Senior Bridge Engineer

Description

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years’ experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ high performing talent with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and the broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

About the Role:

We offer an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and inspiring Senior Bridge Engineer to join our growing Bridges team in Dubai.

Our UAE Bridges team delivers a diverse portfolio of transportation and infrastructure projects across the UAE and wider Middle East region. We work closely with major clients and authorities to design and deliver bridges and associated structures that support the development of resilient, sustainable, and connected communities.

Our projects span highways, urban mobility and rail infrastructure, including highway interchanges, vehicular and pedestrian bridges, grade separations, flyovers, rail structures, and complex bridge rehabilitation and widening schemes. We collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across roads, geotechnical, utilities, rail, and urban development to provide integrated solutions from concept and feasibility through to detailed design, tender documentation, and construction support.

As a Senior Bridge Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering technically excellent bridge designs, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to the continued growth of Zutari's Bridges capability in the Middle East. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging and high-profile projects, applying innovative engineering solutions that create a lasting positive impact for our clients and communities.

Key Responsibilities: 

• The Senior Bridge Engineer will be responsible for the design of bridges from concept design through to detailed design.
• Technical excellence in design and project deliverables is expected.
• Deliver solutions to complex problems. 
• Use initiative to resolve tasks or problems that arise. 
• Work independently or as part of a team. 
• Prepare clear and detailed written reports. 
• Communicate clearly with colleagues, managers and clients. 
  
  
  

• Technical knowledge and ability are the key attributes required for this role.
• BEng / BSc (Hon) or equivalent in civil or structural engineering.
• CEng or PE accreditation is preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in bridge design, including at least 3 years in the Middle East.
• Experience in both steel and concrete bridges is preferred.
• Experience and proven ability in efficiently producing bridge designs of the highest quality.
• Detailed working knowledge of AASHTO LRFD as adopted in the Gulf region essential. Experience in using other international codes and standards is desirable.
• Proficient in the use of CSI Bridge and/or Midas.
• Energetic, proactive, reliable team player with excellent communication skills and a solid understanding of customer service principles.