Structural Engineer Building

Mace Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy is seeking a qualified civil/structural engineer in Abu Dhabi to manage site engineering and dimensional control for a large mixed-use project. The role emphasizes technical assurance, quality governance, and stakeholder collaboration. Candidates should possess strong UAE experience in mixed-use projects and demonstrate effective communication and leadership skills. The company promotes a safe and inclusive work environment, offering flexibility in work arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Inclusive employer

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified civil/structural engineer with professional accreditation.
• Strong UAE experience in mixed-use projects, codes, and authority approvals.
• Skilled in temporary works and structural reviews.

Responsibilities

• Manage site engineering and dimensional control.
• Oversee quality activities and compliance with Mace procedures.
• Build strong relationships with client representatives and project teams.

Skills

Degree in civil/structural engineering

UAE experience in mixed-use projects

Technical leadership

Stakeholder communication

Education

Degree-qualified civil/structural engineer

Job description

Position status

This opportunity is for a secured role that is due to commence in May, subject to approval. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

The project

Mace is providing project management services on a large mixed‑use regeneration development in Abu Dhabi. The site will have commercial workplaces and retail units along with a public realm.

Provides technical assurance across structural and interfacing trades, supporting accurate control, verification, and compliance. Oversees quality activities, validating contractor checks, and ensuring adherence to Mace procedures, including temporary works and safety. Drives clear scope, coordination, and robust quality governance to support successful project delivery.

You’ll be responsible for

• Manage site engineering and dimensional control, ensuring robust verification before follow‑on works.
• Managing trade contractors, ITP compliance and inspection records, and resolving design and technical queries.
• Acting in line with Mace temporary works procedures, driving safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Overseeing coordination between multidisciplinary teams, maintaining alignment on design standards, specifications, and project deliverables.
• Providing expert advice on building safety legislation building codes, HSE requirements, construction contracts, FIDIC Yellow Book conditions.
• Supporting the delivery phase of complex building projects, ensuring compliance, constructability, and best practice design solutions.
• Building strong relationships with client representatives, senior stakeholders, and wider project teams to drive collaboration and efficient decision-making.
• Integrating sustainability and carbon considerations into project design and delivery strategies.

You’ll need to have

• Degree‑qualified civil/structural engineer with professional accreditation.
• Strong UAE experience in mixed‑use projects, codes, and authority approvals.
• Skilled in temporary works, structural reviews, and the FIDIC Yellow Book.
• Demonstrates technical leadership, independent judgement, and effective stakeholder communication.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse, and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of well‑being in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables and strategic outcomes and build long‑term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfill all the criteria, please apply, as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part‑time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.

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