Sr. Structural Engineer

Shapoorji Pallonji International FZE; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Shapoorji Pallonji International FZE in Dubai seeks a senior structural/architectural lead to drive the design process from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with project requirements and client expectations.

You will review drawings, coordinate with consultants and engineers, ensure UAE codes and sustainability standards, conduct site visits, mentor junior staff, and present progress to clients while collaborating with project management to control costs and schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years in structural design and execution for building projects, preferably in the UAE or GCC.
• Strong knowledge of UAE building codes, authority approvals, and international standards.
• Proficiency in structural analysis software (e.g., ETABS, SAFE, STAAD Pro) and AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with BIM tools (Revit, Navisworks) for coordination and clash detection.
• Excellent understanding of concrete, steel structures & Shop drawings.
• Strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design process from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with project requirements and client expectations.
• Review and approve architectural drawings, specifications, and material selections.
• Ensure compliance with UAE building codes, authority approvals, and sustainability standards.
• Coordinate with consultants, engineers, and project teams to integrate architectural designs with structural, MEP, and other disciplines.
• Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress and ensure adherence to design intent and quality standards.
• Resolve design-related issues promptly to avoid delays and rework.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior architects and draftsmen.
• Prepare and present design proposals, reports, and progress updates to clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the project management team to ensure timely delivery and cost control.
• Stay updated on industry trends, innovative materials, and technologies to enhance design quality and efficiency.
• Experience in shop drawings preparation and good in detailing. ID experience is advantage
• Experience in managing and coordination of multiple disciplines and Subcontractors

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project coordination

Team mentorship

Education

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

Tools

ETABS

SAFE

STAAD Pro

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

• Lead the architectural design process from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with project requirements and client expectations.

• Review and approve architectural drawings, specifications, and material selections.

• Ensure compliance with UAE building codes, authority approvals, and sustainability standards.

• Coordinate with consultants, engineers, and project teams to integrate architectural designs with structural, MEP, and other disciplines.

• Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress and ensure adherence to design intent and quality standards.

• Resolve design-related issues promptly to avoid delays and rework.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior architects and draftsmen.

• Prepare and present design proposals, reports, and progress updates to clients and stakeholders.

• Collaborate with the project management team to ensure timely delivery and cost control.

• Stay updated on industry trends, innovative materials, and technologies to enhance design quality and efficiency.

• Experience in shop drawings preparation and good in detailing. ID experience is advantage

• Experience in managing and coordination of multiple disciplines and Subcontractors

Desired Candidate Profile

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

• Experience: Minimum 10 years in structural design and execution for building projects, preferably in the UAE or GCC.

• Strong knowledge of UAE building codes, authority approvals, and international standards.

• Proficiency in structural analysis software (e.g., ETABS, SAFE, STAAD Pro) and AutoCAD.

• Familiarity with BIM tools (Revit, Navisworks) for coordination and clash detection.

• Excellent understanding of concrete, steel structures & Shop drawings.

• Strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.