Senior Structural Engineer, Bridges and Civil Structures

Senior Structural Engineer, Bridges and Civil Structures

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The Senior Structural Engineer is responsible for providing technical expertise on a range of projects, managing a variety of small to medium-sized projects, producing high-quality reports, and maintaining the existing client base.

Main Responsibilities include:

• Comply with all role-specific Safety, Health, Environment, & Quality (SHEQ) obligations
• Comply with the WSP OH&S System and development of site-specific health and safety plans as well as WSP Quality System and Code of Ethics
• Represent WSP to a professional standard at all times
• Manage and monitor the technical quality of work performed by the team and promote a culture of technical excellence within the team
• Review or verify and interpret engineering drawings and reports and provide technical input into a diverse range of projects to ensure work complies with quality system and client requirements
• Undertakes a variety of projects, including bridges, tunnels, rail, and miscellaneous steel and concrete structures
• Manages day-to-day tasks of projects of varying complexity and size
• May function as a Project Manager / Task Leader on specific projects as assigned
• Liaises with other disciplines in report and proposal preparation
• Working knowledge of structural analysis programs and using these to deliver bridge and other transport structures
• Working knowledge of 3D modelling tools to deliver projects in the Digital Engineering Framework
• Assisting in the preparation of specifications, proposals, and other documentation under supervision
• Ability to utilise a variety of standard engineering methods and techniques in problem solving
• Develop appropriate time management skills and flexibility to allow for the management of a varying workload
• Reviews the work of engineers, drafters, and others who assist in specific assignments
• Carry out cross-discipline reviews, constructability checks, and clash detection reviews
• Provide mentoring and guidance in technical and project delivery to other Structural Engineers in the team
• Keeps abreast of new developments and methods relevant to area of expertise
• Adheres to prescribed Design Standards and Design Quality Procedures
• Conscientiously work toward the group’s objectives and adhere to the company’s policy
• Performs tasks assigned by Bridges Discipline Lead/ Regional Executive in line with experience, discipline, or qualifications

Qualifications (minimum and desirable):

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Preferably a Licensed Civil Engineer
• Member of chartered status of CPENG (Desired)
• At least eight (8) years relevant work experience
• Proven structural design experience for bridges, ground support, tunnel linings, and/or retaining walls
• Proven knowledge in using software for structural analysis e.g. MIDAS Civil, Autodesk Structural Bridge Design (ASBD), STAAD, SPACE GASS or similar packages (e.g., Microstran, CSI Bridge)
• Proficiency in Projectwise, Blue Beam Revu, AutoCAD/Microstation/Revit, MS Word and MS Excel
• Experience in monitoring and managing the scope of multiple projects of varying complexity and size
• Competent and experienced in providing technical expertise across a broad range of projects without close supervision
• Experienced in managing risk on substantial projects
• Delivered best client outcomes/options which have saved the client cost and/or time
• Demonstrated ability to apply safety in design processes on projects
• Knowledgeable of local and/or international design standards; preferably with experience on Australian projects
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Personal Attributes:

• Good leadership skills
• Enthusiastic; assertive and courageous decision-making skills
• Strong relationship-building capability, collaboration, influencing and communication skills across country cultures
• Presents a professional image
• Balances innovation, quality and technical excellence with delivery to timelines and cost
• Open to receiving and providing constructive feedback
• Flexible to meet project outcomes
• Manages self and others under pressure
• Future-minded and strategic

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