Senior Design Engineer, Structures

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

Job summary

WSP Philippines is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead multi-disciplinary design teams on large-scale residential, commercial and institutional projects. The role combines technical leadership with client coordination and QA responsibilities.

You will apply international design standards, mentor juniors, review drawings, and ensure compliance with project quality plans, safety guidelines, and BIM workflows in a collaborative, global engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in the design of multi-level residential, commercial and institutional projects.
• Registered Civil Engineer recognised by the licensure regulatory board.
• Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Applications.
• Experience with design software including RAM Concept, ETABS, RAM and Microstran.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Project Quality Plan.
• Organize and lead the Design Team including Engineers and Draftspersons.
• Coordinate with client and consultant team.
• Attend meetings to review progress and address technical issues.
• Review shop drawings and ensure drawings align with project requirements.
• Ensure QA and OH&S standards are followed.

Skills

Senior engineer level

English communication

Team management

Attention to detail

Client relations

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Registered Civil Engineer

Tools

RAPT

RAM Concept

Microstran

ETABS

BIM software

Job description

What you'll do:

• Reports to Workshare Manager.
• Assist the Senior lead as directed and as necessary.
• If appointed as Project Manager, shall:
  • Prepare Project Quality Plan;
  • Organize and lead the Design Team, which may consist of Engineers, Checkers and Draftspersons;
  • Coordinate with client and consultant team;
  • Hold regular meetings with the Design Team to check on the work progress and any technical issues;
  • Ensure incorporation of agreed changes in drawings/specifications; and keep proper records of the changes and prepare variation cost as necessary;
  • Carry out design; prepare/review project reports; ensure calculations/drawings/specifications are checked in accordance with Project Quality Plan;
  • Ensure that the document control system is implemented;
  • Attend meetings as required
  • Prepares/self-checks reports/design in accordance with the project requirements and compliance to appropriate codes.
  • Checks proper works of subordinates as to accuracy and adherence to the structural design intent and assumptions.
  • Provide drawings/sketches for own designs and produce sketches to incorporate in drawings by Technicians.
  • Ensures that the designs are correctly interpreted and represented in drawings.
  • Ensures markups are delivered to the drafting team in a timely manner
  • Reviews/incorporates comments of Design Checker.
  • Research design options and document findings
  • Review shop drawings
  • Collaborates and coordinates with team members and other disciplines
  • Attend and participate in WSP meetings as required
  • Perform quality design checks and drawing reviews as required
  • Organize, draft and coordinate technical documents and reports
  • Works towards continuous improvement of the team by utilizing standardized calculation systems
  • Carries out site inspections as instructed.
  • Undergoes relevant trainings as directed.
  • Comply with all role specific SHEQ obligations.
  • Apply legislations, standards, guidelines and project specifications.
  • Other duties as directed, to help company provide outstanding service to its customers

What we will love about you:

• Technical competence commensurate with a Senior Engineer’s role.
• A Registered Civil Engineer recognised by the relevant licensure regulatory board
• Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Applications
• Good English communication Skills
• Management ability relative to management of workload, systems and junior staff.
• Experience, skills and organisational knowledge
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in the design of multi-level residential, commercial and institutional projects
• Experience in the design of both reinforced & post-tensioned concrete and structural steelwork
• Experience in design software including RAPT, RAM Concept, Microstran, and ETABS
• Has worked within an international design office and familiar with the Australian Standards is a plus
• Ability to check documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• The ability to work as a team player, working with the wide variety of personalities and situations whilst remaining professional and outcome focused.
• The ability to work independently and to communicate clearly with clients, management team, office team members, colleagues and consultants.
• Attention to detail and the ability to follow up targets and deadlines to achieve outcomes.
• Experienced in providing key technical expertise across a broad range of projects. Self-aware of limitations and when should ask for help, balanced with confidence to proceed.
• Basic use of BIM Software and how to use and review models
• Demonstrated ability to apply safety in design processes on projects
• Experience in monitoring and managing the scope of multiple projects of varying complexity and size.
• Experienced in developing and maintaining client relationships
• Experienced in applying QA and OH&S systems. Auditing of other more junior staff.
• Contributed to building the technical capability of others and transferring technical expertise within the organization — Developing experience in managing small teams
• Active participation in IQBE initiatives and Discipline Plans
• Working knowledge of WSP's organisational capability and how to access it.
• Working knowledge of systems,procedures and practices
• Working knowledge of organisational approach to risk management, ethics and safety.