Senior Structural Engineer

Blake Anderson; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established consultancy in Dubai is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to lead and deliver structural design and analysis for a variety of projects including residential and commercial developments. The ideal candidate will possess 8-12 years of experience in structural engineering, preferably with a background in reinforced concrete and steel design within the UAE. This role offers the chance to collaborate closely with clients, architects, and junior engineers to ensure compliance with local authority regulations and project objectives.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of structural engineering experience.
• Proven experience in the UAE or wider Middle East.
• Strong knowledge of international design codes and UAE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural design and analysis for various projects.
• Prepare structural calculations, drawings, and reports.
• Manage and mentor junior engineers and technicians.
• Coordinate design solutions with architects and engineers.

Skills

Structural design and analysis

Project coordination

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Master's degree in a relevant field

Tools

ETABS

SAFE

SAP2000

STAAD

Job description

My client a well-established multi-disciplinary consultancy in Dubai is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to join its growing engineering team. The role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, mixed-use, and infrastructure developments, supporting design excellence and technical delivery from concept through construction. The Senior Structural Engineer will be responsible for the structural design, analysis, and coordination of complex projects, ensuring compliance with local authority requirements, international design standards, and project delivery objectives. The role involves close collaboration with internal disciplines, clients, and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver structural design and analysis for reinforced concrete and steel structures across multiple project types
• Prepare and review structural calculations, drawings, and technical reports in line with international codes and local authority requirements
• Coordinate with architects, MEP engineers, and other disciplines to ensure integrated and efficient design solutions
• Manage and mentor junior engineers and technicians, ensuring technical quality and knowledge sharing
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and sub-consultants to support design development and construction delivery
• Review contractor submissions, shop drawings, material approvals, and respond to RFIs
• Attend design coordination meetings, technical workshops, and site meetings as required
• Ensure compliance with Dubai Municipality, Trakhees, Civil Defence, and other relevant authority regulations
• Provide technical support during construction, including site inspections and issue resolution
• Support project planning, resource allocation, and programme deliveryContribute to value engineering, risk mitigation, and constructability reviews

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master's degree preferred)
• Minimum 8-12 years of structural engineering experience
• Proven experience working with a consultancy in the UAE or wider Middle East
• Strong background in reinforced concrete and steel design
• Experience delivering projects through all design stages to construction

Technical Skills

• Strong working knowledge of international design codes (BS, Eurocodes, ACI, AISC)
• Familiarity with UAE local authority requirements and approval processes
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software (ETABS, SAFE, SAP2000, STAAD, or similar)
• Experience with BIM environments and coordination tools is an advantage

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and coordination ability
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Leadership capability with a collaborative mindset
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality