Senior Structural Engineer

We are currently seeking a highly experienced Senior Structural Engineer to join our team in Riyadh. As a Senior Structural Engineer at WSP, you will lead and oversee the structural design, analysis, and construction supervision of complex infrastructure projects, ensuring the integrity, safety, and performance of built structures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the structural design and analysis of transportation infrastructure projects, including bridges, tunnels, viaducts, retaining walls, and other related structures, in accordance with client requirements, international standards, and industry best practices.
• Conduct structural assessments, load calculations, and finite element analyses to evaluate structural performance, durability, and resilience under various loading conditions.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance during the construction phase of structural projects, conducting regular site inspections to monitor construction progress, quality, and compliance with engineering specifications and contractual requirements.
• Implement rigorous quality assurance and control measures to ensure that construction activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved designs and standards.
• Identify opportunities for value engineering and innovation to optimize structural designs, enhance construction methodologies, and achieve cost savings without compromising structural integrity or performance.
• Collaborate with project teams, clients, and stakeholders to explore alternative design solutions and implement best practices in structural engineering.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate structural risks associated with construction activities, material selection, and environmental factors, implementing proactive measures to ensure the safety and resilience of built structures.
• Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations, standards, and best practices, promoting a culture of safety awareness and accountability among project stakeholders.
• Engage with clients, stakeholders, regulatory authorities, and communities to understand their needs, concerns, and expectations related to structural engineering projects.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project stakeholders, providing regular updates, progress reports, and technical presentations to ensure transparency and alignment.

Experience Required:

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in structural engineering, with a proven track record in site supervision within the construction consultancy sector on roads & highways projects.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in structural design, analysis, and construction of transportation infrastructure projects, including bridges, tunnels, viaducts, and retaining walls.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary teams, manage project budgets and schedules, and deliver successful outcomes.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering structural engineering projects, with a focus on safety, quality, and innovation.

Education Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering. Master’s degree preferred. Professional engineering license or equivalent certification preferred.

Skills Required:

• Proficiency in structural analysis software (e.g., SAP2000, ETABS, STAAD.Pro)
• Computer-aided design (CAD) tools
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Languages:

Fluency in English; Arabic language skills would be advantageous.

Employment / Job Type:

Full Time

Nationality:

Any Nationality

About the Company:

A professional services consultancy in engineering, design, advisory and project management. It works on buildings, transport, water, energy, environment and urban development schemes, supporting public and private clients across the Middle East with technical and sustainability expertise.

Company Industry:

Construction Consultancy

Department / Functional Area:

Engineering

Closing Date:

Not mentioned