Senior Civil Engineer - Bridges

Inhabit is a unique, multi-disciplinary team of professionals who are passionate about making a positive contribution to our built environment. We are a collective of experienced architects, designers, engineers amongst other professions who work both independently and in partnership to form a holistic approach to the services that we offer. We believe that our respective areas of expertise can be integrated to allow seamless interdisciplinary synergy to create buildings that are more relevant to our evolving society.

The Structural Engineer will be responsible for managing, inspecting, evaluating and coordinating all structural engineering activities associated with the facilities.

The role includes structural inspections, corrective maintenance, repair works, technical assessments, method statement reviews, contractor coordination, quality control and preparation of engineering documentation required for submission to the Client, Consultant and relevant authorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed structural inspections of steel bridge elements, box girders, pontoons, machinery pits, concrete structures, access platforms, ladders, supports and associated bridge components.
• Identify structural defects, deterioration, corrosion, cracking, deformation, water leakage, coating failures, concrete spalling and other maintenance-related issues.
• Prepare inspection reports, technical assessments, condition reports and repair recommendations.
• Develop and review repair methodologies for structural steel, reinforced concrete, bridge components and marine structures.
• Review structural drawings, shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, inspection and test plans, risk assessments and technical calculations.
• Coordinate corrective maintenance and planned maintenance work orders from initiation through execution, inspection, approval and closure.
• Monitor the progress of structural work orders and ensure that activities are completed within the approved programme.
• Supervise structural repair works, including steel plate replacement, welding repairs, strengthening, crack repair, concrete repair, grouting, protective coating and anti-carbonation coating.
• Review welding procedures, WPS, PQR, welder qualifications and NDT requirements.
• Verify structural steel fabrication, erection, dimensional accuracy, bolt tightening, welding quality and surface preparation.
• Coordinate non-destructive testing, including ultrasonic testing, magnetic particle testing, dye penetrant testing and thickness measurements.
• Review material test certificates and ensure compliance with approved specifications and applicable standards.
• Prepare technical proposals, repair sketches, scope of work, bills of quantities and cost estimates for corrective maintenance activities.
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and PLC/SCADA engineers where structural works interface with bridge operating systems.
• Liaise with the Client, Consultant, specialist subcontractors, suppliers and internal project teams.
• Attend site meetings, technical coordination meetings, inspections and progress-review meetings.
• Prepare technical presentations and progress reports for submission to the Client.
• Ensure all works comply with approved drawings, specifications, quality requirements, safety procedures and project standards.
• Maintain proper engineering records, inspection reports, photographs, test reports, approvals and work-order closure documentation.
• Support emergency inspections and urgent structural assessments whenever required.
• Assist the Project Manager in programme monitoring, resource planning, risk identification and recovery planning.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from a recognized university.
• Professional engineering certification or chartered status is preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of overall structural engineering experience .
• Minimum 4 years of practical experience in bridge, marine, infrastructure or heavy structural-steel projects.
• Minimum 5 years of UAE experience is preferred.
• Previous experience with RTA projects, bridge maintenance or movable bridge systems will be an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong practical and site-execution knowledge.
• Ability to independently assess structural defects and recommend suitable repair solutions.
• Strong technical-report writing and documentation skills.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple work orders and priorities.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and standard Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with structural-analysis software will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of Maximo or similar computerized maintenance-management systems will be beneficial.
• Strong commitment to quality, safety and timely completion of works.