October 18, 2024

Norman Disney & Young (NDY)

Canberra

Structural Lead

The Opportunity

Canberra location.
Exposure to varied high profile projects & clients across building services and specialised structural engineering.
Flexible working environment and 5 weeks annual leave.
The successful candidate will be entitled to NDY Employee Benefits

The Position

As the Structural Engineer Lead at NDY, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional structural engineering services throughout the project lifecycle. Based in Canberra, you will work independently and as part of multi-discipline project teams to achieve outstanding results.
Key Responsibilities:

Deliver technically excellent engineering designs and consultancy services to our clients
Take on a senior design engineer role in various projects
Mentor and support the technical development of junior team members
Assist with bid preparation and submissions as needed
Build and maintain strong client relationships and secure new projects
Promote a culture of safety and quality within the team
Demonstrate resilience and adaptability in leading projects and teams
Foster a people-first, supportive leadership style that prioritizes team well-being and development.

Who we’re looking for:

5-10 years Structural engineering professional with a relevant tertiary qualification
Significant experience at a Senior Engineer level, ideally within a consulting engineering background
Expertise in structural investigations of existing structures and construction phase inspections
Flexibility to work on projects ranging from minor reviews to major structural developments
Experience across the full project lifecycle, including project delivery
Chartered Engineering status is desirable, or eligibility to apply for CPEng/NER
Knowledge of relevant Australian codes and standards, and proficiency in designing RC/PT concrete, structural steel, and mass timber
Proficiency in structural analysis software such as RAM Concept, RAPT, Spacegass, ETABS, SAP2000, or similar.

Training and Development

NDY has a strong focus on the development of our staff and training will be a key element of this development whether on internal or external training courses. We will develop a career plan for each staff member that will focus on core elements of your role to provide you with a clear progression in your career path.