Summary
Dar Al Riyadh is seeking a structural bridges and tunnels subject matter expert for a project in Riyadh. The role provides technical authority for structural works and reviews designs, calculations, specifications, construction compliance, and quality procedures. It also supports technical issue resolution, tender evaluations, project coordination, and close-out, while mentoring junior structural engineers. Applicants need a degree in Structural or Civil Engineering, at least 15 years of relevant experience, PMC or consultancy experience, and knowledge of international design codes.
The posting
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Responsibilities:
- Act as the technical authority for all bridge and tunnel structural works on the project
- Review and approve design drawings, calculations, specifications, and technical reports
- Ensure compliance with international standards, local codes, and client requirements
- Provide expert input on complex structural systems, including bridges, tunnels, underpasses, and interchanges
- Support the PMC team during construction, design changes, and technical issue resolution
- Review and respond to technical queries (TQs), RFIs, and NCRs related to structural works
- Participate in constructability reviews, value engineering, and risk assessments
- Coordinate with civil, geotechnical, utilities, and construction teams to ensure interface alignment
- Attend and contribute to technical workshops, coordination meetings, and design reviews
- Monitor contractor compliance with approved designs and method statements
- Provide guidance on temporary works, staging, and traffic management impacts related to structures
- Support tender evaluations from a technical and constructability perspective
- Assist in resolving claims and disputes related to structural design or construction issues
- Review inspection, testing, and quality control procedures for bridges and tunnels
- Support project close-out activities, including as-built reviews and handover documentation
- Mentor and advise junior structural engineers within the PMC team
Essential Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering
- Minimum 15 years of experience, with strong expertise in bridges and tunnel projects
- Proven experience working within a PMC or consultancy environment
- Strong knowledge of international design codes (AASHTO, Eurocodes, BS, etc.)
- Experience with major infrastructure and road projects in the GCC or Saudi Arabia preferred
- Excellent technical judgment, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills