Senior Structural Engineer

Socotec; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm is seeking a Structural Engineer to provide high-quality engineering services for building and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Structural Engineering, 10 years of experience, and be adept in the relevant structural software. Responsibilities include client liaison, project coordination, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role offers an attractive salary, bonuses, and opportunities for career advancement in an entrepreneurial environment.

Benefits

Attractive salary and annual bonus

Global development opportunities

Strong team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience, preferably in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
• Proficient in using structural software including ETABS, SAFE, SAP2000.
• Familiarity with local Abu Dhabi codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide structural engineering services and coordinate project details.
• Deliver work of the highest quality and exceed client expectations.
• Ensure compliance with SOCOTEC’s group policies and procedures.

Skills

Structural engineering

Project coordination

Client liaison

Business development

Quality assurance

Team leadership

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

ETABS

SAFE

SAP2000

Job description

Job Description

Description of the Role

• Provide structural engineering services, including but not limited to design review services, for building and infrastructure projects in the UAE and internationally. Coordinate projects details in accordance with client requirements and attend meetings with clients and authorities as a representative of SOCOTEC.
• Attend site visits and meetings as required by the project and clients.
• Identify business opportunities for SOCOTEC and work closely with the Commercial team to develop these.
• Assist the Commercial team with the preparation of fee proposals and quotations.
• Liaise with Technical Manager and Accountant for reporting and invoicing.
• Assist Technical Manager, Accountant and Managing Director in analyzing the financial data associated with your projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the delivery of the highest quality of work to SOCOTEC clients.
• Deliver services within the timeframes dictated by the client and SOCOTEC.
• Responsible for ensuring that work is carried out as per the relevant instructions.
• Consistently exceed clients’ expectations.
• Comply with SOCOTEC’s group policies and procedures.
• Achieve and maintain the highest qualification levels determined by SOCOTEC for the relevant consultancy disciplines.
• Take an active and full role in the quality assurance of services delivered by SOCOTEC through document review, supervision, audit and assessment of other staff members, providing support and leadership to the engineering team.
• Stand out as a good example to all staff.
• Undertake such other responsibilities that might reasonably be required by the company.
• Ensure the highest standards of administration.

Health and Safety Responsibilities

• Comply with SOCOTEC International and client quality, safety and environmental systems and procedures at all times.
• Ensure that all accidents, incidents, near misses or hazards are immediately reported and relevant paperwork is completed.
• Work within the team to develop a culture where everyone embraces, upholds and accepts responsibility for a safe workplace, a healthy working life, a sustainable environment and the right and duty to intervene.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of experience, preferably in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
• Proficient in structural software including ETABS, SAFE, SAP2000.
• Experience with local Abu Dhabi codes and regulations, including the MePS system.
• ADM Engineer's License Card is preferred.

Additional Information

• Attractive salary and bonus with annual revision.
• Cooperation with colleagues around the world in a leading global group.
• Strong team spirit in an entrepreneurial environment of a growing company.
• People values, social responsibility and sustainability.
• Global development and relocation opportunities for high performers.
• Opportunities for self-development and career advancement.