Job Summary

Huangshan Constructions Company Limited

The Structural Engineer will be responsible for the design, analysis, and supervision of structural components for a Real Estate & Construction Group. The role requires technical expertise, attention to detail, and adherence to Zambian engineering standards to ensure that all structures are safe, durable, and cost-effective.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Design and Analysis:

• Prepare and review structural designs and calculations for reinforced concrete, steel, and masonry structures in compliance with Zambian building codes and EIZ standards.
• Ensure that all designs meet functional, safety, and sustainability requirements.

2. Project Coordination:

• Collaborate with architects, civil engineers, and quantity surveyors to ensure structural elements integrate with architectural and MEP systems.
• Participate in design review meetings and provide technical input during all project stages.

3. Construction Supervision:

• Conduct on-site inspections to monitor construction progress and ensure that structural work follows approved drawings and specifications.
• Identify and resolve structural-related issues promptly in coordination with the site management team.

4. Documentation and Compliance:

• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, technical reports, and material specifications.
• Ensure compliance with local authorities’ regulations, including NCC (National Council for Construction) and ZEMA (Zambia Environmental Management Agency).
• Maintain records for quality control and certification.

5. Quality Assurance and Safety:

• Ensure all materials used conform to relevant ZABS (Zambia Bureau of Standards) and international structural standards.
• Promote and enforce occupational health and safety standards on all construction sites.

6. Professional Development:

• Keep up- to-date with emerging technologies, construction materials, and engineering practices relevant to Zambia’s housing and real estate sector.

Qualifications and Requirements

1. Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering from a recognized university.
• Registration with the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) and possession of a valid practicing license is mandatory.

2. Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in structural design and supervision within the building and real estate construction industry.
• Demonstrated experience in residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects. Attach your portfolio of the previous works you have done.

3. Technical Competence:

• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software such as ETABS, SAP2000, STAAD.Pro, or PROKON.
• Skilled in AutoCAD and Revit for preparing and reviewing structural drawings.
• Strong understanding of Zambian building codes, Eurocodes, and British Standards (BS).
• Familiar with project management tools and documentation procedures.

4. Soft Skills:

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration across departments.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.

5. Other Requirements:

• Must be of good professional standing and uphold EIZ’s Code of Ethics.
• Willingness to travel to project sites across Zambia.
• Valid driver’s license is an added advantage.

• Prepare and review structural designs and calculations for reinforced concrete, steel, and masonry structures in compliance with Zambian building codes and EIZ standards.
• Ensure that all designs meet functional, safety, and sustainability requirements.
• Collaborate with architects, civil engineers, and quantity surveyors to ensure structural elements integrate with architectural and MEP systems.
• Participate in design review meetings and provide technical input during all project stages.
• Conduct on-site inspections to monitor construction progress and ensure that structural work follows approved drawings and specifications.
• Identify and resolve structural-related issues promptly in coordination with the site management team.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, technical reports, and material specifications.
• Ensure compliance with local authorities’ regulations, including NCC (National Council for Construction) and ZEMA (Zambia Environmental Management Agency).
• Maintain records for quality control and certification.
• Ensure all materials used conform to relevant ZABS (Zambia Bureau of Standards) and international structural standards.
• Promote and enforce occupational health and safety standards on all construction sites.
• Keep up- to-date with emerging technologies, construction materials, and engineering practices relevant to Zambia’s housing and real estate sector.

• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software such as ETABS, SAP2000, STAAD.Pro, or PROKON.
• Skilled in AutoCAD and Revit for preparing and reviewing structural drawings.
• Strong understanding of Zambian building codes, Eurocodes, and British Standards (BS).
• Familiar with project management tools and documentation procedures.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration across departments.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering from a recognized university.
• Registration with the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ) and possession of a valid practicing license is mandatory.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in structural design and supervision within the building and real estate construction industry.
• Demonstrated experience in residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects. Attach your portfolio of the previous works you have done.
• Must be of good professional standing and uphold EIZ’s Code of Ethics.
• Willingness to travel to project sites across Zambia.
• Valid driver’s license is an added advantage.