Senior Structural Engineer

Orion Group; Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Group in NSW, Australia, is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer to deliver high-quality structural design across urban development projects, including residential, commercial, agricultural and industrial structures. You will provide technical leadership within the Structural Business Unit, contributing to growth and client value.

You will oversee Temporary Works, site inspections, and mentor junior staff while ensuring Orion processes and standards are followed to deliver commercially

Qualifications

• 8+ years Civil/Structural engineering design experience within land development or Residential/Commercial/Industrial related structural industry.
• Advanced understanding of structural design principle.
• Advanced knowledge in the use of structural design software.
• Ability to coordinate design and drafting activities.
• Efficient time management skills to achieve project deadlines and budgetary constraints.

Responsibilities

• Undertake documentation and design tasks with a demonstrated working knowledge in the use of approved design software at an advanced level.
• Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving design issues.
• Coordinate design and drafting activities with drafters and engineers to provide drawing sets to Orion standards.
• Lead the design of projects, coordinate junior staff and ensure all staff on projects are complying with Orion processes and standards.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and relevant authorities.
• Preparation of Project Fee Proposals for structural design projects.
• Manage the invoicing and budgeting of design projects.
• Ensure quality control processes for each project are implemented and documented.
• Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and mature judgement in anticipating and solving design issues;
• Ensure work output is of a technically high standard, meets client needs, and activities are commercially viable.
• Assist with growing and developing the company and its drafting standards to help provide a unique and modern drafting/ design method to be adopted by the company.
• Implementation of good practice, templates, policies, tools and partnerships to support the ongoing success of the business.
• Provide technical support to peers, as well as mentor junior staff to further develop the knowledge base and assist in career progression.
• Assist in preparing tenders submissions, including scope of works and project budgets.
• Actively seek new business opportunities, through projects, clients and new revenue streams.
• Adoption, promotion, and adherence to Orion Group’s Integrated Management System (IMS).

Skills

8+ years experience

Experience with high-rise/urban design

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, NER & CPEng

Tools

Structural design software

Job description

Orion Group is a dynamic, multidisciplinary land development company known for delivering exceptional value to our clients. We are a rapidly growing business with five offices across NSW and Queensland. We are a diverse team of project managers, engineers, surveyors, and planners and have recently surpassed the 150-employee milestone.

We use our deep understanding of development to drive innovative solutions for complex projects. We continue to grow as a direct result of our expertise, innovative attitude, quality of service and, solid business practices and a culture to expand horizons. We are market leaders in our industry because of our vision and commitment to integrity, quality, and reliability.

Our vision is to be Australia’s leading source of professional services advice in our sector. We will change what it means to be a professional in our industry and we hope you will join us and play a part in achieving our goal.

Summary:

As a senior Structural Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality structural design across urban development projects, including residential, commercial, agricultural and industrial structures. Assisting with Temporary Works and Site Inspections. You will provide technical leadership and guidance within the Structural Business Unit, contributing to its growth, business development and supporting the achievement of Orion’s strategic vision.

Responsibilities:

• Undertake documentation and design tasks with a demonstrated working knowledge in the use of approved design software at an advanced level
• Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving design issues
• Coordinate design and drafting activities with drafters and engineers to provide drawing sets to Orion standards
• Lead the design of projects, coordinate junior staff and ensure all staff on projects are complying with Orion processes and standards
• Liaise with various project stakeholders including; clients, consultants and relevant authorities
• Preparation of Project Fee Proposals for structural design projects
• Manage the invoicing and budgeting of design projects
• Ensure quality control processes for each project are implemented and documented
• Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and mature judgement in anticipating and solving design issues;
• Ensure work output is of a technically high standard, meets client needs, and activities are commercially viable
• Assist with growing and developing the company and its drafting standards to help provide a unique and modern drafting/ design method to be adopted by the company
• Implementation of good practice, templates, policies, tools and partnerships to support the ongoing success of the business
• Provide technical support to peers, as well as mentor junior staff to further develop the knowledge base and assist in career progression
• Assist in preparing tenders submissions, including scope of works and project budgets
• Actively seek new business opportunities, through projects, clients and new revenue streams
• Adoption, promotion, and adherence to Orion Group’s Integrated Management System (IMS).

Selection Criteria:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, NER & CPEng
• 8+ years Civil/Structural engineering design experience within land development or Residential/Commercial/Industrial related structural industry
• Advanced understanding of structural design principle
• Advanced knowledge in the use of structural design software
• Ability to coordinate design and drafting activities
• Efficient time management skills to achieve project deadlines and budgetary constraints

Orion Group highly values diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates.