Design Manager - Building Structures

Parsons; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an accomplished Design Manager – Building Structures to lead the structural design of complex projects in Jeddah. The ideal candidate should have over 15 years of experience, with strong technical expertise and leadership capabilities. Responsibilities include managing design delivery, overseeing teams, and ensuring compliance with design standards. This role offers a chance to shape landmark projects in the Makkah region.

Benefits

Growth opportunities

Employee wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in structural design and management.
• 5 years in senior leadership roles on major building projects.
• Proven track record in delivering high-rise, mixed-use structures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design management of complex buildings.
• Drive design process from concept to IFC.
• Oversee structural teams and ensure seamless coordination.
• Review and approve structural calculations and drawings.
• Chair technical coordination meetings with teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Structural Design Expertise

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master’s degree in a related field

Tools

ETABS

SAFE

SAP2000

STAAD.Pro

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

Job Description

Parsons is seeking an accomplished Design Manager – Building Structures to lead the structural engineering design of complex building projects across the Kingdom. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in high-rise and large-scale mixed-use developments, a proven ability to manage multidisciplinary design teams, and the capability to lead design delivery from concept through IFC. This is a pivotal leadership role within Parsons’ Buildings Division, ensuring the structural integrity, innovation, and constructability of landmark projects shaping the urban skyline.

What You'll be doing

• Lead the structural design management of complex building assets, including high-rise towers, large-scale residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.

• Drive the design process from concept to IFC, ensuring technical excellence, compliance with SBC, Eurocode, ACI, BS, and AASHTO standards, and alignment with project vision and client requirements.

• Oversee the work of in-house and sub-consultant structural teams, ensuring seamless coordination with architecture, MEP, façade, and infrastructure disciplines.

• Manage the full design lifecycle including feasibility studies, schematic design, detailed design, value engineering, peer review, and construction support.

• Provide technical leadership in structural system selection (reinforced concrete, post-tensioned slabs, composite steel structures, deep foundations, etc.) for high-rise and large-span structures.

• Review and approve structural design calculations, analysis models, and construction drawings.

• Lead structural analysis and design reviews using advanced tools (e.g., ETABS, SAFE, SAP2000, STAAD.Pro) and ensure FEA models reflect realistic construction stages and loading conditions.

• Guide geotechnical interpretation and foundation design strategies for complex soil and seismic conditions.

• Develop and manage structural design schedules, resource plans, and deliverable trackers aligned with project milestones and RIBA stages.

• Chair technical coordination meetings and interface with architecture, MEP, and construction teams to resolve design challenges and ensure integrated solutions.

• Liaise with clients, authorities, and stakeholders to present structural solutions, respond to queries, and secure approvals.

• Support the preparation of tender documents, technical specifications, and design reports, ensuring quality and clarity.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of structural engineers and BIM modelers, fostering technical excellence and continuous improvement.

• Establish structural design standards, QA/QC procedures, and best practices aligned with Parsons’ global methodologies.

What's Required for the role

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred).

• 15+ years of experience in structural design and design management, with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles on major building projects.

• Proven track record delivering high-rise, mixed-use, residential, and commercial structures from concept through IFC.

• Strong technical expertise in advanced structural systems, seismic design, and complex foundation solutions.

• Deep familiarity with international design codes (SBC, ACI, BS, Eurocode, ASCE) and Saudi authority processes.

• Proficiency in structural design software (ETABS, SAFE, SAP2000, STAAD.Pro, Robot) and BIM coordination platforms (Revit, Navisworks).

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Chartership (e.g., CEng, PE, SE) or membership in a recognized professional body is highly desirable.

Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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