RCF Precast Design
Larsen and Toubro · Chennai · onsite · Posted 1d ago
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About this role
Position Title: Precast Design Engineer / Precast Design Manager
Department / Function: Engineering / Structural Design – Precast
Cadre: Applicable across all cadres
Position Reports To: Precast Design Manager / Design Head / Engineering Head / Project Head, as applicable
The role involves structural analysis and design, precast element design, reinforcement detailing, connection design, preparation and review of design calculations, shop drawings, fabrication drawings and erection drawings. It also includes coordination with architectural, structural, BIM, manufacturing and erection teams to ensure design accuracy, constructability, structural integrity, production feasibility and efficient site installation.
The position is responsible for delivering technically sound, safe, economical and construction-ready precast design solutions within project timelines and quality requirements.
The role may cover one or more of the following precast design specialisations based on project requirements:
Department / Function: Engineering / Structural Design – Precast
Cadre: Applicable across all cadres
Position Reports To: Precast Design Manager / Design Head / Engineering Head / Project Head, as applicable
- Job Purpose
The role involves structural analysis and design, precast element design, reinforcement detailing, connection design, preparation and review of design calculations, shop drawings, fabrication drawings and erection drawings. It also includes coordination with architectural, structural, BIM, manufacturing and erection teams to ensure design accuracy, constructability, structural integrity, production feasibility and efficient site installation.
The position is responsible for delivering technically sound, safe, economical and construction-ready precast design solutions within project timelines and quality requirements.
- Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
- Precast Design Planning and Engineering
- Review project requirements, scope of work, architectural drawings, structural drawings, specifications and applicable contractual provisions.
- Develop the precast design approach and engineering strategy in line with project requirements and construction methodology.
- Identify suitable precast systems, element types, structural configurations and connection arrangements.
- Prepare design schedules, engineering deliverables and design coordination plans in line with project milestones.
- Coordinate design inputs, assumptions, design criteria and technical requirements with relevant stakeholders.
- Ensure timely completion and submission of design deliverables in accordance with the approved project programme.
- Identify design constraints, technical risks and interface requirements at an early stage.
- Structural Analysis and Design of Precast Elements
- Undertake structural analysis and design of precast concrete elements and structural systems.
- Design precast columns, beams, slabs, wall panels, staircases, façade panels, hollow-core slabs and other precast components, as applicable.
- Evaluate structural behaviour under relevant loading conditions, including dead loads, live loads, wind loads, seismic loads and construction-stage loads.
- Consider temporary and permanent structural conditions during lifting, transportation, storage, erection and final service.
- Ensure structural stability, strength, serviceability and durability of precast elements.
- Coordinate structural design integration between precast elements and the overall building or structural system.
- Optimise element dimensions, reinforcement requirements and design solutions without compromising safety or performance.
- Precast Connection Design
- Design and detail connections between precast elements and between precast and cast-in-situ structural components.
- Undertake design of bolted connections, welded connections, dowel connections, bearing arrangements, grouted connections, couplers and other approved connection systems.
- Evaluate load transfer, shear, tension, compression, moment and other relevant structural actions at connections.
- Design embedded plates, lifting inserts, anchors, reinforcement continuity and connection accessories.
- Ensure adequate structural stability during erection and permanent service conditions.
- Coordinate connection design with erection methodology, site tolerances and construction sequencing.
- Review connection details for constructability, accessibility, safety and ease of installation.
- Reinforcement Detailing and Design Documentation
- Prepare and review reinforcement detailing for precast elements in accordance with approved design calculations and applicable codes.
- Ensure appropriate reinforcement arrangement, cover, anchorage, development length, lap length and detailing requirements.
- Coordinate detailing of embedded items, inserts, sleeves, openings, lifting anchors and other accessories.
- Prepare bar bending schedules (BBS), reinforcement details and associated design documentation, as applicable.
- Ensure consistency between structural calculations, design drawings, shop drawings and fabrication drawings.
- Review reinforcement congestion and identify opportunities for detailing optimisation.
- Ensure design documentation is clear, accurate and suitable for manufacturing and construction.
- Design Calculations and Technical Submissions
- Prepare structural design calculations, design basis reports, design notes and technical submissions.
- Establish design assumptions, material properties, loading criteria, boundary conditions and analysis parameters.
- Review design calculations and supporting technical documents for accuracy and compliance.
- Coordinate submission of design packages to clients, consultants and relevant approving authorities.
- Respond to technical comments, observations and queries received during design review.
- Incorporate approved comments and ensure timely resubmission of revised design documents.
- Maintain proper records of design calculations, revisions, approvals and technical correspondence.
