Senior Civil Designer

WSP in Manila; Pasig; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Manila is seeking an experienced Civil Designer to support Australian civil projects in a multidisciplinary design setting. You will deliver civil design documentation, coordinate drawings, and ensure compliance with standards.

The role involves mentoring junior designers, coordinating with internal teams and external consultants, and leading project work where required. Strong English communication and licence as a Civil Engineer are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Registered Civil Engineer with relevant licences.
• Proven experience on Australian civil projects across sectors.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assigned civil design and documentation.
• Contribute to civil engineering projects with timely documentation delivery.
• Coordinate drawings and drafting requirements for projects.
• Adhere to drafting standards and procedures.
• May serve as project leader for large/complex projects.
• Provide mentoring to Civil Designers.
• Check subordinates' work for accuracy.
• Collaborate with team members and other disciplines.
• Perform quality reviews of documentation.
• Support HR processes for staff performance where applicable.
• Work towards continuous improvement of team skills and processes.
• Perform other duties to support service delivery.

Skills

Civil design & drafting

12D modelling

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Team collaboration

Mentoring/coaching

Stakeholder liaison

Adaptability under pressure

Quality & standards compliance

Communication (written & verbal)

Attention to deadlines

Continuous improvement

Problem solving

Open to feedback

Professional development

Flexible to project outcomes

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Registered Civil Engineer (LICENCE)

10+ years Australian civil engineering project experience

Tools

12D modelling

AutoCAD Civil 3D

DRAINS

XP Storm/SWMM

12d Drainage

Job description

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Carry out assigned civil design and documentation as delegated in support of technical and commercial standards.
• Contribute to current civil engineering projects through the provision of accurate and timely delivery of documentation; communicate effectively with all external consultants and internal managers, engineers, colleagues, etc.
• Embody enthusiasm to work with a collaborative, national team in a multidisciplinary design setting.
• Accountable for the coordination and production of drawings and drafting requirements of the assigned project(s).
• Adhere to prescribed drafting standards and procedures.
• Conscientiously work toward the group’s objectives and adhere to the company’s policy.
• May serve as a project leader when dictated by project size, complexity or request.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to other Civil Designers in the team.
• Check work of subordinates for accuracy and adherence to the civil design intent and assumptions.
• Collaborate and coordinate with team members and other disciplines.
• Perform quality reviews of documentation to ensure it is within relevant standards.
• May evaluate staff performance in line with HR procedures.
• Work toward continuous improvement of team skills and processes.
• Perform other duties as directed to help the company provide outstanding service to the company and its customers.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
• A Registered Civil Engineer with the relevant licences.
• Good English communication skills.
• Ideally 10+ years of industry experience on Australian civil engineering projects from sectors such as commercial, residential, industrial, subdivisions and roads.
• Highly developed skills in civil design and drafting, ideally in a consulting engineering environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement through regular performance feedback and implementation of change to drive enhanced outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to work with relevant Standards and Codes (AS/NZS 3500, NCC, etc.).
• Proven civil design capability in earthworks design, pavement levels around/adjacent to buildings, stormwater, basement and subsurface drainage.
• Track record of effectively handling competing priorities, prioritising work and meeting tight deadlines.
• Capacity to liaise and coordinate with all internal and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
• Well‑developed interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Experience with 12D modelling.
• Experience with roads, earthworks and stormwater drainage design (Australian Standards).
• Experience with AutoDesk Civil 3D.
• Experience designing projects in land development, building civilworks and infrastructure contexts.
• Experience with commonly used drainage software such as DRAINS, XP Storm/SWMM, 12d Drainage, etc.
• Balances innovation, quality and technical excellence with delivery to timelines and cost.
• Open to receiving and providing constructive feedback.
• Champions continual professional development.
• Promotes building technical capability of others via mentoring/coaching and on‑the‑job opportunities.
• Flexible to meet project outcomes.
• Self‑aware and promotes a professional image.
• Manages self and others under pressure.