Head of Structural Design

Our client is an established engineering and construction solutions provider with expertise in structural engineering and complex building projects. The company delivers technical solutions for projects in Singapore and international markets, with a strong focus on engineering quality, design innovation, regulatory compliance, and project delivery. They are seeking an experienced structural engineering leader to strengthen their Singapore design capabilities and drive technical excellence across projects.

The Head of Structural Design (Singapore) will serve as the technical leader for structural engineering and design activities within the Singapore business. Reporting directly to the Singapore Management Team, this individual will lead the structural design function across complex local and international projects, ensuring engineering excellence, regulatory compliance, design innovation, and successful project delivery from concept through construction.

1. Lead structural design and engineering delivery for complex local and international projects, ensuring technical quality and successful project execution from concept through construction.
2. Oversee structural analysis, design calculations, technical reviews, and engineering documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
3. Ensure compliance with BCA requirements, Singapore Standards, SS EN Eurocodes, and applicable National Annexes.
4. Manage BCA structural plan submissions, technical documentation, and local design coordination.
5. Coordinate with architects, consultants, contractors, fabricators, and multidisciplinary project teams to resolve design and technical issues.
6. Provide construction-stage technical support, including design changes, technical clarifications, fabrication coordination, and design optimisation.
7. Lead, mentor, and develop the structural engineering team, overseeing design management, technical reviews, and design subcontractors.
8. Apply sound technical judgement to resolve complex engineering challenges and drive continuous improvement in design efficiency and quality.

1. Bachelor’s degree or above in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
2. Minimum 12 years of relevant structural design experience, with strong exposure to complex projects, international projects, or structural design-team leadership.
3. Familiarity with Singapore’s structural engineering regulations, including BCA submission processes, Singapore Standards, SS EN Eurocodes, and National Annexes.
4. Proficient in at least 2–3 of the following structural engineering software tools: SAP2000, ETABS, 3D3S, Dlubal, and IDEA StatiCa, together with strong AutoCAD skills.
5. Experience with Rhino/Grasshopper, Revit, and/or Tekla will be an advantage.
6. Proven capabilities in design management, technical review, team leadership, mentoring, and design-subcontractor management.
7. Strong multidisciplinary coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, architects, consultants, contractors, fabricators, and internal stakeholders.
8. Practical experience in site technical support, construction/fabrication coordination, design modifications, and design optimisation.
9. Strong technical judgement, communication, and independent problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural Singapore project environment.

1. Location: Singapore, West Region
2. Job Type: Permanent
3. Working Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM