Lead Structural Engineer

About the role

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy, represented by Redfish Solutions, is looking for a Lead Technical Structural Engineer to co-lead and grow its structures team. The role drives the delivery of building and infrastructure projects across Dubai and beyond, taking full ownership of the technical, managerial and commercial aspects and managing stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance on structural engineering and project delivery across project types.
• Oversee and approve structural deliverables such as design calculations, specifications, shop drawings and material submittals.
• Ensure designs comply with local authority regulations (Dubai Municipality, DDA, Civil Defense) and international codes and standards.
• Integrate structural systems with other disciplines for coordinated, buildable designs.
• Run value engineering, technical audits and quality reviews.
• Represent the company in project meetings with clients, consultants and contractors and resolve escalated technical or contractual issues.

Required profile

• Minimum 10-12 years in structural engineering and project delivery, with at least 8 years in a principal or associate leadership role in the Middle East.
• Proven track record leading complex mixed-use, high-rise, hospitality, residential, retail, workplace and infrastructure projects from design through construction.
• Bachelor's degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (Master's preferred).
• Chartered Engineer or professional engineering license (e.g. CEng, PE) highly desirable.
• Experience in contracts, procurement and risk management; strong communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Based in Dubai or willing to relocate.