Structural Design Engineer-Karachi @ AKAH Pakistan

Job Summary

Role and Responsibilities:

• Independently review, check, and verify structural analysis, design calculations, models, and drawings prepared by external Structural Consultants.
• Ensure structural designs comply with the prevailing Building Code of Pakistan (BCP), IBC, ACI, ASCE, and other applicable structural and seismic codes/standards.
• Independently perform structural analysis and model verification using ETABS, SAFE, SAP2000, or equivalent structural design software.
• Review and verify the design of key structural elements, including foundations, columns, beams, slabs, shear walls, retaining walls, and steel structures.
• Possess strong working knowledge of structural detailing and coordinate/follow up with CAD Technicians for preparation and finalization of structural drawings.
• Verify dead, live, seismic, wind, snow loads and applicable load combinations, particularly considering the seismic and climatic conditions of the Program Area.
• Review structural designs for safety, constructability, economy, and optimization, and recommend appropriate value-engineering solutions.
• Review geotechnical/soil investigation reports and ensure that appropriate foundation systems and design parameters are incorporated into the structural design.
• Coordinate with Structural Consultants, Architects, and field implementation teams to resolve structural design issues, discrepancies, RFIs, and site-related technical queries.
• Conduct site visits, particularly within GBC, as required to verify critical structural works and their compliance with approved structural drawings and specifications.
• Practical knowledge and previous structural design experience in the GBC region, particularly in seismic and challenging terrain conditions, will be considered an added advantage.
• Provide timely technical support to field implementation teams across all programme areas and ensure effective resolution of structural RFIs and design-related issues.

Required Skills

Skills and Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.E./B.Sc.) in Civil Engineering from a recognized university; a Master’s degree (M.E./M.Sc.) in Structural Engineering will be an added advantage.
• 5–7 years of relevant professional experience in structural engineering, preferably with a reputable engineering consultancy, design firm, or multidisciplinary engineering organization.
• Proven experience in structural analysis, design, design review, technical verification, and structural detailing for building and infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience in reviewing structural designs prepared by external consultants and providing technical comments, recommendations, and design verification.
• Experience with structural design in seismic and challenging terrain conditions will be an advantage, particularly experience in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral.
• Experience in coordinating with consultants, architects, CAD/drafting teams, contractors, and field implementation teams.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABBILITES:

• Strong knowledge of structural analysis and design principles, applicable BCP, IBC, ACI, ASCE 7, seismic codes, and relevant engineering standards.
• Proficiency in ETABS, SAFE, SAP2000, or equivalent structural analysis and design software.
• Demonstrated ability to review and verify structural models, calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical submissions.
• Strong knowledge of reinforced concrete and steel structures, foundation systems, structural detailing, load assessment, seismic design, and geotechnical considerations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess technical risks, identify discrepancies, and recommend practical and cost-effective solutions.
• Good understanding of constructability, design optimization, value engineering, safety, and quality requirements.
• Strong communication, coordination, documentation, and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to work effectively with consultants, architects, CAD teams, contractors, and field teams.
• Ability to provide timely technical support, resolve structural RFIs, and undertake site visits, particularly in challenging and seismic environments.
• Ability to exercise sound professional judgment, prioritize technical issues, and make evidence-based recommendations.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and managing multiple technical assignments within agreed timelines.
• Demonstrates accountability, attention to detail, teamwork, adaptability, and commitment to quality and safety.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.