- Shop Drawings, Fabrication Drawings and Erection Drawings
- Prepare, coordinate and review precast shop drawings, fabrication drawings and erection drawings.
- Ensure drawings capture element dimensions, reinforcement details, embedded items, connection details, lifting points and identification references.
- Coordinate element numbering, tagging, orientation and location references.
- Ensure drawings reflect approved structural design, architectural requirements and manufacturing constraints.
- Review drawing revisions and ensure only approved drawings are released for production and construction.
- Coordinate preparation of erection layouts, element schedules and installation details with the erection team.
- Ensure timely issue of drawings to manufacturing and site teams to support project execution.
- Design Coordination and Multidisciplinary Integration
- Coordinate with architectural, structural, civil, MEP, BIM and other engineering disciplines.
- Review interfaces between precast elements and foundations, structural frames, cast-in-situ components and building services.
- Identify design clashes, dimensional discrepancies, openings, embedded requirements and service coordination issues.
- Coordinate with BIM teams for model reviews, design integration and clash resolution.
- Participate in technical coordination meetings with clients, consultants, architects, contractors and internal teams.
- Resolve design-related RFIs, technical queries and site engineering issues.
- Ensure coordination between design intent and actual manufacturing and erection requirements.
- Design for Manufacturing and Constructability
- Ensure precast designs are suitable for manufacturing, mould preparation, reinforcement placement, casting, curing and demoulding.
- Consider mould dimensions, casting arrangements, lifting inserts, demoulding requirements and production limitations during design.
- Coordinate with precast production teams to optimise element design and manufacturing processes.
- Ensure elements can be safely handled, transported, stacked and erected.
- Evaluate lifting and handling stresses and temporary support requirements during different stages.
- Coordinate design modifications based on manufacturing feasibility and site execution constraints.
- Promote standardisation of precast elements, moulds, connections and reinforcement details wherever feasible.
- Lifting, Transportation and Erection Engineering Support
- Provide design inputs for lifting arrangements, lifting points, inserts and temporary support systems.
- Assess structural behaviour of elements during lifting, rotation, transportation, stacking and erection.
- Coordinate with erection teams regarding element weights, lifting configurations, crane requirements and installation sequence.
- Review temporary stability requirements, bracing arrangements and erection-stage structural conditions.
- Provide technical support for site-related erection constraints and connection issues.
- Coordinate with competent lifting and temporary works specialists wherever specialised engineering assessment is required.
- Ensure design assumptions and limitations are clearly communicated to manufacturing and erection teams.
- Quality Assurance and Design Review
- Ensure design deliverables comply with applicable structural design codes, project specifications and approved quality procedures.
- Conduct design checks, independent reviews and verification as required by the project quality plan.
- Ensure accuracy and consistency of calculations, drawings, reinforcement details and technical submissions.
- Identify design errors, omissions and inconsistencies and coordinate corrective actions.
- Maintain design review records, checklists, approval status and revision history.
- Ensure closure of consultant comments, design observations and non-conformities.
- Support design audits and technical reviews to maintain engineering quality.
- Design Optimisation and Value Engineering
- Identify opportunities for optimisation of precast element dimensions, reinforcement, connections and structural systems.
- Evaluate alternative design solutions to improve structural efficiency and reduce material consumption.
- Support standardisation of precast elements and connection details to improve production efficiency.
- Assess the impact of design changes on manufacturing, transportation, erection, cost and project schedule.
- Coordinate value engineering proposals with project, commercial, manufacturing and execution teams.
- Promote cost-effective, technically sound and sustainable design solutions.
- Site Technical Support and Design Changes
- Provide engineering support to site teams during manufacturing, installation and erection.
- Review site queries, actual site conditions and proposed design modifications.
- Assess technical implications of deviations, dimensional variations and unforeseen site conditions.
- Prepare or coordinate revised calculations and drawings for approved design changes.
- Support resolution of structural, reinforcement, connection and installation-related issues.
- Coordinate with consultants and clients for approval of design modifications, wherever required.
- Ensure changes are formally reviewed, approved and communicated before implementation.
- Design Software, BIM and Digital Engineering
- Use relevant structural analysis, design, detailing and drafting software for precast engineering.
- Develop and review 3D BIM models and coordinate model-based design deliverables, wherever applicable.
- Ensure alignment between BIM models, structural calculations, shop drawings and fabrication information.
- Maintain model accuracy, element information, design parameters and revision control.
- Coordinate with BIM and digital engineering teams for model integration, clash detection and design coordination.
- Promote the use of digital tools, automation and standardised design templates to improve engineering productivity.
