Design Manager - Structures (Across Locations)

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is the largest engineering and design consultancy in the UK, the largest multidisciplinary consultancy in Europe, and one of the largest design firms in the world.

Our Water Operations team is one of the largest in the UK. Our clients include high-profile utility companies, local authorities, and independent businesses.

Due to expanding workload in the United Kingdom and the Middle East, we have an excellent career development opportunity for an enthusiastic Civil Engineer to join our Capital Delivery Solutions team in our Global Design Centre in Pune, India.

We are hiring a Senior Structural Engineer for our Bangalore office, responsible for managing and reviewing all structural engineering designs related to site operations in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Saudi Arabia.

Your role

• Risk Management: Identify structural risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Design Review Leadership: Lead reviews of structural designs, shop drawings, and consultant submissions.
• Site Operations Oversight: Remotely monitor Middle East sites for compliance with approved designs and standards.
• RFI Management: Respond to RFIs from contractors and consultants promptly and accurately.
• Subconsultant Coordination: Review and integrate design inputs from subconsultants for consistency and quality.
• Variation Orders: Evaluate and recommend on structural variation orders and change requests.
• Technical Guidance: Resolve complex engineering issues and advise project teams.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to international and local building codes and standards.
• Liaison with Authorities: Coordinate with Middle East regulatory bodies for approvals and inspections.
• Reporting: Prepare technical reports and progress updates for internal and client stakeholders.

Required Code Knowledge:

• International Codes:
• ACI / ASCE
• IBC – International Building Code

Middle East Local Codes & Standards:

• UAE Building Code
• Saudi Building Code
• Dubai Municipality Structural Guidelines
• Abu Dhabi DPM Standards

About you

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• 15–20 years of experience in structural engineering, with significant site-based exposure in the Middle East.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale projects in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or Saudi Arabia.
• Proficiency in structural analysis software (ETABS, SAFE, RAMConcepts).
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Professional registration (PE, Chartered Engineer) preferred.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience with international consultants and contractors.
• Familiarity with high-rise, infrastructure, and entertainment projects.
• Ability to manage remote teams and coordinate across geographies.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus.

Reward & benefits

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

This includes:

• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.

• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.

• Generous annual leave balance.

• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.

• Remote work opportunities outside of country.

• Company gratuity scheme.

• Discretionary bonus program.

• Relocation assistance.

• 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.

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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