Senior Structural Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and motivated **Senior Structural Engineer** to join our dynamic engineering team in Kuwait City, Kuwait. In this pivotal role, you will lead the design and delivery of structural engineering solutions across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will combine exceptional technical expertise with strong project management capabilities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on significant infrastructure developments while mentoring junior engineers and driving innovation within our organization.

**Technical Delivery**

• Lead the structural design of infrastructure projects from feasibility and preliminary design through to detailed design and construction support
• Deliver comprehensive feasibility studies, options assessments, concept designs, preliminary designs, and detailed designs
• Prepare and review structural calculations, design reports, specifications, drawings, and tender documentation with meticulous attention to detail
• Conduct structural assessments of existing assets and develop innovative rehabilitation and upgrade solutions
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant international codes, standards, and industry guidance
• Coordinate seamlessly with civil, mechanical, electrical, process, and geotechnical teams to achieve integrated design solutions
• Utilize advanced structural analysis and design software to model complex structural systems

**Project Management**

• Manage the delivery of projects and multidisciplinary design teams with efficiency and decisiveness
• Act as Project Manager or Design Lead on selected projects, taking ownership of outcomes
• Develop comprehensive project programs, resource plans, and fee forecasts
• Monitor project budgets, scope, schedule, and risks proactively, making informed decisions to keep projects on track
• Liaise directly with clients, contractors, regulators, and stakeholders, maintaining transparent and collaborative communication
• Support procurement activities, tender evaluations, and contractor engagement with commercial awareness
• Provide technical support during construction and commissioning phases, including site visits and design reviews

**Leadership & Business Development**

• Mentor and develop junior engineers and technicians, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment
• Undertake technical reviews and provide quality assurance for project deliverables
• Support bid preparation, proposal writing, and business development activities
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes, technical standards, and organizational capabilities
• Champion innovation and sustainability principles in structural design solutions

Qualifications

**Required Qualifications & Experience**

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Chartered Engineer status (PE, PEng, or equivalent professional engineering credential) or demonstrable progress toward achieving chartership
• Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience in structural engineering
• Proven experience delivering infrastructure projects from conception through completion
• Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary engineering projects and teams
• Strong knowledge of reinforced concrete and steel design principles and applications
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software (e.g., SAP2000, ETABS, STAAD.Pro, or similar)
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, buildability considerations, and site logistics
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Valid driver's license and willingness to undertake site visits and field inspections

**Preferred Experience**

• Experience working within design-and-build and engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract environments
• Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) processes and Common Data Environments
• Experience with condition assessments, asset management, and upgrade projects
• Familiarity with various contract forms (NEC, FIDIC, or similar)
• Proven experience managing stakeholder engagement and building strong client relationships
• Background in sustainability-focused design and green infrastructure solutions

**Key Competencies**

• Technical excellence and analytical rigor in structural engineering
• Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills
• Commercial awareness and delivery-focused mindset
• Leadership capability and mentoring aptitude
• Problem-solving and decisive decision-making skills
• Effective communication and collaborative stakeholder management
• Commitment to quality, health and safety compliance, and sustainable design practices
• Resilience and adaptability in dynamic project environments
• Detail-oriented approach with organized work methodology
• Visionary thinking combined with practical implementation capability

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