formwork and temporary works engineering design

Structural analysis and engineering calculations

Construction drawing interpretation and modeling

AutoCAD drafting and engineering documentation

Material take-off and design optimization

Technical coordination with construction teams and suppliers

Site support and engineering troubleshooting

Design review and quality assurance

Engineering team supervision and mentoring

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Structural analysis software

Job description

Senior Formwork Design Engineer - Construction Engineering Projects - Dubai, UAE

Position Overview

A construction engineering organization in Dubai is seeking a Senior Formwork Design Engineer to deliver safe, compliant, and cost‑effective formwork, shoring, and scaffolding design solutions for building and infrastructure projects. The role involves leading complex engineering designs, supervising junior engineers and designers, coordinating with project stakeholders, and ensuring high standards of safety, efficiency, and technical accuracy across all temporary works design activities.

Job Details

• Country: UAE
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Construction
• Function: Engineering
• Salary: 18,000‑26,000 monthly (market estimated)
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full‑time

Key Responsibilities

• Develop safe and economical formwork, shoring, and scaffolding design solutions for construction and infrastructure projects.
• Produce and oversee general arrangement drawings, assembly drawings, steel fabrication drawings, and engineering models.
• Prepare and verify engineering calculations using internal design tools and structural analysis software.
• Ensure all design outputs comply with relevant engineering standards, codes of practice, and project specifications.
• Apply advanced knowledge of proprietary formwork systems such as PERI, Doka, or equivalent systems.
• Prepare and verify material take‑offs and material lists for formwork and temporary works systems.
• Maintain engineering documentation, drawing registers, and design records according to company procedures.
• Attend technical coordination meetings with project teams, consultants, and construction teams.
• Provide technical support and engineering solutions to site teams to resolve construction challenges.
• Coordinate with suppliers and fabricators to optimise system selection and design efficiency.
• Conduct site visits to review installation methods and provide technical guidance.
• Supervise and review the work of junior engineers, designers, and draftspersons.
• Provide technical mentoring, training, and professional guidance to junior staff and interns.
• Review and approve drawings and calculations prepared by junior team members.
• Promote high standards of engineering accuracy, safety, and quality across the design team.
• Ensure compliance with company engineering procedures, quality systems, and safety requirements.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering design tools, processes, and standards.

Ideal Profile

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in formwork or temporary works design, with scaffolding design experience considered an advantage.
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD for 2D and 3D design preparation.
• Experience using structural analysis software for temporary works design calculations.
• Strong understanding of British Standards, engineering codes of practice, and formwork design regulations.
• Advanced knowledge of proprietary formwork systems such as PERI, Doka, or similar systems.
• Demonstrated leadership experience supervising engineering teams or design staff.
• Ability to interpret structural and architectural drawings and construction sequences.
• Strong problem‑solving and engineering decision‑making abilities.

Skills Set

• Formwork and temporary works engineering design.
• Structural analysis and engineering calculations.
• Construction drawing interpretation and modeling.
• AutoCAD drafting and engineering documentation.
• Material take‑off and design optimisation.
• Technical coordination with construction teams and suppliers.
• Site support and engineering troubleshooting.
• Design review and quality assurance.
• Engineering team supervision and mentoring.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work on complex building and infrastructure projects in Dubai.
• Exposure to advanced formwork engineering systems and temporary works solutions.
• Leadership role within a specialised engineering design environment.
• Professional growth and mentoring opportunities within the design team.
• Competitive compensation and career advancement prospects.

About the Company

The hiring organisation operates within the construction engineering sector, providing specialised formwork, scaffolding and temporary works design solutions for major building and infrastructure projects. The company focuses on delivering safe, efficient and technically advanced engineering support that enables successful project execution across the construction industry.