Job Description – Structural Steel Engineer / Manager

Position Title: Structural Steel Engineer / Manager
Department / Function: Structural Steel – Engineering / Project Execution
Cadre: Applicable across all cadres
Reports To: Structural Steel Manager / Project Manager / Project Head / Functional Head, as applicable

1. Job Purpose

To manage and coordinate structural steel-related engineering, detailing, fabrication, supply, erection and execution activities, ensuring compliance with approved drawings, design specifications, project schedules, quality standards, safety requirements and contractual commitments.

The role is responsible for effective planning, technical coordination, resource management, fabrication and erection monitoring, quality control, subcontractor management, cost optimisation and timely delivery of structural steel works across construction and infrastructure projects.

2. Key Accountabilities

A. Structural Steel Engineering and Design Coordination

- Review structural steel design drawings, engineering specifications, calculations and technical documents to ensure compliance with project requirements.
- Coordinate with structural design consultants, engineering teams, clients and project execution teams for design inputs, clarifications and approvals.
- Review general arrangement drawings, fabrication drawings, shop drawings, connection details and erection drawings, as applicable.
- Ensure design coordination for structural steel members, connections, bracing systems, platforms, trusses, columns, beams, girders and other steel components.
- Identify design discrepancies, constructability issues and technical interfaces and coordinate timely resolution.
- Ensure timely availability and approval of engineering drawings and documents required for fabrication and site execution.
- Support design optimisation, value engineering and constructability improvements without compromising structural integrity or applicable codes.

B. Structural Steel Detailing and Documentation

- Coordinate preparation and review of detailed fabrication and erection drawings.
- Ensure accuracy of member dimensions, connection details, bolt specifications, weld details, material grades and other fabrication requirements.
- Coordinate with detailing teams using relevant tools such as Tekla Structures, AutoCAD and other engineering software, as applicable.
- Ensure proper incorporation of design revisions, approved modifications and site requirements in the latest drawings.
- Maintain drawing registers, revision records, technical submittals and approval status.
- Ensure timely issue of approved drawings and detailing documents to fabrication and erection teams.

C. Fabrication Planning and Execution

- Plan and monitor structural steel fabrication activities in line with project schedules, approved drawings and production requirements.
- Coordinate with fabrication shops, vendors and subcontractors for fabrication of structural steel components.
- Ensure availability of approved raw materials, fabrication drawings, welding consumables, equipment and manpower.
- Monitor fabrication activities such as cutting, drilling, fit-up, welding, grinding, surface preparation and dimensional inspection.
- Ensure fabrication is carried out in accordance with approved procedures, applicable codes, specifications and quality requirements.
- Monitor fabrication productivity, material utilisation, wastage and production output.
- Coordinate inspection and release of fabricated components before dispatch to site.
- Identify fabrication constraints and implement corrective actions to meet delivery commitments.

D. Structural Steel Erection and Site Execution

- Plan, coordinate and monitor erection of structural steel members at project sites.
- Ensure erection activities are executed as per approved erection drawings, method statements, lifting plans and construction sequences.
- Coordinate installation of columns, beams, trusses, girders, bracing systems, platforms, pipe racks, industrial structures and other steel components, as applicable.
- Plan and coordinate cranes, lifting equipment, rigging arrangements, access platforms, temporary supports and other erection resources.
- Ensure proper alignment, levelling, positioning, bolting, welding and connection of structural steel members.
- Monitor erection progress, productivity, manpower and equipment utilisation.
- Coordinate with civil, mechanical, piping, electrical and other disciplines to resolve interface and execution constraints.
- Ensure timely completion of structural steel erection activities in line with project milestones.
- Coordinate rectification of site discrepancies, dimensional deviations and erection-related issues.

E. Material Management and Procurement Coordination

- Identify and coordinate structural steel material requirements based on approved drawings, BOQ, fabrication schedules and erection plans.
- Ensure compliance with specified material grades, standards, dimensions and technical specifications.
- Coordinate procurement and timely availability of structural steel sections, plates, bolts, nuts, welding consumables, paint and other accessories.
- Monitor material receipt, inspection, identification, storage, traceability and issue for fabrication and erection.
- Ensure effective material reconciliation, consumption monitoring and control of wastage.
- Coordinate with procurement, stores, vendors and subcontractors to resolve material shortages and delivery constraints.
- Monitor surplus, scrap and rejected materials and ensure appropriate control and reporting.

