Doka Group, a subsidiary of the Umdasch Group is one of the world’s largest manufacturers and suppliers of formwork products and systems with more than 160 sales and logistics facilities in over 70 countries. From its headquarters in Austria, Doka’s heritage of innovation has positioned itself as a front runner in creating disruptive technologies for the construction market, with an emphasis firmly placed on supporting the needs of its clients. 

Covering some of the fastest developing economies in the global construction market, Doka’s Middle East & Africa office oversees operations from Cape Town to Istanbul. Based from its regional headquarters in Dubai, which includes both offices and a distribution centre, Doka’s MEA operation has been structured to provide maximum agility for its subsidiaries, allowing it to react quickly to market changes and to extend the highest levels of support for its clients.

With a pipeline of $140bn in awarded projects, Egypt’s construction market represents one of the most promising markets in the MENA region. Based in Cairo, Doka has been involved with a wide range of high-rise and infrastructure projects, including the 38 storey St. Regis Tower on the Nile Corniche. 

Doka Egypt is currently looking to recruit a career driven professional to join its versatile team and support the company’s ongoing national expansion. The suitable candidate will be a qualified, natural team player who can add significant value to this highly dynamic team.

• Analyse structural drawings given by clients
• Implement formwork solution as per the instructions of the Sales Engineer, Team Leader or Senior Planning Engineer
• Propose the most economical and best technical solution
• Conduct basic static calculations
• Produce material list, offer drawings and shop drawings
• Assist the Sales Engineer with site visits
• Coordinate the timely delivery of shop drawings as per instructions
• Coordinate with clients for technical issues
• Coordinate with other involved departments (Operations, Site Supervisors, Project Coordinator)
• Consideration of availability of material in the design stage
• Communication with Sales Department in absence of Head of Engineering
• Support formwork instructor and coordinate with site team

Qualifications / Knowledge / Experience

• CAD knowledge
• Technical/Civil Engineering Qualification
• English
• Basic IT-skills
• Basic formwork knowledge
• Experience in erecting and dismantling formwork and site supervision.

Skills / Characteristics

• Team player
• Attention to detail
• Good communication skills (within company and with clients)
• Technical/static understanding
• A feel for economical matters
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Motivation to improve knowledge
• Willingness to work over time if required.