Structural Engineer - University of Ghana

The University of Ghana invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the following vacant senior member position in the Physical and Municipal Services Directorate (PDMSD):

POSITION:  Structural Engineer, P.P.& D

REPORTING TO:   Deputy Director of PDMSD

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Structural Engineer, Physical Planning and Development (P.P.&D), is part of a team in the PDMSD which is responsible for the management of the Physical Development and Maintenance of the Facilities and Property of the University.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting the Project Team in detailed structural engineering design and technical input during the preparation and execution of construction documents in the office and on site 
• Understand structural design analysis and calculations and present professional design reports 
• Lead the technical aspects of the project team and over-see all phases of construction 
• Act as support engineer and technical supervisory manager to the Project Manager, Designers and Project Architects
•  Prepare civil/structural engineering design details and drawings
• Appraise projects and carry out the necessary quality control and assurance protocols 
• Monitor and evaluate project progress and submit monthly technical progress reports

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful applicant must have:

• A Bachelor's degree in structural engineering from a recognised university
• A Masters or post-graduate degree in Civil/Structural will be desirable with more than 10 years post-qualification working experience. Must be a member of a recognized Professional Body.
• Complete understanding of CAD applications and practices, particularly AutoCAD. Ability to set up office standards for the translation of drawings between these and other platforms (DWG, IFC, Inventor files).
• Familiarity with design applications in structural and civil engineering.
• Experience and be a proficient user of MS Project and/or Primavera project management.
• Leadership skills and be a team player with a flexible and open attitude.
• Creative and original thinking capabilities demonstrated through a strong creative portfolio.
• The ability to support a team with good collaboration skills.
• The ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines efficiently