F. Quality Assurance and Quality Control

- Ensure implementation of approved Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) procedures for structural steel works.
- Ensure inspection of incoming materials, fabrication activities, welding, bolting, dimensional accuracy and completed erection works.
- Monitor compliance with approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), quality plans, specifications and applicable standards.
- Ensure availability and verification of material test certificates, inspection reports,



welding records and other quality documentation.
- Coordinate welding inspections, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), including UT, RT, MT and PT, wherever applicable.
- Monitor welder qualifications, Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR) and welding procedure compliance.
- Ensure surface preparation, painting, galvanising, protective coating and fireproofing requirements are met, as applicable.
- Identify non-conformities, coordinate root cause analysis and ensure timely corrective and preventive actions.
- Coordinate with clients, consultants and inspection agencies for quality inspections, approvals and release of work.

G. Welding, Bolting and Connection Management

- Ensure compliance with approved welding procedures, welding consumable requirements and applicable welding standards.
- Monitor welding quality, welder qualification, joint preparation, preheating and post-weld treatment requirements, wherever applicable.
- Ensure proper installation and inspection of high-strength structural bolts, including tightening and tensioning as specified.
- Coordinate inspection and verification of structural connections and joints.
- Ensure proper documentation and traceability of welding, bolting and connection-related inspections.
- Resolve technical issues related to fabrication and erection connections in coordination with design and quality teams.

H. Planning, Scheduling and Progress Monitoring

- Prepare and monitor structural steel engineering, detailing, procurement, fabrication, dispatch and erection schedules.
- Coordinate with planning teams to align structural steel activities with overall project execution milestones.
- Monitor planned versus actual progress, productivity, resource deployment and delivery schedules.
- Identify critical activities, bottlenecks and delays and implement recovery plans.
- Ensure timely availability of drawings, materials, fabrication capacity, transport and erection resources.
- Prepare periodic progress reports and highlight key issues requiring management attention.

I. Safety and Statutory Compliance

- Ensure protected execution of fabrication, material handling, lifting, transportation and erection activities.
- Ensure implementation of approved risk assessments, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), method statements and Permit-to-Work (PTW) requirements.
- Ensure compliance with safety procedures for working at height, lifting operations, hot work, confined spaces and other high-risk activities, as applicable.
- Ensure cranes, lifting tools, tackles, rigging equipment and other machinery are inspected and certified as required.
- Monitor implementation of fall protection, scaffolding, access arrangements and temporary stability measures during erection.
- Ensure compliance with applicable statutory requirements, safety standards and project-specific EHS procedures.
- Investigate structural steel-related incidents and near misses and ensure corrective and preventive actions.

J. Subcontractor and Vendor Management

- Coordinate with structural steel fabrication agencies, erection contractors, detailing agencies and other specialist vendors.
- Support technical and commercial evaluation of contractors and vendors.
- Monitor subcontractor performance in terms of quality, productivity, delivery, safety and contractual compliance.
- Ensure timely mobilisation of subcontractor manpower, machinery, tools and equipment.
- Review work progress, measurements, billing and work completion in coordination with commercial teams.
- Resolve technical and operational issues affecting subcontractor performance and project delivery.
- Ensure compliance with approved work orders, specifications, project procedures and safety requirements.

K. Cost Control and Commercial Management

- Monitor structural steel quantities, material consumption, fabrication costs, erection costs and overall package expenditure.
- Review BOQ, quantity take-offs, material requirements and variations in coordination with engineering and commercial teams.
- Monitor project costs against approved budgets and identify cost deviations.
- Support preparation and review of rate analysis, subcontractor work orders, extra items and variation proposals.
- Ensure effective control of material wastage, rework, idle resources and avoidable expenditure.
- Coordinate with commercial and contracts teams on measurements, billing, claims and contractual matters.
- Identify opportunities for value engineering and cost optimisation.

L. Coordination and Stakeholder Management

- Coordinate with structural design, engineering, detailing, fabrication, procurement, planning, quality, safety and construction teams.
- Liaise with clients, consultants, architects, PMC representatives, inspection agencies and statutory authorities, as required.
- Resolve technical interfaces between structural steel, civil, mechanical, piping and other project disciplines.
- Ensure timely communication of design changes, site requirements, progress constraints and technical issues.
- Participate in project review meetings and provide updates on engineering, fabrication, erection, quality and delivery status.

M. Documentation, MIS and Project Handover

- Maintain records of engineering drawings, material approvals, fabrication reports, inspection records, welding documentation and erection progress.
- Prepare periodic MIS on quantities, fabrication progress, dispatch, erection, productivity, material consumption and quality performance.
- Ensure traceability of structural steel materials and components from receipt through fabrication and final installation.
- Coordinate preparation of as-built drawings, inspection dossiers, test certificates and completion documentation.




- Ensure closure of outstanding quality observations, punch points and contractual deliverables.
- Support final inspection, acceptance and handover of completed structural steel works.

