Structural Design Coordinator

Client of Pink Camel; Dubai; On-site; AED 391,000 - 614,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of Pink Camel in Dubai seeks an experienced Structural Design Coordinator to support the Design Manager and project teams in coordinating structural design activities across UAE construction projects.

The role focuses on coordination, review and delivery of structural design information, including calculations for temporary works, IFC drawings, shop drawings, design submissions and technical coordination. Degree in Structural Engineering required; 6–8 years' experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering is required.
• Candidates with a Civil Engineering degree alone will not be considered unless the qualification specifically meets the Structural Engineering requirement.
• Minimum 6–8 years of relevant experience in structural engineering, structural design coordination or a closely related construction role.
• Hands-on experience with structural calculations for temporary works.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate structural design activities between consultants, subcontractors, engineers and internal project teams.
• Review IFC drawings, structural drawings, shop drawings, specifications and technical submissions for discrepancies and coordination issues.
• Carry out or review structural calculations for temporary works to ensure designs are sound and suitable for site execution.
• Support preparation, coordination, review and approval of temporary works design submissions and related documentation.
• Coordinate structural requirements with Architectural and MEP disciplines to achieve fully coordinated designs.
• Raise and manage RFIs, track technical responses, and ensure design issues are resolved efficiently.
• Liaise with CAD and BIM teams to coordinate model updates, drawings revisions and design changes.
• Track design deliverables against the project programme and meet deadlines.
• Assist with review of shop drawings and material submittals for IFC compliance.
• Maintain accurate drawing registers and records of submissions, approvals, revisions and consultant comments.
• Ensure only latest approved drawings are issued for construction.
• Identify design changes that may impact cost or programme and coordinate with Commercial and Project teams.
• Support Safety in Design (SiD) principles and identify structural design risks and mitigations.
• Ensure design documentation complies with UAE regulations, authority requirements, contractual requirements and HSE standards.

Skills

Coordination

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM tools

Aconex

A-Site

Job description

We are looking for a Structural Design Coordinator for a construction company based in Dubai

Qualifications

amp Experience

Bachelor s degree in Structural Engineering is required

Candidates with a Civil Engineering degree alone will not be considered unless the qualification specifically meets the Structural Engineering requirement

Minimum 6 8 years of relevant experience in structural engineering, structural design coordination or a closely related construction role

Must have hands‑on experience with structural calculations for temporary works

experience calculating an entire project is not required

Strong understanding of structural design principles construction drawings specifications IFC drawings and shop drawings

Previous experience working within a main contractor or contractor environment is preferred

Strong knowledge of multidisciplinary design coordination across Structural Architectural and MEP disciplines

Experience coordinating design submissions RFIs consultant comments approvals and revisions throughout the construction lifecycle

Familiarity with UAE construction requirements regulations and authority approval processes

Proficiency in AutoCAD and BIM tools is highly desirable

Experience with document management platforms such as Aconex or A-Site is advantageous

Strong coordination organisation communication attention to detail and technical problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple design activities and deadlines within a fast-paced construction environment

Valid UAE Driving Licence is required

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate structural design activities between consultants subcontractors engineers and internal project teams

Review IFC drawings structural drawings shop drawings specifications and technical submissions to identify discrepancies and coordination issues

Carry out and or review structural calculations for temporary works ensuring designs are technically sound and suitable for site execution

Support the preparation coordination review and approval of temporary works design submissions and associated documentation

Coordinate structural requirements with Architectural and MEP disciplines to achieve fully coordinated and clash-free designs

Raise and manage RFIs track technical responses and ensure design issues are resolved efficiently

Liaise with CAD and BIM teams to coordinate model updates drawing revisions and design changes

Track design deliverables against the approved project programme and proactively follow up with consultants and subcontractors to meet deadlines

Assist with the review of shop drawings and material submittals for compliance with IFC drawings specifications and project requirements

Maintain accurate drawing registers and records of design submissions approvals revisions and consultant comments

Ensure only the latest approved drawings and design information are issued for construction

Identify design changes that may impact project cost or programme and coordinate with Commercial and Project teams accordingly

Support Safety in Design SiD principles and identify structural design risks and appropriate mitigation measures

Ensure design documentation complies with applicable UAE regulations authority requirements contractual requirements and company HSE standards

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Structural Design Coordinator to support the Design Manager and project delivery team in coordinating structural design activities across construction projects in the UAE

The role will focus on the coordination review and delivery of structural design information with particular emphasis on structural calculations for temporary works IFC drawings shop drawings design submissions and technical coordination

You will work closely with consultants subcontractors engineers BIM CAD teams and internal project stakeholders to ensure designs are accurate coordinated buildable compliant and delivered in line with project programmes

Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering is required. Candidates with a Civil Engineering degree alone will not be considered unless the qualification specifically meets the Structural Engineering requirement.

Minimum 6 8 years of relevant experience in structural engineering, structural design coordination, or a closely related construction role. Must have hands‑on experience with structural calculations for temporary works ; experience calculating an entire project is not required. Strong understanding of structural design principles, construction drawings, specifications, IFC drawings, and shop drawings. Previous experience working within a main contractor or contractor environment is preferred. Strong knowledge of multidisciplinary design coordination across Structural, Architectural, and MEP disciplines. Experience coordinating design submissions, RFIs, consultant comments, approvals, and revisions throughout the construction lifecycle. Familiarity with UAE construction requirements, regulations, and authority approval processes. Proficiency in AutoCAD and BIM tools is highly desirable. Experience with document management platforms such as Aconex or A-Site is advantageous. Strong coordination, organisation, communication, attention to detail, and technical problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple design activities and deadlines within a fast-paced construction environment. Valid UAE Driving Licence is required.