Mott Macdonald

Mott Macdonald

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Senior Structural Engineer

Senior Structural Engineer managing building structures design, site inspection, and project delivery.

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Full Time
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)

Job Highlights

Environment
Onsite

About the Role

• Inspect on‑site works and ensure compliance with design drawings and quality standards. • Produce and deliver reliable solutions, reports, specifications, and drawings on schedule. • Manage tasks, resources, scope, programme, and budget throughout the project. • Provide structural technical support and maintain accuracy of project delivery. • Present technical and design concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders. • Review shop drawings, material submittals, and verify compliance with project guidelines. • Respond to contractor queries, review construction issue drawings, and manage RFI processes. • Coordinate between design office, contractor, and client, ensuring effective information sharing. • Monitor and report on environmental, safety, and quality performance, raising non‑conformance reports as needed. • Ensure structural works are constructed in accordance with contract requirements. • Maintain and enhance client relationships and the firm’s reputation.

Key Responsibilities

  • site inspection
  • report delivery
  • project management
  • technical support
  • shop review
  • coordination

What You Bring

The role requires experience guiding project teams on building structures, including concrete and steel systems, and combines managerial competencies with technical responsibilities. The successful candidate will promote collaboration and inspire delivery of projects to the required quality, budget, and schedule. The position seeks engineers with solid expertise in building structures and a proven record of successful project delivery. Strong communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work effectively in a team are essential. • Hold a bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering; chartered status is a plus. • Demonstrated experience designing and delivering building structure projects, including steel structures. • Proven ability to plan, monitor, and control project programmes, costs, and resources. • Strong communication skills in English and a confident, proactive character. • Ability to work collaboratively in a team and lead in challenging situations.

Requirements

  • bsc civil
  • chartered
  • steel structures
  • concrete
  • project management
  • team leadership

Benefits

Mott MacDonald supports flexible working arrangements to help staff achieve work‑life balance and provides a comprehensive benefits package. • Flexible working arrangements are available to support work‑life balance. • Benefits include 90 days paid maternity leave, competitive annual leave, professional institution subscription, and a performance‑based bonus.

Work Environment

Onsite

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