Structures Lead (Construction Supervision)

AECOM · Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi · Ref: 01102602

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Employer posting date: 1 Oct 2026

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Job details

Company
AECOM
Location
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Employment
Full Time
Work model
Onsite
Department
Engineering
Seniority
Associate
Experience
20

Job overview

AECOM is recruiting a Structures Lead (Construction Supervision) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Official vacancy J10149464 is a management appointment within Engineering, with responsibility drawn from the employer's active job description.

Role purpose: We are seeking a Structures Lead, to join a large scale project in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

Management responsibilities: In this role, you will oversee all aspects of structural steel construction projects, ensuring quality workmanship, adherence to safety standards, and timely project completion.; You will lead a team of skilled professionals and coordinate with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver exceptional results on complex heavy steel construction sites.; Supervise and manage all structural steel erection and fabrication activities on-site, ensuring compliance with project specifications and engineering drawings; Lead, mentor, and coordinate a team of site personnel, including steel workers, inspectors, and support staff, while fostering a culture of safety and excellence; Conduct daily site inspections and quality control checks to verify structural integrity, welding standards, and material specifications; Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, progress reports, and documentation to track milestones and deliverables; Implement and enforce comprehensive safety protocols, conduct safety briefings, and ensure all personnel adhere to local UAE regulations and international construction standards; Analyze project requirements and identify potential challenges, developing effective solutions to maintain project momentum and budget efficiency; Coordinate with design engineers, project managers, and clients to address technical issues and ensure seamless project execution; Manage equipment, machinery, and material inventory on-site, optimizing resource allocation and minimizing waste; Maintain accurate records of daily activities, incidents, inspections, and corrective actions; Communicate effectively with all stakeholders regarding project status, risks, and performance metrics;

Candidate requirements: Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.; Minimum 20 years of experience in structural engineering and construction management, with at least 5 years in a managerial role leading the construction supervision of residential or retail projects.; Proven expertise in heavy steel project management and on-site coordination; Strong knowledge of structural steel fabrication, erection techniques, and welding standards; Comprehensive understanding of UAE construction regulations, safety codes, and international building standards;

Workplace and engagement: Full Time, onsite, based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Official employer vacancy J10149464.

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Responsibilities

  • In this role, you will oversee all aspects of structural steel construction projects, ensuring quality workmanship, adherence to safety standards, and timely project completion.
  • You will lead a team of skilled professionals and coordinate with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver exceptional results on complex heavy steel construction sites.
  • Supervise and manage all structural steel erection and fabrication activities on-site, ensuring compliance with project specifications and engineering drawings
  • Lead, mentor, and coordinate a team of site personnel, including steel workers, inspectors, and support staff, while fostering a culture of safety and excellence
  • Conduct daily site inspections and quality control checks to verify structural integrity, welding standards, and material specifications
  • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, progress reports, and documentation to track milestones and deliverables
  • Implement and enforce comprehensive safety protocols, conduct safety briefings, and ensure all personnel adhere to local UAE regulations and international construction standards
  • Analyze project requirements and identify potential challenges, developing effective solutions to maintain project momentum and budget efficiency
  • Coordinate with design engineers, project managers, and clients to address technical issues and ensure seamless project execution
  • Manage equipment, machinery, and material inventory on-site, optimizing resource allocation and minimizing waste
  • Maintain accurate records of daily activities, incidents, inspections, and corrective actions
  • Communicate effectively with all stakeholders regarding project status, risks, and performance metrics

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
  • Minimum 20 years of experience in structural engineering and construction management, with at least 5 years in a managerial role leading the construction supervision of residential or retail projects.
  • Proven expertise in heavy steel project management and on-site coordination
  • Strong knowledge of structural steel fabrication, erection techniques, and welding standards
  • Comprehensive understanding of UAE construction regulations, safety codes, and international building standards
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Skills

  • Project management
  • Construction management
  • Contract management
  • Quality management
  • Design management
  • Stakeholder management
  • Risk management
  • Technical leadership
  • Team leadership

Salary and benefits

  • At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
  • About AECOM
  • AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
  • AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water.

About AECOM

Work with Us. Change the World. ; At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.; There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the.

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