PMC Senior Structural Engineer

Role Overview

We are offering a compelling opportunity for an experienced PMC Senior Structural Engineer with a demonstrated history of overseeing and managing all facets of structural engineering throughout the project lifecycle. This position ensures that structural designs, construction, and installations adhere to safety protocols, efficiency metrics, project specifications, applicable codes, standards, and client criteria. Serving as the PMC’s technical authority on structural engineering, the role provides expert guidance to EPC contractors and project teams for a high-profile client.

Company and Project Context

Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies division is renowned for delivering complex projects globally within upstream and midstream oil and gas, gas-to-liquids, and decarbonization initiatives. The company is committed to steady delivery excellence and spearheading transformative projects that drive sustainable power solutions for future generations.

Key Objective

The primary goal is to lead and supervise all structural engineering efforts, ensuring designs and constructions are safe, compliant, reliable, and meet project quality, cost, and scheduling targets.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and review all structural engineering tasks performed by EPC contractors, consultants, and vendors.
• Ensure all activities comply with project specifications, client standards, international codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Approve structural design calculations, reports, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Validate integrity and designs of structural steel systems, reinforced concrete, foundations, pipe racks, equipment supports, and industrial facilities.
• Assess structural analyses for various loadings including seismic, wind, blast, transportation, thermal, and operational.
• Participate in HAZOP, constructability reviews, 3D model assessments, value engineering, and technical workshops.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary integration with Civil, Mechanical, Piping, Process, Electrical, Instrumentation, and HSE disciplines.
• Evaluate and endorse technical bids, vendor submissions, and material specifications related to structural components.
• Oversee structural fabrication, construction, and installation to ensure compliance with approved plans and quality standards.
• Provide technical support to resolve structural engineering challenges during construction and commissioning.
• Approve field modifications, design deviations, technical queries, and engineering change requests.
• Implement and ensure adherence to QA/QC protocols for structural work.
• Review inspection and test plans, welding procedures, material certifications, and inspection reports.
• Monitor contractor performance ensuring safety, schedule adherence, and budget compliance.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from a recognized institution; a Master’s in Structural Engineering is advantageous.
• Over 15 years of structural engineering experience in Oil & Gas, LNG, Petrochemical, Refinery, Offshore, Power, or major Industrial projects.
• At least 5 years in senior roles within PMC, EPC, or large-scale construction projects.
• Comprehensive understanding of international codes and standards such as ACI, AISC, BS, Eurocodes, ASCE, API, UBC, and ISO.

Benefits and Work Culture

• Engage in meaningful projects delivered to leading clients in the energy sector.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across the organization.
• Competitive salary packages with regular market-aligned reviews.
• Comprehensive medical insurance covering inpatient and outpatient care.
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance coverage.
• End of Service gratuity according to UAE Labor Law.
• Employee Share Plan offering company share purchase matching.
• Recognition through Long Service Awards at five-year milestones.
• Tailored professional development plans.
• Access to a global network of industry experts shaping the profession.
• Opportunity to join the Energy Transition Academy for exposure to emerging energy systems.

Company Overview and Diversity Commitment

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering, and operations for energy and materials sectors with around 33,000 employees across approximately 50 countries. The company supports clients over the full asset lifecycle while focusing on safety, resilience, and a lower carbon future. Wood is part of Sidara, a global partnership of multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management firms.

Wood practices equal opportunity employment, valuing diversity and welcome applicants regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.