Principal Technician

WSP in Manila; Pasig; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Manila is seeking an experienced structural drafting professional to ensure accuracy and compliance with CAD standards across projects. You will develop drawings from designer sketches and coordinate drafting tasks for the assigned projects, mentoring junior staff as needed.

The role requires a diploma in engineering or equivalent, at least ten years in structural drafting, and proficiency with AutoCAD, MicroStation, ProjectWise and Revit.

Qualifications

• Diploma of Engineering or Advanced Diploma of Engineering or equivalent to Senior Technical Associate – CADD.
• At least ten years of relevant structural drafting experience.
• Education candidates with BS Engineering or BS Architecture background accepted.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accuracy of all structural drafting tasks.
• Ensure drawings are checked before issue to client.
• Coordinate and produce drafting requirements for projects.
• Mentor drafting staff on procedures and approaches.
• Conduct cross-discipline reviews and constructability checks.
• Maintain back-up copies of drawing files for records.

Skills

Structural drafting

Senior team leadership

CAD standards

Quality reviews

Education

Engineering diploma or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ProjectWise

Revit

Job description

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

Main Activities and Responsibilities: (including but not limited to)

• Responsible for the accuracy of all structural drafting tasks.
• Ensures all drawings are checked before they are issued to the client.
• Ensures all drawings comply with CAD Standards and Quality Systems relevant to specialisation and location
• Undertake reviews of engineering drawings to ensure compliance with CAD Standards and Quality Systems.
• Carries out audits of drawings-in-progress, as well as the final drawings.
• Responsible in the development of drawings from designer sketches and working sheets to the final outputs taking into consideration the clarity, completeness and accuracy of the plan.
• Accountable for the coordination and production of drawings and drafting requirements of the assigned project/s.
• Mentors staff on drafting procedures and approaches to performing tasks.
• Responsible for maintaining back-up of drawing files – hard and soft copies for record and future references.
• Carry out cross discipline reviews, constructability checks and clash detection reviews
• Evaluates staff performance in line with HR procedures.
• Conscientiously works towards the group’s objectives and adheres to the company’s policy.
• Perform tasks assigned by the Drafting Discipline Lead/ BAS Discipline Lead / Transport Manila Operations Manager / Regional Team Executive in line with his experience, discipline or qualifications.

Qualifications (Minimum and Desirable)

• Diploma of Engineering or Advanced Diploma of Engineering equivalent to Senior Technical Associate – CADD or Graduate of any technical course or at least three (3) years in BS Engineering or BS Architecture course.

Experience, Skills And Organisational Knowledge

• At least ten (10) years of relevant structural drafting experience
• High level drafting and detailing skills
• High level use and understanding of CAD software and how it applies (AutoCAD, MicroStation, ProjectWise, Revit) — Prepares engineering drawing deliverables from sketches, calculations and/or specifications
• Experience in a senior team role
• Exposure to different business models and industry best practice
• Preferably with experience on Australian projects

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

With us, you can.

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