Lead Structural Engineer

Role Definition:

Works under the direct supervision of Discipline Lead - Engineering. This team member leads a structural design team and schedules, organizes, coordinates and executes the design work on projects of all scales.

Core Accountabilities:

Engineering Design.

Team Leading.

Resource Planning.

Coaching.

Performance Evaluation.

Design Management.

Design Coordination.

Interface with Statutory Authorities.

Design Research.

Design Reviews.

Engineering Design.

Team Leading.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead a design group within the Engineering team throughout the design stages.

Within the design group act as the client's point of contact for design related issues.

Within the design group act as the project's design coordinator and contributes (fully or partially) to the overall design management activities.

Responsible for the integrated design delivery of projects throughout the entire project life cycle.

Ensure design excellence and delivery of project documentation to SSH quality procedures.

Responsible for BIM integration and development of innovative working methodologies.

Take initiatives to develop design manuals, standard design documents, presentations, etc. to increase efficiencies, knowledge and awareness across the wider architectural community.

Qualities and Skills:

Solid engineering experience in delivering projects across the GCC (including UAE and KSA).

Experience years from 12to 15 years.

Comprehensive design experience with various construction materials (reinforced concrete, structural steel, etc.), structural systems, and local and international building codes.

Full knowledge of Statutory Authorities requirements, knowledge of codes, regulations, and submission requirements.

Developed presentation skills.

Excellent command of English (written and spoken).

Understanding of scope definition and scope interface, commercial management of projects.

Understanding of risk management.

Flexibility and proactive attitude towards company objectives and ability to develop cordial relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Ability and commitment to mentor and provide support to junior staff members and spread knowledge.

Detailed knowledge standards, policies, codes and procedures and ability to transmit the same to others.

Developed knowledge of Health & Safety Principles.

Developed knowledge of Sustainable Design Principles.

Qualifications:

Bachelor and Masters Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering

The achievement of a Professional registration of an internationally recognised institution, e.g., IStructE (or similar) is highly desirable and a distinct advantage.