Senior Structural Engineer

Job description

SMEC, part of SJ Group, is looking for a Senior Structural Engineer in Dhaka to support the international Structural Engineer across the design and implementation stages. The role assists with the structural design of functional and residential buildings, platforms, platform sheds, foot over bridges and related structures for the proposed project components.

The engineer helps prepare detailed drawings, specifications, BOQs and rate analyses with the Team Leader, Deputy Team Leader and other technical experts, coordinates building-related works across components, and consults the Employer on design matters, so that structures are safe, durable and compliant with national codes and local conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the structural analysis and design of buildings, platforms, platform sheds, foot over bridges and related structures
• Collect and review local data, including soil conditions, material availability and construction practices, and apply national structural codes and standards
• Assist in preparing detailed structural drawings and technical specifications
• Prepare BOQ items and quantities for all buildings and structures, and carry out rate analyses using current local market rates and national schedules
• Assist the international Structural Engineer in organising the daily work of experts and staff on building-related works
• Coordinate with architectural, civil, electrical and other staff across components

Requirements

• Graduation in Civil or Structural Engineering or equivalent relevant subject
• 15 years' total professional experience, preferably 8 years in the railway field
• 5 years' experience in similar feasibility study and design consultancy, preferably 5 years in a similar position

Skills

• BOQ Preparation
• Rate Analysis
• Structural Analysis
• Structural Design