At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting structural engineering projects and mentor junior engineers.
- Company: WSP, a global leader in engineering with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Flexible working, competitive pay, parental leave, and global mobility opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace promoting diversity and supporting various communities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on landmark projects while shaping your unique career.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's to Master's in Civil/Structural Engineering with 8-12 years of experience.
The predicted salary is between 76500 - 93500 $ per year.
Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia or Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
Key responsibilities
- Project lead work across the design, delivery and tender phases for multi-year/packaged work for turnkey projects;
- Ensure timely and quality of delivery for project and structural engineering work in support of relevant technical, commercial and regulatory standards – and in alignment with schedules and budgets;
- Handle ongoing communication and highly effective professional relationships with local clients;
- Manage effective stakeholder relationships, both internally and externally;
- Provide sound technical/delivery guidance for the team;
- Mentor, train and develop the careers of junior engineers;
- Partner with internal stakeholders and a collaborative, national team in a multidisciplinary engineering setting.
Experience & Skills
- Bachelor to Masters’ level degree (Civil/Structural Engineering); RPEQ qualified or close to completion
- Minimum 8-12 years post graduate industry experience
- Commercial experience in Australia or New Zealand on medium/large building structure engineering projects is essential.
- Exposure across a range of local building sectors, e.g., transport, health, retail, defence;
- Familiar with ETABS, RAM Concept and Microstran
- Solid consultancy experience in a client facing role with ability to lead projects
- Track record of effective cross-discipline project delivery
- Experience coaching & mentoring junior engineers across technical and project delivery aspects.
- Ability to obtain Australian Defence Force security clearance (Aus Citizenship required) would be preferred but not essential
WSP prioritises the health and wellbeing of our people by offering flexible working, 12 months parental leave, opportunities for global mobility, purchased additional leave, and competitive remuneration among many more benefits designed to help you shine. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equal opportunity workplace. We promote Indigenous voices and are actively delivering a ‘Stretch’ level Reconciliation Action Plan. Accredited by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency as an Employer of Choice, we also support the LGBTQI+ community, and encourage all employees to bring their whole selves to work.
Senior Structural Engineer employer: WSP
WSP is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and inclusive work environment in Brisbane where you can significantly impact major infrastructure and asset management decisions. With a strong commitment to employee growth, flexible working arrangements, and a vibrant workplace culture that values diversity and innovation, WSP provides clear pathways for career progression while supporting your professional development through exposure to a diverse portfolio of strategic advisory projects.
