Structural Engineer (OHL / Utilities) - PMC Supervision, 3-Month Contract

About the role

A global project supervision consultancy client needs experienced Consultant Structural Engineers to join its team in Abu Dhabi as supervision consultants for high voltage / OHL / dry utilities works across the Emirate. The position is an initial 3-month contract, hired as an outsourcer and employed by J10 Consulting, with immediate joining. Only candidates with a track record of working for recognised supervision consultants or PMC companies will be considered; TAQA approval is highly advantageous.

Key responsibilities

• Review structural designs with architects and other engineers, checking safety, functionality and aesthetics, and use CAD software to check detailed plans and drawings
• Analyse and calculate loads, stresses and forces to determine materials and design specifications
• Ensure compliance with local building codes and regulations, obtain permits and approvals, and address potential structural weaknesses
• Select and specify construction materials, and oversee their implementation on site
• Conduct site inspections, run quality control checks and structural integrity tests, and help manage the structural part of the project budget
• Identify risks and prepare mitigation plans, and keep stakeholders informed
• Document design decisions, reports, drawings and specifications

Required profile

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, minimum BSc
• Minimum 6 years of experience, including at least 2 years on UAE build projects and knowledge of structures for infrastructure projects
• Demonstrable experience supervising projects for a recognised consultancy in the GCC
• Ability to inspect structures, report on material and construction defects and advise on remedial repairs
• Hands-on approach, able to work under pressure and adapt quickly to project needs

Required skills

• Solid knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit, with the ability to coordinate through Revit
• Structural design review and site coordination

Candidates apply by sending their CV and details to the recruiter.