Senior Lead Structural Engineer – Buildings

WSP; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Riyadh seeks an Associate to lead the Building Structures team, overseeing the structural engineering discipline on major projects and acting as a trusted client advisor.

You will drive technical excellence, manage multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to business development, while ensuring compliance with international and regional codes and delivering complex building solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering; Master’s preferred.
• 18+ years of experience in structural engineering, including leadership on large-scale building projects.
• Proven track record in managing multidisciplinary teams and delivering complex projects.
• Expertise in steel and concrete design and advanced structural analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of UAE, KSA, and international design codes.
• Strong business development experience and ability to contribute to strategic growth initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for structural engineering teams across multiple projects, ensuring technical excellence and compliance with international and regional standards.
• Serve as the primary client interface for structural engineering matters, building strong relationships and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Oversee development and delivery of structural designs for large-scale and complex building projects, including review of calculations, drawings and specifications.
• Drive innovation and best practices in design methodologies, digital tools, and sustainability initiatives.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Mentor and develop senior engineers, graduate engineers, and BIM teams.
• Lead risk management and quality assurance processes, including audits and compliance checks.
• Represent the company in high-level meetings, presentations, and industry forums; contribute to thought leadership.
• Support business development activities, including proposals, bids, and client presentations.
• Ensure strict adherence to Health, Safety, and Environmental standards across structural activities.

Skills

Leadership

Client interface

Structural design

Advanced structural analysis

BIM coordination

Mentoring

Business development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

Master’s preferred

Job description

WSP in Riyadh seeks an Associate to lead the Building Structures team, overseeing the structural engineering discipline on major projects and acting as a trusted client advisor.

You will drive technical excellence, manage multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to business development, while ensuring compliance with international and regional codes and delivering complex building solutions.