Tailings Design Modeller

GHD; Quezon City; Hybrid; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Tailings Design Modeller in the Philippines to join our engineering team. You will model tailings storage facilities and related civil works, using Civil 3D to deliver earthworks, drainage and roads designs in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

The role offers hybrid work with in-office days and opportunities to lead project packages. You will typically bring 3–5 years of tailings or civil infrastructure experience, strong Civil 3D skills, and a keen eye for detail

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of tailings or civil infrastructure design experience.
• Proficient in Civil 3D and 3D modelling.
• Ability to interpret engineering designs and project specs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update 3D models and drawings for tailings facilities.
• Support civil modelling across dams, earthworks, roads, drainage.
• Prepare drawings and design documentation using Civil 3D.
• Collaborate with engineers to refine designs.
• Potential to lead a Tailings project package.
• Support design reviews across project stages.

Skills

Tailings design

Civil 3D

Earthworks

Dams design

Multidisciplinary teams

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

Job Description

Shape safer, more sustainable tailings solutions.

We’re looking for a Tailings Design Modeller to join our team.

In this role, you’ll support the modelling and design of tailings storage facilities and associated civil works, including earthworks, grading, drainage and roads. You’ll work alongside engineers and multidisciplinary project teams to develop practical design solutions across tailings, earthworks and civil infrastructure projects.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and update 3D models and design drawings for tailings storage facilities and associated infrastructure.
• Support civil modelling and design across dams, earthworks, grading, roads and drainage.
• Prepare drawings, plans, sections and design documentation using Civil 3D.
• Work closely with engineers and multidisciplinary teams to develop and refine designs.
• Coordination and the opportunity to lead a project package on a Tailings project.
• Support design reviews and updates throughout different stages of project delivery.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong hands‑on experience in tailings projects and Civil 3D, particularly across civil modelling, dams, earthworks, grading, roads, drainage and design documentation.
• Around 3–5 years’ relevant experience in tailings, mining or civil infrastructure design and modelling.
• Experience developing 3D models and engineering drawings using Civil 3D.
• Good understanding of earthworks, grading, drainage and civil infrastructure design.
• Ability to interpret engineering designs, technical requirements and project specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.

Our Hybrid Work Model

Be part of our dynamic culture! Our workplace combines in-office collaboration with flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and collaborate with the team.

This role can be based in our Makati, Quezon or Cebu City office, depending on your home base or location.

About Us

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GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee‑owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.

The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.