Principal Structural Technician, Bridges

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Main activities and responsibilities includes:

• Responsible for the accuracy of all structural drafting tasks.
• Ensures all drawings are checked before they are issued to the client.
• Ensures all drawings comply with CAD Standards and Quality Systems relevant to specialization and location
• Undertake reviews of engineering drawings to ensure compliance with CAD Standards and Quality Systems.
• Carries out audits of drawings-in-progress, as well as the final drawings.
• Responsible for the development of drawings from designer sketches and working sheets to the final outputs taking into consideration the clarity, completeness, and accuracy of the plan.
• Accountable for the coordination and production of drawings and drafting requirements of the assigned project/s.
• Mentors staff on drafting procedures and approaches to performing tasks.
• Responsible for maintaining backup of drawing files – hard and soft copies for record and future references.
• Carry out cross-discipline reviews, constructability checks, and clash detection reviews
• Evaluate staff performance in line with HR procedures.
• Conscientiously works towards the group's objectives and adheres to the company's policy.
• Perform tasks assigned by the Drafting CAD Lead/ Bridges Discipline Lead / Transport Manila Operations Manager/ Regional Team Executive in line with his experience, discipline, or qualifications.

Qualifications (minimum and desirable):

• Diploma of Engineering or Advanced Diploma of Engineering equivalent to Senior Technical Associate – CADD or Graduate of any technical course or at least three (3) years in BS Engineering or BS Architecture course.
• Must have a strong presentation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Collaborates effectively with others across functions.
• Self-starter and stays flexible when priorities quickly change.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently on global networked computers using current software applications.

Experience, Capabilities & Competencies:

• At least fifteen (15+) years of relevant structural drafting experience
• Highly skilled in drafting and detailing complex designs.
• High-level use and understanding of Autodesk (Revit, C3D, and AutoCAD) and Bentley (Microstation, OBM, and OBD) drafting software.
• Proficiency in using ProjectWise and/or 12D Synergy.
• Prepares complex quality engineering drawing deliverables from sketches, calculations, and/or specifications.
• Experience in a senior team role
• Exposure to different business models and industry best practice
• Preferably with experience on Australian projects
• Proven ability to provide key technical expertise across a broad range of high-profile projects.
• Strong understanding of industry products and their integration with the BIM/DE process
• High-level skills in applying safety in design practices and processes.
• Built technical, operational, and commercial capability of others (training and mentoring) and transferred expertise within the organization.

At WSP, you'll be part of a supportive organisation that encourages continued development through structured technical/management training, global and local practice networks, and wellbeing programs.

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