Structural Engineer

Role overview

Location and site work

• The posting states the role is based in Dubai, UAE.
• Regular site inspections and visits are part of the work, with occasional night shifts when required.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect and assess existing buildings and survey walls, ceilings, slabs, beams, columns, and other building components.
• Investigate structural conditions where drawings or technical documents are incomplete or unavailable; assess proposed modifications and refurbishment.
• Identify concerns and recommend further investigation, testing, or calculations; prepare technical reports and engineering recommendations.
• Review structural drawings and coordinate with CAD, MEP, and other engineering disciplines.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders about findings and proposed solutions.
• Ensure assessments meet relevant engineering standards and safety requirements.

Required qualifications and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline; degree attestation, including UAE MOFA attestation, is mandatory.
• At least five years of relevant structural engineering experience and hands-on experience in existing-building inspections, surveys, and condition assessments.
• Experience with projects where as-built drawings or technical documentation are limited, outdated, or unavailable.
• Ability to identify structural concerns and determine when additional investigation or calculations are needed.
• Strong technical reporting, documentation, and communication skills; good understanding of structural drawings and CAD/MEP coordination.
• A valid UAE driving licence is mandatory; candidates must be eligible for UAE employment and residence under applicable regulations.
• Willingness to attend regular site visits and occasional night shifts.

Preferred experience

• Experience with structural modifications, refurbishment, rehabilitation, or retrofitting is highly desirable.
• GCC experience in structural assessments and existing-building investigations is strongly preferred.
• Short-notice or immediate availability is preferred.

Application

• Applicants are asked to submit an updated CV highlighting structural inspection, building survey, and assessment project experience.