Summary
Dar Al Riyadh is seeking a Structural Engineer for bridges, tunnels, and related road structures on a PMC infrastructure project in Riyadh. The role reviews structural designs and construction works, coordinates with other engineering disciplines, and checks compliance with project requirements, international standards, and authority requirements. Duties include monitoring bridge and tunnel construction, reviewing inspections and test results, resolving technical issues, and maintaining compliance records and progress reports. Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and have at least 12 years of relevant infrastructure experience; PMC or consultancy experience is preferred.
The posting
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Structural Engineer (Bridges & Tunnels) will be responsible for reviewing, managing, and supervising all structural engineering works related to bridges, tunnels, and associated road structures for a PMC infrastructure project. The role ensures that designs and construction activities comply with project specifications, international standards, and client and authority requirements, with a strong focus on safety, durability, and constructability.
Responsibilities
- Review and approve structural designs, drawings, calculations, specifications, and method statements submitted by contractors.
- Ensure structural designs are coordinated with geotechnical, road, drainage, architectural, MEP, ITS, and tunnel systems.
- Verify compliance with international standards (AASHTO, Eurocodes, BS, ASTM) and local authority requirements.
- Review structural systems for bridges including foundations, piers, abutments, decks, bearings, expansion joints, and parapets.
- Monitor construction of in-situ and precast concrete structures, steel structures, and post-tensioning systems.
- Ensure durability, load capacity, and long-term performance of bridge structures.
- Review and supervise tunnel structural works including excavation support systems, segmental linings, in-situ linings, shotcrete, waterproofing, and grouting.
- Coordinate with geotechnical engineers to ensure ground support and lining systems are appropriate for site conditions.
- Ensure compliance with tunnel safety, fire resistance, and durability requirements.
- Monitor construction works to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Review inspection requests, test results, and non-conformance reports (NCRs) and verify corrective actions.
- Provide technical support during critical construction stages and temporary works.
- Liaise with contractors, designers, authorities, and the client on structural engineering matters.
- Resolve structural design and construction issues in a timely manner.
- Attend technical meetings, workshops, and site inspections.
- Maintain records of design approvals, inspections, testing, and compliance documentation.
- Prepare periodic reports on structural progress, risks, and technical issues.
- Support authority approvals, audits, and client reporting requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil / Structural Engineering.
- Minimum 12 years of experience in structural engineering for major infrastructure projects.
- Proven experience on roads, bridges, and tunnel projects.
- PMC or consultancy experience is strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of bridge and tunnel structural systems and construction methods.
- Familiarity with international design codes and standards.
- Excellent coordination, communication, and technical reporting skills.