Senior Steel Structural Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all steel structure engineering activities from design coordination through fabrication, erection, and project completion.
• Review structural steel drawings, shop drawings, fabrication drawings, and engineering calculations for compliance with project specifications and applicable codes.
• Coordinate with consultants, architects, structural engineers, and project teams to resolve technical issues and design discrepancies.
• Plan and monitor steel fabrication, delivery, erection, and installation schedules to meet project milestones.
• Supervise site execution of structural steel works, ensuring compliance with approved method statements, drawings, and safety requirements.
• Conduct technical reviews, inspections, and quality checks on fabricated and installed steel structures.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and fabricators to ensure timely material procurement and production.
• Review and approve material submissions, technical submissions, method statements, and inspection test plans (ITPs).
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement corrective actions to minimise delays.
• Manage Requests for Information (RFIs), technical queries, site instructions, and engineering changes.
• Ensure compliance with Singapore standards, BCA requirements, project specifications, and relevant international codes.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Site Engineers, Junior Engineers, and Coordinators.
• Support project meetings and prepare engineering reports, progress updates, and technical documentation.
• Assist the Project Manager in achieving project objectives related to quality, cost, safety, and programme.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience in structural steel engineering within the construction industry.
• Proven experience in managing steel structure works for high-rise buildings, industrial facilities, infrastructure, or large-scale commercial developments.
• Strong knowledge of structural steel design, fabrication, welding, bolting, erection, and temporary works.
• Familiar with Singapore construction standards, BCA requirements, and international design codes such as Eurocode, BS, or AISC.
• Proficient in reviewing structural drawings, shop drawings, fabrication drawings, and engineering calculations.
• Experience coordinating with consultants, steel fabricators, specialist subcontractors, and site construction teams.
• Good understanding of structural analysis software and engineering applications such as STAAD.Pro, ETABS, Tekla Structures, AutoCAD, or similar software.
• Strong problem-solving, planning, coordination, and technical decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Able to work independently under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.