Job Title: Structural Engineer
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking a talented and experienced Structural Engineer to join our Architecture & Design team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in structural design and analysis for F&B, retail, hospitality, fit-out, and commercial projects. This role involves working closely with architects, interior designers, BIM teams, and project managers to deliver safe, efficient, and innovative structural solutions.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting both new developments and renovation projects while ensuring compliance with local and international design standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and analyze structural systems for restaurants, cafés, retail outlets, hospitality, and commercial fit-out projects.
- Prepare structural calculations, design reports, construction drawings, and technical specifications.
- Coordinate with architects, interior designers, MEP engineers, and BIM teams to ensure seamless project execution.
- Review architectural layouts and provide practical structural solutions during design development.
- Perform structural assessments for renovation, refurbishment, and fit-out projects.
- Review contractor shop drawings, material submittals, and structural calculations.
- Conduct site inspections to ensure structural works are executed according to approved drawings and specifications.
- Ensure compliance with local building codes, international standards, and safety regulations.
- Support project planning, cost optimization, and value engineering initiatives.
- Resolve technical issues and provide engineering support throughout the project lifecycle.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a specialization in Structural Engineering (Master's degree is an advantage).
- 5–10 years of experience in structural engineering.
- Proven experience in F&B, restaurant, café, retail, hospitality, commercial, and fit-out projects.
- Strong knowledge of reinforced concrete, steel structures, and structural modifications for interior fit-outs.
- Proficiency in structural design software such as ETABS, SAFE, STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, and AutoCAD.
- Experience coordinating with BIM teams and working in Revit is highly preferred.
- Strong understanding of Saudi Building Code (SBC), international design standards, and construction practices.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- GCC experience, particularly in Saudi Arabia, is highly preferred.
Key Competencies
- Structural Design & Analysis
- F&B & Retail Projects
- Hospitality & Commercial Developments
- Fit-Out & Interior Structural Modifications
- Reinforced Concrete & Steel Structures
- BIM Coordination
- Construction Documentation
- Site Inspection & Quality Control
- Value Engineering
- Technical Problem Solving
- Project Coordination
- Building Codes & Compliance
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work on premium hospitality, retail, and F&B projects.
- Collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Career growth and professional development opportunities.
Ideal Candidate Background
We are looking for Structural Engineers with experience in architecture, design, fit-out, hospitality, retail, and F&B projects, preferably from leading architectural consultancies, engineering firms, or fit-out contractors. Candidates who have worked on restaurants, cafés, coffee chains, retail outlets, hotels, and commercial interiors, with expertise in structural coordination and fit-out solutions, will be highly preferred.
