We are seeking a highly experienced Head of Structural Design Department to lead our structural engineering design team in Egypt, overseeing the delivery of structural designs for major projects in Saudi Arabia.

The ideal candidate must have a strong background in engineering design consultancy, proven leadership experience, and extensive knowledge of the Saudi Building Code (SBC).

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Structural Design Department, ensuring high-quality design deliverables.
Oversee structural design activities from Concept Design through Detailed Design, Tender, and IFC stages.
Review and approve structural calculations, analysis models, drawings, and technical documentation.
Ensure compliance with the Saudi Building Code (SBC) and relevant international standards.
Coordinate with Architectural, MEP, and BIM teams to ensure effective multidisciplinary integration.
Manage design schedules, resources, quality standards, and project deliverables.
Lead Value Engineering initiatives to optimize structural solutions and project costs.
Coordinate with engineering teams in Saudi Arabia on technical reviews and project requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, preferably specializing in Structural Engineering.
Minimum 15 years of experience in structural engineering design.
At least 5 years of experience leading structural design teams or departments.
Mandatory: Extensive experience in established engineering design consultancy firms.
Strong practical knowledge and application of the Saudi Building Code (SBC).
Proven experience delivering structural designs from Concept Design through IFC.
Advanced proficiency in ETABS, SAFE, SAP2000, and AutoCAD.
Good knowledge of Revit Structure and BIM coordination.
Experience in commercial buildings, shopping malls, hotels, residential developments, mixed-use projects, and high-rise buildings.
Strong leadership, technical problem-solving, and project management skills.
Good command of English.

Important Note

Candidates must have a strong structural design consultancy background, with hands-on experience in structural analysis, design development, and engineering design deliverables.

Candidates whose experience is primarily in construction, contracting, site supervision, or shop drawings without substantial structural design consultancy experience will not be considered.

Experience with Saudi projects and practical application of the Saudi Building Code (SBC) are highly important.

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Job Title: Head of Structural Design Department

Job Location: Cairo, Egypt

Department: Engineering Department

Company Industry: Construction / Engineering

Employment Type: Full-time

Workplace Type: On-site

The ideal candidate must have a strong background in engineering design consultancy, proven leadership experience, and extensive knowledge of the Saudi Building Code (SBC).

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Structural Design Department, ensuring high-quality design deliverables.
Oversee structural design activities from Concept Design through Detailed Design, Tender, and IFC stages.
Review and approve structural calculations, analysis models, drawings, and technical documentation.
Ensure compliance with the Saudi Building Code (SBC) and relevant international standards.
Coordinate with Architectural, MEP, and BIM teams to ensure effective multidisciplinary integration.
Manage design schedules, resources, quality standards, and project deliverables.
Lead Value Engineering initiatives to optimize structural solutions and project costs.
Coordinate with engineering teams in Saudi Arabia on technical reviews and project requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, preferably specializing in Structural Engineering.
Minimum 15 years of experience in structural engineering design.
At least 5 years of experience leading structural design teams or departments.
Mandatory: Extensive experience in established engineering design consultancy firms.
Strong practical knowledge and application of the Saudi Building Code (SBC).
Proven experience delivering structural designs from Concept Design through IFC.
Advanced proficiency in ETABS, SAFE, SAP2000, and AutoCAD.
Good knowledge of Revit Structure and BIM coordination.
Experience in commercial buildings, shopping malls, hotels, residential developments, mixed-use projects, and high-rise buildings.
Strong leadership, technical problem-solving, and project management skills.
Good command of English.

Important Note

Candidates must have a strong structural design consultancy background, with hands-on experience in structural analysis, design development, and engineering design deliverables.

Candidates whose experience is primarily in construction, contracting, site supervision, or shop drawings without substantial structural design consultancy experience will not be considered.

Experience with Saudi projects and practical application of the Saudi Building Code (SBC) are highly important.

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