- Design Team and Stakeholder Management
- Coordinate and guide design engineers, detailers, BIM modellers and other engineering resources, as applicable.
- Allocate design deliverables and monitor progress against project milestones.
- Coordinate with external design consultants, specialist agencies and technical experts.
- Review team deliverables and ensure compliance with design standards and project requirements.
- Monitor design productivity, quality, resource utilisation and delivery timelines.
- Facilitate knowledge sharing, technical learning and continuous improvement within the design team.
- Project Close-out and Design Handover
- Ensure completion and submission of all design calculations, drawings, technical documents and approvals.
- Maintain final approved drawings, design revisions, technical submissions and design records.
- Coordinate submission of as-built design information and final design documentation, wherever applicable.
- Ensure closure of pending design comments, technical queries and outstanding deliverables.
- Support project handover and compilation of engineering documentation.
- Document design lessons learned and opportunities for future standardisation and improvement.
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Timely completion and submission of design deliverables as per project milestones.
- Accuracy and technical quality of structural design calculations and drawings.
- Compliance with applicable design codes, specifications and project requirements.
- Timely approval of design submissions and closure of consultant comments.
- Accuracy and completeness of reinforcement, shop, fabrication and erection drawings.
- Reduction in design errors, drawing revisions and site-related rework.
- Effective coordination with manufacturing, BIM and erection teams.
- Constructability and manufacturing feasibility of design solutions.
- Optimisation of material consumption, element dimensions and connection details.
- Timely resolution of RFIs, technical queries and site engineering issues.
- Effective design resource utilisation and engineering productivity.
- Timely completion and handover of design documentation.
- Educational Qualification
- Full-time Engineering Graduate in Civil Engineering.
- Postgraduate qualification in Structural Engineering will be an added advantage, particularly for structural design-intensive roles.
- Relevant certification or specialised training in precast structural design, detailing, BIM and structural analysis software will be beneficial.
- Experience
- Relevant experience in structural design, precast concrete design, structural engineering, detailing or engineering coordination.
- Exposure to design of precast elements such as columns, beams, slabs, wall panels, staircases, façade panels and other structural components.
- Experience in structural analysis, reinforcement detailing, connection design, shop drawings and fabrication drawings, as applicable.
- Exposure to manufacturing requirements, lifting and transportation considerations, erection methodology and site coordination will be an added advantage.
- Experience in high-rise buildings, residential, commercial, industrial, infrastructure or large-scale EPC projects will be relevant.
- Scope of responsibility, design ownership, technical authority and team management shall be commensurate with the cadre and assigned position.
- Functional / Technical Competencies
- Knowledge of precast concrete structural systems and design methodologies.
- Structural analysis and design of precast elements.
- Design of precast connections, embedded plates, lifting inserts and reinforcement systems.
- Understanding of structural behaviour during manufacturing, handling, transportation and erection stages.
- Knowledge of relevant IS codes, NBC, Eurocodes, ACI, PCI and other applicable standards, depending on project requirements.
- Reinforcement detailing, BBS, shop drawings, fabrication drawings and erection drawings.
- Understanding of manufacturing feasibility, constructability and erection requirements.
- Proficiency in relevant structural analysis and design software such as ETABS, STAAD.Pro, SAFE, SAP2000 or equivalent, as applicable.
- Familiarity with Tekla Structures, Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks and other BIM / detailing tools, as applicable.
- Knowledge of design review, verification, quality assurance and revision control.
- Understanding of value engineering, material optimisation and design standardisation.
- Ability to coordinate with production, logistics, erection and project execution teams.
- Behavioural Competencies
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
- Technical ownership and accountability.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Teamwork and multidisciplinary coordination.
- Planning, organising and time management.
- Decision-making and technical judgement.
- Creativity and design optimisation.
- Adaptability to changing project requirements.
- Commitment to quality, safety and engineering standards.
- Continuous learning and improvement.
- Result orientation and delivery commitment.
- Role Applicability
The role may cover one or more of the following precast design specialisations based on project requirements:
- Structural Precast Design – Columns, beams, slabs, walls and structural components.
- Precast Connection Design – Bolted, welded, dowel, grouted and other structural connections.
- Reinforcement Detailing – Reinforcement design, detailing, BBS and fabrication drawings.
- Architectural Precast Design – Façade panels, cladding and architectural components.
- Precast Floor Systems – Hollow-core slabs, solid slabs, staircases and associated systems.
- Lifting and Handling Design – Lifting inserts, temporary supports and handling-stage design.
- BIM and Precast Detailing – 3D modelling, shop drawings, fabrication drawings and model coordination.
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