N. Team Management and Continuous Improvement

- Allocate responsibilities among engineers, supervisors, detailers, inspectors and other team members.
- Monitor team performance, productivity, quality of work and adherence to project requirements.
- Identify training and development needs relating to structural steel engineering, fabrication, welding, erection and safety.
- Promote teamwork, accountability, technical competence and effective coordination.
- Identify opportunities to improve fabrication methods, erection sequences, productivity and quality.
- Encourage adoption of digital tools, improved engineering practices and technology for structural steel project delivery.

3. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Timely completion of structural steel engineering, detailing and drawing approvals.
- Fabrication progress and production output against planned targets.
- Structural steel erection progress against project milestones.
- Material procurement and availability as per project requirements.
- Material consumption, reconciliation and wastage control.
- Fabrication and erection productivity.
- Quality compliance and reduction in rework and rejection.
- Welding, bolting and NDT compliance.
- Equipment and manpower utilisation.
- Structural steel package cost performance against budget.
- Subcontractor and vendor performance.
- EHS performance and compliance with safety requirements.
- Timely closure of inspection observations and non-conformities.
- Accuracy and timeliness of project MIS and documentation.
- Successful completion, inspection and handover of structural steel works.

4. Qualifications

- Full-time Engineering Graduate or Diploma in Civil / Mechanical Engineering or relevant engineering discipline.
- Additional specialisation or certification in Structural Engineering, Structural Steel Design, Welding Technology, Fabrication, QA/QC or related areas will be an advantage.
- Knowledge of applicable structural steel design, fabrication and erection codes and standards.

5. Experience

- Relevant experience in structural steel engineering, design coordination, detailing, fabrication, erection or project execution, preferably in building, industrial, infrastructure, high-rise, power, manufacturing, process plant or EPC projects, as applicable.
- Exposure to structural steel components such as columns, beams, trusses, girders, bracing systems, pipe racks, platforms, industrial structures and other steel assemblies.
- Experience in drawings, material management, fabrication processes, welding, bolting, quality inspection, erection planning and site coordination, as relevant to the role.
- Exposure to contractors, fabrication agencies, vendors, consultants and multidisciplinary project teams.
- The scope of technical responsibility, project ownership, team size and decision-making authority will be commensurate with the cadre and position.

6. Functional / Technical Competencies

- Structural steel engineering and construction fundamentals.
- Structural steel drawings, detailing and interpretation.
- General Arrangement (GA), fabrication, shop and erection drawings.
- Knowledge of structural steel sections, plates, grades and material specifications.
- Structural steel fabrication processes and production planning.
- Structural steel erection methodologies and sequencing.
- Welding technology, WPS, PQR and welder qualification requirements.
- Bolting, connection details and inspection practices.
- NDT methods and quality inspection requirements.
- Material traceability, reconciliation and inventory control.
- Structural steel quantity estimation and BOQ.
- Fabrication and erection planning and progress monitoring.
- QA/QC procedures, ITPs and applicable standards.
- Surface preparation, painting, galvanising and protective coating.
- Lifting operations, rigging and erection safety.
- Subcontractor, vendor and project coordination.
- Cost control, productivity monitoring and MIS.
- Working knowledge of MS Office, AutoCAD and relevant engineering / detailing tools such as Tekla Structures, as applicable.

7. Behavioural Competencies

- Teamwork and collaboration.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Leadership and team management.
- Technical problem-solving and decision-making.
- Planning, organising and execution orientation.
- Ownership and accountability.
- Positive thinking and result orientation.
- Stakeholder management and influencing ability.
- Creativity and continuous improvement.
- Empathy and people management.
- Time management and prioritisation.
- Adaptability and flexibility.
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Commitment to safety and process discipline.

8. Role Applicability

This JD is applicable across Structural Steel Engineer, Senior Structural Steel Engineer, Structural Steel Coordinator, Structural Steel Manager and other related positions, irrespective of cadre.

The specific scope of responsibility may vary based on project requirements and the individual's functional specialisation:

- Structural Steel Engineering / Design: Design coordination, structural analysis, connection engineering, technical reviews and design approvals.
- Structural Steel Detailing: GA drawings, shop drawings, fabrication drawings, erection drawings and detailing coordination.
- Structural Steel Fabrication: Production planning, fabrication execution, welding, material management and fabrication quality.
- Structural Steel Erection: Site execution, lifting and erection planning, alignment, bolting, welding and completion.
- Structural Steel QA/QC: Material inspection, welding quality, NDT, dimensional checks, coating inspection and quality documentation.
- Structural Steel Project Management: End-to-end engineering, procurement, fabrication, erection, cost, schedule, quality, safety and subcontractor management.

The level of functional ownership, technical authority, project complexity, team size and decision-making responsibility will be commensurate with the cadre and position

📌 RCF Structural Steel/Execution (India)
🏢 LT-Larsen & Toubro
📍 India