Senior Structural Engineer: Lead Building Structures & Site

WSP; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 220,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Middle East in Jeddah seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead construction supervision on major building projects, ensuring works conform to designs, specs, and local codes. You will oversee drawings, calculations, and testing, coordinating with architects, contractors, and client reps.

Ideal candidates bring 12–15 years of post-graduate experience, strong knowledge of RC and structural steel, and proven leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 12–15 years of post-graduate experience.
• 8+ years on GCC building construction supervision projects.
• Strong knowledge of reinforced concrete and structural steel construction.
• Experience reviewing structural calculations and temporary works.
• Familiarity with Dubai Municipality, DDA, Trakhees, and other authorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the supervision of structural works on large-scale building projects.
• Review and approve structural shop drawings, calculations, method statements, material submittals, and temporary works proposals.
• Ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and relevant codes.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to monitor quality and progress.
• Coordinate with architects, MEP engineers, contractors, and client representatives.
• Review contractor RFIs, inspections, and technical submissions.
• Identify non-conformances and ensure timely corrective actions.
• Support the Resident Engineer in progress monitoring, reporting, and technical issue resolution.
• Witness testing and commissioning activities relating to structural systems.
• Mentor and guide site inspectors and junior engineers.

Skills

Structural leadership

Site supervision

Quality assurance

Stakeholder management

Mentoring juniors

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Job description

WSP Middle East in Jeddah seeks a Senior Structural Engineer to lead construction supervision on major building projects, ensuring works conform to designs, specs, and local codes. You will oversee drawings, calculations, and testing, coordinating with architects, contractors, and client reps.

Ideal candidates bring 12–15 years of post-graduate experience, strong knowledge of RC and structural steel, and proven leadership.