Structural Engineer at Sahara Group

Job Description

Accountabilities

• Undertake technical and feasibility studies and site investigations and preparation of structural drawings

• Preparation of project related specifications and standards and monitoring project execution to ensure strict compliance with all quality requirements.

• Perform engineering design calculations and prepare sketches as required on assigned projects.

• Develop proposals, manage tendering processes and supervise contractors on site.

• Manage project scope and changes in line with the company’s Change Control Procedure

• Demonstrate safety leadership, take full cognizance of all health, safety and environment issues on sites and ensure alignment with the company’s HSSE policy.

• Manage projects to ensure completion on time and within budget.

• Identify project risks and develop mitigating factors.

• Review and approve project drawings in compliance with all local and international codes and standards.

• Attend project progress monitoring meetings, monitor, and prepare detailed reports

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of relevant legal regulations for building construction.

• Construction Management

• Contract administration

• Conflict management/resolution

• Negotiation skills

• Excellent reporting skills

• Time Management skills

• Excellent Leadership skills

• Commercially astute and experience in managing multiple concurrent projects simultaneously

• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills and a keen eye for details

• AutoCAD

Minimum Qualification

• B. Eng in Civil Engineering.

• 5+ years of cognate experience in a similar role.

• Conversant with relevant international standards and local building codes/practice

• Solid experience working in the design and construction of luxury residential and commercial buildings as a contractor or consultant