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Senior Structural/Bridges Engineer

Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Structural Engineer (Site Operations) with extensive experience in site operations, particularly in high-rise tower projects in the UAE. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural engineering, coupled with hands-on experience in site supervision and design coordination. This role offers a unique opportunity to play a key leadership role in ensuring the structural integrity and success of iconic projects in the region.

Your role

Site Operations Management

  • Oversee all aspects of structural site operations for road and infrastructure projects, including bridges, interchanges, culverts, retaining walls, underpasses, tunnels, and associated structures.
  • Coordinate closely with contractors, subcontractors, utilities, and stakeholders to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, safety standards, and project schedules.

Site Supervision with Design Experience

  • Lead site supervision activities, conducting regular inspections to monitor construction progress, workmanship quality, and adherence to engineering standards.
  • Provide on‑site technical support to resolve structural, constructability, and methodology issues arising during construction.

Road & Infrastructure Project Expertise

  • Apply in‑depth knowledge of road and highway infrastructure, including reinforced concrete and prestressed structures, earth‑retaining systems, and temporary works.
  • Ensure structural solutions are optimized for constructability, durability, and long‑term performance under traffic and environmental loads.

Design Coordination

  • Act as the key interface between site and design teams.
  • Review and coordinate structural drawings, calculations, method statements, shop drawings, and material submittals to ensure alignment with project and authority requirements.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

  • Implement and maintain robust quality assurance and quality control measures.
  • Ensure compliance with UAE and international design codes, project specifications, and authority approvals.
  • Identify, report, and help resolve non‑conformities promptly.

Team Leadership

  • Lead and mentor junior engineers, inspectors, and site staff.
  • Promote a strong culture of safety, technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement on site.
Cities & development Construction

Location

Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-154226

Salary range

-

About you

Requirements

  • Bachelor'S or Master's degree in Civil / Structural Engineering or related field.
  • 15+ years of experience in structural engineering, with a strong focus on site operations for road and infrastructure projects.
  • Proven experience in UAE road projects, preferably with leading consultancies or major infrastructure programs.
  • Strong knowledge of structural systems related to highways, bridges, interchanges, and associated infrastructure.
  • Proficiency in relevant structural design software and international/UAE codes and standards.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced site environment.

Mandatory

  • Site operations experience.
  • Consultancy experience.

Desirable

  • PMP or similar project management certification
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

  • Tax-free salary.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • Medical insurance.
  • Annual leave balance.
  • Company gratuity scheme.
  • Discretionary bonus program.
  • Annual flight contribution.
  • Transportation & housing allowances.
  • Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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