Structural (Bridges) Engineer

About Dar and Sidara Group

Dar, a founding member of the Sidara group, is an international multidisciplinary consulting organization. The company specializes in engineering, architecture, planning, environment, project management, facilities management, and economics. Sidara operates in 60 countries with a team of 20,500 professionals. Dar focuses on delivering innovative solutions for complex challenges, managing projects from inception through completion, and empowering communities globally.

The Role of Structural (Bridges) Engineer

Dar is seeking a Structural (Bridges) Engineer to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves inspecting and monitoring structural and bridge works on site to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, standards, and safety requirements. The position focuses on field inspection, documentation, quality assurance, and contractor compliance for structural elements, particularly within roads, bridges, and tunnels projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily site inspections for structural and bridge works, including foundations, substructures, superstructures, and concrete activities.
• Verify that all works comply with approved drawings, specifications, standards, and method statements.
• Check reinforcement placement, formwork, concrete casting, curing, and post-tensioning works.
• Review and verify material deliveries and material approvals prior to installation.
• Monitor structural construction sequences to ensure compliance with the approved plan.
• Witness and document tests, inspections, and mock-ups related to structural elements.
• Report non-conformities and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Review contractor submittals, inspection requests, and site queries (RFIs) and escalate when needed.
• Coordinate with Site Engineers and Quality teams to resolve technical issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations during structural activities.
• Prepare daily inspection reports, photographs, and progress records.
• Attend site meetings and provide updates on inspection findings.
• Support handover procedures and final inspections for structural works.

Experience and Qualifications

Candidates for this position should possess 5-10 years of relevant experience in structural engineering, with a focus on bridges and related infrastructure projects.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, involving regular site inspections and coordination with various project teams.

Application Process

Further details regarding the application process and salary will be disclosed to qualified candidates.