DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Undertake and lead assignments in Australia and overseas
• Deliver engineering solutions and report results to managers and clients
• Undertake structural design and analysis using design software across a broad range of structural types and using various international standards
• Assist with coordinating design as part of an internal team and liaising with external associated professionals and our clients
• Monitor staff time and budgets against assignment programme and agree appropriate actions where necessary
• Assist in the management of the design process that may include other related design disciplines/teams
• Assist in sourcing and developing business opportunities, producing tenders, and building client relationships
• Assist and support the development and maintenance of a high level of technical capability to deliver the service offerings targeted
• Assisting with the organisation and management of the technical staff, acting as a line manager as required, supporting staff recruitment, training, CPD and implementation of ‘Best Practice’ and procedures
• Assist Graduates with development and through the processes and requirements for their Chartership
• Assist in providing appropriate resources for the successful delivery of assignments, maximising fee income
• Adopt procedures for standardisation of work products and deliverables, and peer review to ensure consistency and excellence in service delivery of the Company’s technical work product
• Implement and adhere to Company procedures in the management, delivery and administration of Services
• Maintain strong relationships with other disciplines within the firm
• Embrace organisational change and influence others to modify behaviour and attitudes as required
• Have an understanding and awareness of the company values and business plan and your contribution to both
• Observe and maintain Company Health & Safety Policy and Environment Policies across all activities

KEY EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• A degree qualified Civil Engineer, with or working towards Chartership with Engineers Australia
• Working knowledge of structural processes and design, with a particular emphasis on data interpretation, design & analysis, construction and advanced numerical modelling
• Structural design experience including bridges, foundations, retaining structures, marine structures, jetties etc.
• Working knowledge of Australian Standards and other national and international industry standards, contracts, methodologies and procedures
• Experience of computer analysis of structures and design of structural elements in common materials i.e. steel, concrete, composite
• Experience should include large scale (c. $200m+), high profile infrastructure projects
• Experience at Assignment Manager and Designer level with a proven record of managing and delivering assignments to programme and budget
• Proven ability to build, maintain and develop relationships with clients

COMPETENCIES:

• Technical: Strong skills and knowledge, undertakes tasks in a cogent manner involving the wider team as needed
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills; ability to communicate, listen and influence all levels of people effectively.  Excellent reporting / writing and strong presentation skills
• Critical Thinking: Ability to respond quickly to changing circumstances whilst maintaining a clear view of overall priorities.  Ability to work under pressure to ensure deadlines are met, whilst maintaining a high quality of work
• Team: Excellent team working skills; able to lead, contribute to and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams in a matrix environment
• Leadership: Demonstrates high standards, seeks to exceed client expectations and create a collaborative and supportive environment. Mentoring skills to train and develop other engineers and technicians
• Project Management: Results orientated with a strong drive to deliver success, a proven ability to manage small – medium budgets, projects and programmes of work to agreed targets and priorities.  Able to make timely, rational decisions with the information available and understands when to seek guidance and support

IT SKILLS:

• Knowledge and experience in structural analysis/finite element software such as LUSAS, MasterFrame, RM Bridge, SAM (Autodesk Structural Bridge Design), Midas, etc
• Excellent Microsoft Office abilities (particularly Excel)
• Programming / scripting knowledge

PERSONAL STYLE AND BEHAVIOUR:

• Self-motivated and committed, with a high degree of integrity
• A team player who seeks to positively contribute to the working group with a collaborative attitude
• Convincing in terms of a capacity to translate objectives into effective practical steps
• Able to perform effectively within changing environments; demonstrates willingness and flexibility of availability to meet business needs
• Demonstrates a strong need to achieve, setting high standards for self and others. Committed to the value of own role, takes initiative and focuses on improving business performance