Lead Structural Engineer

Company Description

Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

Job Description

1) Qualifications

• Typically 10+ years of experience and a qualified Engineer.

2) Business Development

• Begin building a network of contacts.
• Act as ambassadors for the company.

3) Project Role

• Maintain management and financial awareness.
• Represent the practice at the project level.
• Demonstrate responsibility for projects.
• Manage the design and construction stages of projects.
• Supervise a small team of engineers and technicians.
• Typically assume the role of Project Engineer on projects of various sizes, with the potential to act as a Design Engineer on larger, more complex projects.
• Responsible for delivering work within the agreed fee with the Project Manager.
• Core responsibilities include:
  • Delivering tasks on time and within the agreed fee.
  • Ensuring task profitability and quality.
  • Preparing client/project proposals.
  • Presenting to clients.
  • Negotiating fee proposals and requesting additional fees when possible.
  • Building project teams using internal and external resources.
  • Procuring project resources and planning projects.
  • Achieving 95% chargeable time.

4) Company Role

• Understand the company’s business plan, mission statement, and key challenges.
• Contribute to the development of company procedures by actively participating in task groups.
• Attend team meetings and actively engage in the development of team procedures.
• Review and provide feedback on company procedures through the feedback system.
• Apply policies relating to health & safety, quality, and training.

5) Engineering Function

• Agree on design philosophy and fundamentals.
• Review and comment on deliverables from Engineers & Technicians at key stages of a project.
• Demonstrate comprehensive technical competence.
• Possess knowledge of concept design, buildability, detailed design, construction techniques, procurement routes, risk assessments, and claim assessments.
• Have knowledge of analytical concepts.
• Responsible for Quality Management (QA) within the team.
• Be familiar with CAD standards and 3D working.

6) HSEQ Responsibilities

• Understand, implement, and follow WME HSEQ policies.
• Implement and coordinate HSEQ procedures in the workplace.
• Report any HSEQ incidents immediately to the WME HSEQ Department and legal authorities, if necessary.
• Comply with Client/Contractor HSEQ requirements and complete site inductions before mobilizing to sites.

7) Behavioral Expectations

• Be skilled in influencing and motivating staff and clients.
• Lead by example, demonstrating compliance with company procedures and policies, while operating within company controls.
• Address problems proactively, providing solutions instead of criticism.

8) Competencies

• Business Awareness
• Problem Solving
• Team Collaboration
• Relationship Building
• Developing Self & Others
• Persuading and Influencing
• Effective Communication and Presenting
• Delivering Results
• Performance Improvement

Qualifications

Typically 10+ years of experience and a qualified Engineer.