Civil Drafter

Stantec Australia; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Arrangements

Work from home opportunities

Additional leave options

Mentoring and development programs

Learning and Talent Development

Job summary

Stantec Australia is seeking a Civil Drafter to join the Buildings team in Brisbane. You will prepare civil drawings and documentation, collaborate with engineers and designers, and ensure outputs meet standards and client requirements.

The role emphasizes buildable designs, coordination across disciplines, and ongoing professional development. Reporting to the Civil Team Lead, you will contribute across a diverse portfolio in Queensland, with flexible working arrangements and opportunities to

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Computer Aided Design or relevant experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of drafting experience in an engineering consultancy as a civil drafter.
• Familiarity with local authority and state government approval and regulatory requirements.
• Experience using AutoCAD and related drafting tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and focus on quality outputs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to ongoing CPD and professional development.
• Strong collaboration and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare civil engineering drawings and documentation for building and site development projects.
• Operate CAD and related drafting software to produce plans, sections, details, and coordinated documents.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver accurate design packages.
• Ensure drawings meet standards, project requirements and quality procedures.
• Assist with managing drawing registers and project deliverables.
• Identify and resolve drafting and coordination issues to support project delivery.
• Deliver outcomes that meet client specifications and expectations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Tertiary qualification in Computer Aided Design

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

We are seeking a Civil Drafter to join our growing Buildings team in Brisbane. Reporting to the Civil Team Lead, you will work closely with engineers, designers and multidisciplinary project teams to deliver civil drafting solutions across a diverse portfolio of building projects across Queensland.

Our Buildings team delivers projects across a broad range of sectors including health, education, defence, multi-residential, retail and commercial developments. You will contribute to projects ranging from boutique developments through to large, complex and landmark facilities that have a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

As a Civil Drafter, you will prepare high-quality drawings and design documentation that support the successful delivery of building projects, ensuring outputs meet project requirements, company standards and relevant authority requirements. Working alongside experienced engineers, designers and technical specialists, you'll play an important role in developing coordinated, practical and buildable civil design solutions.

Our culture has a strong focus on learning, personal development and collaboration. You'll be supported by experienced professionals who are passionate about mentoring and helping individuals grow their technical and professional capabilities.

Day to day tasks would involve:

• Prepare civil engineering documentation for building and site development projects using established drafting standards and procedures.
• Operate CAD and other drafting software to produce plans, sections, details and coordinated civil documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers and multidisciplinary project teams to deliver accurate and coordinated design packages.
• Ensure drawings comply with applicable standards, project requirements and quality procedures.
• Assist with managing drawing registers and project deliverables.
• Identify and resolve drafting and coordination issues to support efficient project delivery.
• Deliver project outcomes within client specifications and expectations

To be successful for this role you'll need:

• Tertiary qualification in Computer Aided Design or relevant experience
• Minimum of 2 years of drafting experience in an engineering consultancy as a civil drafter
• Familiarity with local authority and state government approval and regulatory requirement
• Experience in the operation of software design tools such as AutoCAD packages
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an eye for detail and a strong focus on the production of quality outputs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ongoing commitment to professional development through self-study, training and seminars, and maintaining your Continual Professional Development (CPD)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality technical documentation.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

What we offer

• Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.
• Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part-time employment.
• Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
• Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
• Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
• A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables
• Professional Memberships
• Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
• Service Recognition Awards
• Employee Assistance Program

About us

The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450+ locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.