Lead Structural Engineer (Airport Projects)

WSP in the Middle East is seeking a highly experienced Principal Structural Engineer (Airports) to join our team in Saudi Arabia.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the design and delivery of major airport and aviation infrastructure projects across the Kingdom. We are looking for a structural engineering professional with 15+ years of experience and a proven track record in the design and delivery of large-scale airport terminals, aviation facilities, and associated infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design and delivery of major airport and aviation infrastructure projects across all project stages.
• Provide technical leadership for the design of airport terminals, concourses, support facilities, landside and airside structures.
• Manage multidisciplinary design coordination and interface with internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee the preparation and review of structural calculations, reports, specifications, and design documentation.
• Ensure compliance with project requirements, relevant codes, international standards, and quality management procedures.
• Support project planning, resource allocation, and programme delivery to achieve project objectives.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate structural engineers.
• Participate in design reviews, value engineering exercises, and technical workshops.
• Work closely with project directors and discipline leaders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Support the preparation of technical proposals, bids, and client presentations where required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. Master's degree preferred.
• 15+ years of structural engineering experience, with significant involvement in airport and aviation infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in the design and delivery of airport terminals, aviation facilities, and associated infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience leading structural engineering teams on large multidisciplinary projects.
• Strong knowledge of international structural design codes and standards.
• Experience working within a leading engineering consultancy environment.
• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent professional accreditation would be advantageous.
• Middle East project experience would be beneficial.