About this role
With more than 14000 people around the globe, GHD is one of the world’s leading professional services companies operating in the global markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation. Serving clients across five continents and the Pacific region, GHD people share a passion for exceeding the expectations of our clients and contributing to their success.
About the Role :
Team Leader – Structural Engineer
GHD is seeking an experienced and dynamic Team Leader – Structural Engineer to join our growing team in the UAE. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a talented group of structural engineers, drive the delivery of innovative and sustainable solutions, and play a key role in some of the region’s most significant multidisciplinary projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of structural engineers and designers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
- Oversee the structural design and delivery of large-scale projects across commercial, residential, institutional, and mixed-use developments.
- Ensure all designs comply with relevant international codes and local authority requirements.
- Manage project resources, schedules, and budgets to ensure timely and high-quality delivery.
- Coordinate with clients, architects, and other engineering disciplines to achieve integrated project outcomes.
- Prepare technical reports, design documentation, and authority submissions.
- Support business development, proposals, and work-winning activities in collaboration with the leadership team.
- Promote knowledge sharing, innovation, and continuous improvement within the team.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Master’s preferred).
- Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership is highly desirable.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in structural engineering design and project delivery, with at least 3 years in a leadership or team management role.
- Proven track record in consultancy environments and multidisciplinary project coordination.
- Strong technical knowledge of structural systems, materials, and current engineering technologies.
- Excellent communication and client management skills.
- Proficiency in structural analysis and design software (e.g., ETABS, SAFE, SAP2000, Revit).
- Experience in Middle East projects is essential.
Take on some of the world's toughest challenges- with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.
At GHD, we celebrate the power of a multicultural workforce and champion individual achievement. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to providing fair and inclusive employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees—regardless of background, identity, or experience. We believe that diversity drives innovation, and we welcome the unique perspectives that each team member brings to our organization.
Other facts
About GHD Group Pty Ltd
We are committed to addressing the world’s biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and communities.
GHD is a global network of multi-disciplinary professionals providing clients with integrated solutions through engineering, environmental, design and construction expertise. Our future-focused, innovative approaches connect and support communities around the world, resiliency and sustainability for generations to come.
Established in 1928, we remain wholly owned by our people. We are 10,000+ diverse and skilled individuals connected by over 200 offices, across five continents – Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America, and the Pacific region.
See our list of office locations and contact numbers in ghd.com/en/about-ghd/office-locations
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GHD reconnaît et comprend que le monde est en constante évolution. Nous sommes engagés à résoudre les plus grands défis mondiaux dans les secteurs de l’eau, de l’énergie et de l’urbanisation.
Nous sommes une entreprise de services professionnels dotée d’une expertise de pointe en ingénierie, en construction et en architecture. Nos démarches avant-gardistes et innovatrices rapprochent et soutiennent les communautés à l’échelle mondiale. En livrant d’excellents résultats sociaux et économiques, nous visons à bâtir des relations durables avec nos partenaires et nos clients.
Fondée en 1928, GHD appartient entièrement à ses employés Nous sommes plus de 10 000 employés diversifiés et qualifiés dans plus de 200 bureaux et sur cinq continents : Amérique du Nord et Amérique du Sud, Asie, Australie et Europe, ainsi que dans la région du Pacifique.
Apprenez-en davantage sur nous à ghd.com
What you'll do
- Lead and mentor a team of structural engineers while overseeing the design and delivery of large-scale projects. Ensure compliance with international codes and manage project resources for timely delivery.
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