The CompanyNorthrop Consulting Engineers is an employee owned, multi-discipline consultancy that has been established for nearly 50 years. We have an open management structure that embodies a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce for all our employees.
We currently employ over 500 team members across NSW, ACT, QLD, and VIC. We are essentially a people business that grows by creating opportunities for our people to help build the business and their career. When you join Northrop, you join a company that will support you to excel both professionally and personally.
The projects we undertake come in all sizes across a range of sectors including age care, health, education, land development, commercial, industrial and residential.The Role
Our Sydney Civil Section has a great team culture that prioritises learning and development. You will be joining a professional and collaborative team that comprises of engineers, designers, drafters, graduates and undergraduates, working on a varied scope of projects within the built environment.
With a strong pipeline of upcoming built form projects with new and existing clients, you will be leading projects whilst supported by a close-knit management team. You will be client facing, with the autonomy of leading projects from concept to construction and technical job delivery – with the support to help you succeed.
You will be part of a growing office with a great culture that includes regular team catch ups, office events and regular social activities.
Key components of this role include, but are not limited to:
* Opportunity to lead project teams where you take the lead on technical delivery of civil projects across built form, road infrastructure, high-density precinct development and public domain works.
* Assist junior team members in the planning of their project time each week.
* Act as a mentor to up-and-coming talented engineers.
* Contribute to technical development across the civil section.
* Take the lead on client interaction and leading project teams, attending design review meetings and design coordination.
The Candidate
Applications are sought from candidates with the following attributes:
* Ideally 2-5 years of local experience working as a civil engineering consultant on built form projects.
* Tertiary qualification in Engineering and ideally CPEng certified or working towards CPEng.
* Experience in preparing detailed design and documentation of roads, intersections, pavements, earthworks, and stormwater drainage.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks at the same time, whilst working autonomously.
* Understanding of local government regulatory frameworks and statutory compliance requirements.
* A strong grasp and consistent track record of using 12D
* Competent and independent use of other civil modelling software such as DRAINS, MUSIC, Autoturn and AutoCAD.
* Organise and coordinate people and work in a decisive manner.
* Excellent communication skills - able to speak and write clearly, concisely, and compellingly
* Creative problem-solving skills to continually finds ways to overcome challenges and obstacles
* Strong team ethic to work collaboratively across multiple offices.
* Handles interruptions, changes, and challenges
What does working at Northrop look like to you?At Northrop we understand that the key to success is our people. Together we are creating a workplace that values an inclusive culture. We are proud of our family feel and collaborative working environment.
* We practice flexible working and are open to discussions about what that means for you
* Benchmarked salary package with annual salary reviews
* Flexible working hours
* Paid parental leave (primary carer, maternity and partner leave)
* Salary income protection insurance
* Respectful, supportive and collaborative culture
* We Empower: Mentoring programs, internal and external training and monthly career development/one-on-ones
How to apply?To apply for this role, please submit a comprehensive resume as well as a brief covering letter by clicking on the "Apply" tab.
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Northrop is an equal opportunity employer.