Design Manager - Structural

Responsibilities

• Lead and review structural design deliverables including calculations, drawings, and technical reports
• Coordinate with design consultants, PMC, and client representatives on structural engineering matters
• Review IFC drawings, shop drawings, and method statements for structural works
• Ensure compliance with Abu Dhabi DMT/ADM requirements, Estidama, and Civil Defence regulations
• Apply international codes and standards such as ACI, BS, Eurocodes, and ASTM
• Provide technical support to site teams and resolve structural design and construction issues
• Review and respond to RFIs, technical queries, and design clarifications
• Participate in design coordination and value engineering exercises
• Support authority submissions and approvals related to structural works
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Minimum 15 years of experience as a Structural Engineer
• Significant exposure in a design consultancy
• Proven experience on projects in Abu Dhabi or UAE
• Strong knowledge of structural analysis and design for concrete and steel structures
• Familiarity with UAE construction practices and authority approval processes
• Ability to work closely with contractors, PMC, and multidisciplinary teams

About the Company

Nova International General Contracting is a well established UAE-based company dedicated to delivering excellence in general contracting and construction, specialized in executing branded residences.