About this role
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.
• 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.
• 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.