Senior Structural Engineer

Sharjah Investment & Development Authority SHUROOQ; Sharjah; On-site; AED 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction and civil engineering sector seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to oversee structural engineering activities for real estate development projects. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with local and international codes while optimizing project costs through value engineering and effective design reviews. Candidates should possess a degree in Structural or Civil Engineering along with extensive experience and certification from the Sharjah Municipality.

Qualifications

• 12–15 years of structural design and construction experience.
• Sharjah Municipality certified Structural Engineer.
• In-depth knowledge of ACI, BS, Eurocodes, and UAE regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural engineering activities across design, tender, and construction phases.
• Review structural designs and enhance cost and performance through value engineering.
• Ensure compliance with Sharjah Municipality and international structural codes.

Skills

Structural Engineering Leadership

Technical Excellence

Value Engineering

Design Optimization

Multidisciplinary Coordination

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Tools

ETABS

SAFE

STAAD Pro

SAP2000

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Bachelor of Technology/Engineering(Civil, Structural or Civil Engineering), Master of Technology/Engineering(Structural or Civil Engineering)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Any

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

To lead structural engineering activities across design, tender, and construction phases of real estate development projects. The role ensures compliance with local and international codes, structural integrity, and cost optimization through value engineering, design review, and site execution support.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Review structural designs and lead value engineering (VE) to enhance cost and performance across precast, steel, PT, and RCC systems.

2. Ensure compliance with Sharjah Municipality and international structural codes (ACI, BS, Eurocode, UBC).

3. Coordinate structural integration with architectural, MEP, infrastructure, and construction teams.

4. Evaluate material proposals, shop drawings, and connection details for feasibility and constructability.

5. Supervise on-site structural works and resolve discrepancies between design and execution.

6. Support tender and procurement reviews for structural BOQs, vendor proposals, and scope alignment.

7. Participate in structural inspections, certification processes, and as-built documentation review during handover.

8. Maintain VE records, technical logs, and regulatory documentation for audit and quality compliance.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Timeliness and quality of structural design reviews and VE proposals.

• Regulatory approval rate of structural designs and modifications.

• Reduction in material cost through effective VE without quality compromise.

• Compliance of on-site execution with design and safety standards.

• Accuracy and completeness of structural documentation and as-builts.

Desired Candidate Profile

Winning Behaviours:

1. Structural Engineering Leadership and Technical Excellence.

2. Value Engineering and Design Optimization.

3. Multidisciplinary Coordination and Stakeholder Communication.

4. Regulatory Compliance and Quality Oversight.

5. Documentation, Analysis, and Audit Readiness.

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering.

• 12–15 years of structural design and construction experience.

• Sharjah Municipality certified Structural Engineer.

• Proficient in ETABS, SAFE, STAAD Pro, SAP2000, AutoCAD, Revit.

• In-depth knowledge of ACI, BS, Eurocodes, and UAE regulatory frameworks.

• Proven ability to lead VE exercises, coordinate with consultants, and manage site interfaces.

Employment Type

Full Time

Company Industry

• Construction
• Civil Engineering

Department / Functional Area

• Projects

Keywords

• Structural Design
• ACI
• UBC
• Eurocode
• Constructions
• AutoCAD
• REVIT

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