Wood is recruiting for a Lead Civil/Structural Designer to join its UAE Business Unit focusing on design & detailing of Civil & Structural works for a Major Onshore Brownfield Project in Dubai, UAE.
This role is a full-time office-based role in Dubai, UAE.
Responsibilities
Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.
Wood is recruiting for a Lead Civil/Structural Designer to join its UAE Business Unit focusing on design & detailing of Civil & Structural works for a Major Onshore Brownfield Project in Dubai, UAE.
This role is a full-time office-based role in Dubai, UAE with travel requirement.
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The role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Civil/Structural Designer to join our UAE Business Unit.
Our Clients and Projects
Designing the future. Transforming the world.
Wood has been awarded an Onshore Project to support an International Client operation by providing Engineering Services plus Project Management, Supply Chain, Construction, Commissioning, EPC Management support both within Iraq and Dubai offices. The Vision of this Contract is to enhance the production by delivering Greenfield and Brownfield modification projects that include new installations as well as a series of modifications to the existing facilities. Team of Engineers and Designers based in Dubai and Basra supports in execution of these projects.
What we can offer
- Meaningful and interesting projects Delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
- Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
- Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
- Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
- Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment.
- Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
- The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
- Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years services of our employees at 5-year service milestones
Key Objectives
General
- Specialist in Design & Detailing of Civil & Structural works of Oil and Gas projects
- Experience on preparation of MTO through XL spread sheet will be a plus point
- Be responsible for assessing effectiveness of working practices and systems with a view to continuously improving systems, personal and team performance
- Identify scope and schedule changes in accordance with the Change Control Process
- Ensure, as far as practically possible, that all assigned work is carried out in compliance with the agreed schedule
- Keep up to date with technical developments
- Prepare estimates and assist in their review
- Maintain good communication with the team and client
- Maintain discipline filing system
- Encourage and provide lateral learning within the project
- Must have hands-on experience in Concrete, Structural steel, Underground drainage & Layout drawing preparation for EPC and FEED projects
Design & Drafting
- Prepare and check civil and structural design drawings including:
- Site layouts, grading, drainage, and earthworks
- Foundations (shallow, deep, pile, and equipment foundations)
- Concrete and steel structures
- Pipe racks, platforms, shelters, and buildings
- Develop 3D models and 2D drawings using industry-standard tools (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, SP3D, Navis).
- Produce design deliverables across Brownfield and Green project phases:
- Concept, FEED, detailed design, and construction support.
Technical Leadership
- Interpret engineering calculations, specifications, design basis, and data sheets and translate them into accurate designs.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to team of designers and drafters.
- Perform checking and review of drawings and models for quality, constructability, clashes, and compliance.
Coordination & Interfaces
- Coordinate with civil, structural, piping, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines.
- Interface with clients on design-related matters.
- For brownfield works, clash free interface management with clear understanding of other discipline scopes
Brownfield and Greenfield Project Support
- Ensure designs comply with WQ1 procedures, project standards, and HSE requirements.
- Support constructability reviews, model reviews, and design workshops.
- Assist with quantity take-offs, material lists, and cost estimates as required.
Quality, Safety & Compliance
- Apply applicable international and local codes and standards (e.g., ACI, AISC, BS, AS, IS).
- Ensure compliance with project QA/QC processes.
- Promote safe design principles and constructability best practices.
- Experience working on brownfield and greenfield projects.
- Carry out work in accordance with Wood and project Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Systems
Qualifications
What makes you remarkable
At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.
Expected:
- Diploma or Associate Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (Bachelor's degree preferred).
Experience:
- 10-15 years of experience in civil and structural design within EPCM / EPC / consultancy environments.
- Proven experience on industrial, oil & gas, power, infrastructure, or mining projects (as applicable).
- Proven experience on Brownfield and Green project projects.
- Proven experience of Leading design teams
