Structural Engineer

Northrop Consulting Engineers; Coffs Harbour City Council; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Coffs Harbour is looking for a motivated Structural Engineer to lead various structural projects across sectors. The ideal candidate will have proven engineering experience, strong communication skills, and a collaborative spirit. A flexible working environment, competitive salary, and growth opportunities are guaranteed.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Paid parental leave

Mentoring programs and training

Qualifications

• Experience working in the Australian market as a structural engineering consultant.
• Accountability to set goals and drive to their fulfilment.
• Familiarity with financial management of projects is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery of structural projects from concept to construction.
• Work closely with clients, responding to their needs.
• Assist junior team members and act as a mentor.

Skills

Proven experience in structural engineering consulting

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Strong team ethic

Education

Tertiary qualification in Engineering

CPEng certified

Tools

ETABS

RAPT

SpaceGass

Job description

The Company

Northrop Consulting Engineers is an employee-owned, multi-discipline consultancy that has been established for over 45 years. We have an open management structure that embodies a diverse, inclusive, and flexible workforce for all our employees.

We currently employ over 500 team members across NSW, ACT, QLD, and VIC. We are essentially a people business that grows by creating opportunities for our people to help build the business and their career. When you join Northrop, you join a company that will support you to excel both professionally and personally.

The projects we undertake come in all sizes across a range of sectors including age care, health, education, land development, commercial, industrial, and residential.

The Role

Our Structural team based in Coffs Harbour requires a motivated and passionate Structural Engineer to join the team.

With a strong pipeline of upcoming projects with new and existing clients, you will be leading projects whilst supported by a close-knit management team. You will be client-facing, with the autonomy of leading projects from concept to construction and technical job delivery - with the support to help you succeed.

Role

Operating with an appropriate level of autonomy to deliver technically challenging projects, key components of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Being responsible for technical delivery of a wide range of structural projects including commercial buildings, residential developments, fit-out, aged care, and educational facilities.
• Working closely with a diverse client base, responding efficiently to client's needs, including attendance at meetings and inspections. Acting as first POC for design coordination and reviews.
• Being responsible for project costings, monitoring project performance and budget ensuring that key dates are met and projects remain within budget.
• Assist junior team members in the planning of their project time each week.
• Act as a mentor to up and coming young talented engineers.
• Contribute to technical development across the Structural section.
• Develop skills in business development including preparation of proposals.

The Candidate

Applications Are Sought From Candidates With The Following Attributes

• Proven experience working as a structural engineering consultant in the Australian market.
• Tertiary qualification in Engineering and ideally CPEng certified.
• Knowledge of ETABS, RC Building, RAPT, SpaceGass highly valued.
• Delivering projects across various types of structures within the residential / health / education / commercial / industrial sectors.
• Accountability to set goals and drive to their fulfilment - someone who can keep the team motivated and moving!
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong team ethic to work collaboratively across functional groups.
• Familiar with financial management of projects internally is highly valued.

What does working at Northrop look like to you?

At Northrop we understand that the key to success is our people. Together we are creating a workplace that values an inclusive culture. We are proud of our family feel and collaborative working environment.

• We practice flexible working and are open to discussions about what that means for you
• Benchmarked salary package with annual salary reviews
• Flexible working hours
• Paid parental leave (primary carer, maternity and partner leave)
• Salary income protection insurance
• Respectful, supportive and collaborative culture
• We Empower: Mentoring programs, internal and external training and monthly career development/one-on-ones

How to apply?

To apply for this role, please submit a comprehensive resume as well as a brief covering letter by clicking on the “Apply” tab.

We encourage candidates outside of Coffs Harbour to apply, we can offer a relocation allowance for suitable candidates.

Northrop is an equal opportunity employer.