Civil Structural Engineer

About the Role

Dar Al Riyadh Consultants is seeking a Civil Structural Engineer to supervise civil and structural works for the renovation of a high-rise, five-star hotel in Medina. This full-time role involves ensuring compliance with building codes and project specifications, overseeing various structural modifications, and coordinating with multiple disciplines. The position requires a minimum of 10 years of experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise civil and structural works, ensuring compliance with approved drawings, project specifications, Saudi Building Code requirements, and safety procedures.
• Oversee selective demolition, core drilling, slab openings, structural modifications, and additions to existing reinforced-concrete structures.
• Review structural shop drawings, method statements, demolition sequences, temporary works, shoring designs, and propping calculations.
• Evaluate concrete repair proposals, structural strengthening details, material submittals, and technical calculations.
• Supervise concrete repair, crack injection, carbon-fibre-reinforced polymer wrapping, steel strengthening, and structural retrofitting works.
• Verify structural load paths and load transfers prior to approving demolition, modification, or strengthening activities.
• Monitor the condition and behavior of the existing structure during heavy renovation works.
• Conduct structural condition assessments and coordinate surveys of existing structural elements.
• Witness non-destructive testing, concrete core testing, load testing, and other structural investigations.
• Monitor building movement, settlement, deflection, vibration, and foundation stability as required.
• Coordinate structural works with architectural, MEP, facade, interior design, and specialist installations.
• Resolve conflicts between existing structural conditions, as-built information, and proposed renovation works.
• Conduct site inspections, identify non-compliant work, and monitor corrective actions.
• Coordinate with the Structural Designer of Record and specialist strengthening contractors on technical issues.
• Review structural as-built drawings, testing records, warranties, and handover documentation.
• Report structural risks, safety concerns, technical issues, and progress delays to the Project Manager.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering from an accredited university.
• Valid Saudi Council of Engineers registration is mandatory.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in structural engineering and construction supervision.
• Proven experience in high-rise structural retrofitting, major building renovations, and concrete remediation.
• Strong experience in selective demolition, structural modifications, temporary works, shoring, and propping systems.
• Practical knowledge of concrete repair, crack injection, CFRP strengthening, steel retrofitting, and slab modifications.
• Strong understanding of structural load paths, load transfers, reinforced-concrete behavior, and foundation stability.
• Experience conducting structural condition surveys and supervising non-destructive testing.
• Strong knowledge of the Saudi Building Code and applicable structural, seismic, and wind-design requirements.
• Previous experience working with an engineering consultancy or construction supervision consultant.

Technical Skills

• Ability to review structural drawings, technical calculations, demolition plans, and strengthening proposals.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, structural analysis software, and BIM coordination.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in brownfield, occupied, or operational building renovation projects.
• Experience in Madinah Central Area or similarly congested and sensitive locations.

Application Process

Candidates who meet the above requirements are encouraged to apply. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.