Senior Structural Technician

WSP in Manila; Pasig; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Manila is seeking a Senior Structural Drafter for Ortigas Center, Pasig. You will review drawings for CAD standards, mentor junior drafters, and lead drafting tasks on projects of varying complexity. The role emphasizes BIM/DE knowledge, collaboration, and timely delivery of coordinated designs.

The candidate should have 8+ years of structural drafting experience, proficiency with Autodesk/Revit and Civil 3D, and be able to work in a busy, global engineering environment in the Philippines.

Qualifications

• <1>Graduate of technical course or BS Engineering/BS Architecture (minimum).
• <2>At least 8 years of relevant structural drafting experience.
• <3>Willing to work full-time in Ortigas Center, Pasig.

Responsibilities

• Undertake reviews of engineering drawings to ensure compliance with CAD Standards and Quality Systems.
• Manage and monitor the quality of work performed by others and promote technical excellence through mentoring and training less experienced drafters.
• May function as Project Team Lead Technician, managing drafting aspects, deliverables, and communication between engineering and drafting staff.
• Coordinate with Project Lead to establish priorities and deadlines for drawing production.
• Develop general arrangement drawings from sketches and inputs, transforming concepts into coordinated designs.
• Ensure clarity, completeness, presentation, and accuracy of drawings and materials produced.
• Apply drafting standards, QA, document control, and archiving guidelines across work.
• Support project setup by agreeing drawing strategy, size, and numbering with the project lead.
• Mentor others and contribute to building technical capability within the organization.

Skills

Drafting skills

Detailing

BIM/DE process

Mentoring

Communication

CAD team experience

Team collaboration

Education

BS Engineering / BS Architecture

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Autodesk Civil 3D

Bentley MicroStation

ProjectWise

Autodesk Construction Cloud

12D Synergy

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:

• Undertake reviews of engineering drawings to ensure compliance with CAD Standards and
  Quality Systems.
• Manage and monitor the quality of work performed by others and promote a culture of technical
  excellence through mentoring and training less experienced drafters.
• May function as Project Team Lead Technician and manage the drafting aspects of projects of
  varying complexity and size, including planning and controlling deliverables, resource management, and maintaining communication between engineering and drafting staff on the project.
• Possess appropriate time management skills and flexibility to allow for the management of a
  varying workload.
• Actively assist colleagues in achieving improved client feedback results, enhancing satisfaction,
  and exceeding client expectations.
• Comply with all role‑specific SHEQ obligations as required.
• Assist project setup by agreeing drawing strategy, type and size of drawings, and drawing
  numbering with the project lead, and
• Identify and recommend effective methods of drawing production to ensure efficient methods of
  working.
• Coordinate with the Project Lead to establish priorities and agree on drawing production
  deadlines
• Develop general arrangement drawings based on engineer’s sketches and inputs from other
  design team members, transforming conceptual sketches into coordinated design details unassisted.
• Responsible for the clarity, completeness, presentation, and accuracy of drawings and materials
  produced
• Apply prescribed drafting standards and procedures in all drawing production activities
• Adhere to QA, document control, and archiving guidelines on all work
• Conscientiously works towards the team’s objectives and adheres to the company’s policy
• Work collaboratively with project team members on designated project activities
• Perform tasks assigned by the Principal Structural Technician or Drafting CAD Lead / Bridges
  Discipline Lead / Transport GCC Head in line with his experience, discipline, and/or qualifications.

Qualifications

Graduate of any technical course or at least three (3) years in BS Engineering or BS Architecture
course

At least 8 years of relevant structural drafting experience

Willing to work on a Full-Time basis in Ortigas Center, Pasig.

Experience, Skills And Organisational Knowledge

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.

High-level drafting & detailing skills

Sound understanding of industry products and their integration with the BIM/DE process.

Contributes to building the technical capability of others and transferring technical expertise within
the organization. Mentors others.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Experience of working on several sized projects, as CAD support and as part of a wider CAD
team

Advance skill in the following drafting and modelling software

• Autodesk (Revit, C3D, and/or CAD)
• Bently (Microstation) is an advantage

Proficient in using ProjectWise, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and/or 12D Synergy

Preferably with experience on Australian and/or New Zealand Projects

Prepares engineering drawings from sketches and design information unassisted

General awareness of Industry products and their integration with the BIM/DE process

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to work effectively and efficiently on global network computers using current software
applications

Self-starter and stays flexible when priorities quickly change

Strong team worker, with an enthusiastic, can-do approach, with the ability to collaborate and
work effectively as ‘one team’

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?

Responsibilities

• Undertake reviews of engineering drawings to ensure compliance with CAD Standards and
  Quality Systems.
• Manage and monitor the quality of work performed by others and promote a culture of technical
  excellence through mentoring and training less experienced drafters.
• May function as Project Team Lead Technician and manage the drafting aspects of projects of
  varying complexity and size, including planning and controlling deliverables, resource management, and maintaining communication between engineering and drafting staff on the project.
• Possess appropriate time management skills and flexibility to allow for the management of a
  varying workload.
• Actively assist colleagues in achieving improved client feedback results, enhancing satisfaction,
  and exceeding client expectations.
• Comply with all role‑specific SHEQ obligations as required.
• Assist project setup by agreeing drawing strategy, type and size of drawings, and drawing
  numbering with the project lead, and
• Identify and recommend effective methods of drawing production to ensure efficient methods of
  working.
• Coordinate with the Project Lead to establish priorities and agree on drawing production
  deadlines
• Develop general arrangement drawings based on engineer’s sketches and inputs from other
  design team members, transforming conceptual sketches into coordinated design details unassisted.
• Responsible for the clarity, completeness, presentation, and accuracy of drawings and materials
  produced
• Apply prescribed drafting standards and procedures in all drawing production activities
• Adhere to QA, document control, and archiving guidelines on all work
• Conscientiously works towards the team’s objectives and adheres to the company’s policy
• Work collaboratively with project team members on designated project activities
• Perform tasks assigned by the Principal Structural Technician or Drafting CAD Lead / Bridges
  Discipline Lead / Transport GCC Head in line with his experience, discipline, and/or qualifications.