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Job DescriptionOverview

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to support the design review, construction supervision, technical coordination, and delivery of major high-rise residential, commercial, hospitality, mixed-use, and large-scale building developments in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will ensure all structural works are executed in accordance with approved designs, project specifications, Saudi regulations, international standards, and project quality and safety requirements.

• Review and supervise structural construction activities for high-rise and large-scale building projects.
• Ensure structural works are executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, contract requirements, and applicable codes and standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections to verify compliance with approved drawings and quality requirements.
• Review contractor quality records, concrete test results, steel test reports, and inspection documentation.
• Witness critical construction activities including concrete pours, reinforcement inspections, steel erection, and load testing.
• Coordinate with architectural, mechanical, electrical, façade, geotechnical, and construction teams to resolve design and site issues.
• Monitor contractor performance and progress against approved project schedules.
• Review and resolve structural technical queries and construction-related challenges.
• Identify non-conformances and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Participate in design coordination meetings, progress review meetings, and technical workshops.
• Support value engineering initiatives to optimize project costs while maintaining structural integrity and safety.
• Review structural variations, claims, and change requests for technical compliance.
• Ensure implementation of quality assurance and quality control procedures throughout construction.
• Monitor compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements on site.
• Support testing, commissioning, snagging, de-snagging, and project handover activities.
• Review as-built drawings and verify completion of structural works prior to handover.
• Prepare structural inspection reports, technical assessments, and progress reports.
• Assist in defect liability period inspections and closeout activities.

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering from a recognized university.
• Master's Degree in Structural Engineering is preferred.
• Registration with the Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) is preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE), Chartered Engineer (CEng), MIStructE, MICE, or equivalent professional certification is highly desirable.
• PMP certification is an advantage.
• 10 to 15 years of professional Structural Engineering experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience on major high-rise and large-scale building projects.
• Previous Saudi Arabia or GCC experience is highly preferred.
• Experience working with consultants, PMCs, developers, and contractors.
• Demonstrated experience in construction supervision, structural inspections, testing, and project handover.
• Experience reviewing structural calculations, shop drawings, and engineering reports.
• Understanding of structural integrity assessments, constructability reviews, and risk management principles.
• Familiarity with geotechnical reports, soil investigations, and foundation design coordination.

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.

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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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.  

Preferred candidate

Years of experience

No experience required

Degree

Bachelor's degree / higher diploma