Associate Director - Structural Engineering

Job Purpose

Provide support in overseeing the structural engineering design team, monitoring design stages progress, and planning and providing direction on scope of work for projects in design stages ensuring that works are executed by the consultants as agreed in terms of quality, standards, materials, schedule and cost in order to meet The Red Sea Global's business objectives and requirements.

Job Responsibilities - Leadership

• Assist with the implementation of the annual business plan, and target and execute the strategic agenda of the Buildings and Places function to deliver RSG’s vision and mission. 
• Ensure that the strategy is translated into operational business plans for the Buildings and Places function and monitor the performance and execution of those plans to achieve functional objectives and deliver the company’s strategy. 
• Coordinate the activities of the structural engineering team to ensure that all work is carried out efficiently in line with the strategic project management plans, policies and procedures. 
• Manage the team by setting priorities and objectives, managing performances and providing ongoing feedback and coaching to meet the functional challenges and goals. 
• Serve as a role model to ensure employees’ awareness and commitment to TRSDC’s vision, mission, values, fundamentals and corporate strategy to establish a highly engaged and motivated human resources and continuously improve performance.

Job Responsibilities - Functional

• Supervise and evaluate employees’ performance with continuous feedback on their assigned targets and provide development opportunities to maximize potential and engagement of employees through mentoring, coaching and constructive feedback. Structural Engineering 
• Develop RFPs and tender documents, define metrics and ensure that all the requested details (such as drawings, specifications and raw materials) are clear to avoid any issues or misalignments during work execution. 
• Guide the consultant, monitor subsequent progress against that plan and ensure that corrective action is agreed and implemented at the appropriate level where variations from plan occur.
• Take part in all meetings concerning design and construction, maintain constant awareness to ensure approved requirements regarding site condition, coordinate with design managers, monitor the work to ensure design implementation, give recommendations concerning the construction works, discuss site issues with the consultants and ensure compliance with tender documents and schedule. 
• Participate in meetings with project and design managers, give recommendations, discuss design issues and generate solutions, communicate needs and recommendations. 
• Conduct site inspections and record comments on issues and follow-ups, provide guidance and recommendations to ensure that work is executed in line with the approved design specifications.
• Identify, assess and help mitigate different aspects of risks presented on the project to create preventative risk methods and avoid potential delays and added cost.

Job Responsibilities - Organizational

Policies, Systems, Processes, Procedures, Standards and Reports
• Follow all relevant functional policies, processes, standard operating procedures and instructions to ensure that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
• Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely functional MIS statements and reports to meet corporate and functional requirements, policies and standards.

Safety, Quality and Environment
• Apply safety, quality and environmental management policies, procedures and controls to ensure employee safety, legislative compliance, delivery of high-quality products/service and a responsible environmental attitude.

Continuous Improvement
• Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of the department's systems, processes and practices considering ‘international best practice’, improvement of business processes, cost reduction and productivity improvement.

Job Stakeholders - Internal

Senior stakeholders, Architecture and MEP function Cost, Commercial & Procurement; Others

Job Stakeholders - External

Service providers, vendors, consultants, subcontractors and contractors.

Job Requirements - Qualification & Experience

• Educational Background: A Bachelor’s Degree in Structural Engineering or Civil Engineering with a specialization in Structural Engineering is required. A Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering is highly preferred. 

• Certifications: Must possess Professional Engineer (PE) licensure or an equivalent certification, underscoring a recognized level of professional competence. 

• Experience: A minimum of 15-20 years of relevant experience in structural engineering, including at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial capacity, overseeing complex projects.

• Expertise in project management, design management, and commercial acumen to lead and oversee complex structural projects.

Job Requirements - Skills

Specialized Skills: 

• Demonstrated proficiency in the design of coastal structures and a solid understanding of geotechnical engineering principles, which will be considered a significant advantage. 

• A proven track record in technical project management, including adeptness in evaluating contracts and managing project execution to ensure adherence to specifications and standards. 

• Must have a solid understanding of the processes involved in performing quantity take-offs and preparing bill of quantities. This knowledge is crucial for supporting accurate project cost estimations and budgeting activities

Job Context

The Associate Structural Engineering Director will be based at Project sites and will conduct business trips as needed.