Job Description
Complex Building Design - Sydney
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SENIOR STRUCTURAL ENGINEER - Design Consultancy
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A well established and respected structural design
consultancydelivering
complex, design-led buildings across Australia is seeking aSenior Structural Engineer. Enjoygreater ownership, stronger project visibility, and real influence over outcomes.
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There is an immediate opportunity, with the team continuing to grow. This is not simply a design role - it is a position where senior engineers are trusted to lead design packages, stay involved through construction, and be recognised for the quality of their judgement.
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You will take carriage of mid- to large-scale building projects, remaining closely involved from concept through to construction-stage problem-solving. The role balances hands-on technical work with mentoring and coordination, making it ideal for someone who enjoys responsibility without being removed from engineering.
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Design exp includes:
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Structural design of complex, design-focused buildings
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End-to-end involvement from concept design through construction support
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Regular interaction with site teams to resolve real engineering issues
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Coordination with architects, services engineers, builders, and clients
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Contribution to technically challenging, architecturally ambitious projects
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What you'll be trusted with:
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Leading structural design packages and technical direction
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Maintaining design quality through delivery,



not just documentation
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Mentoring and developing junior engineers within the team
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Helping maintain steady coordination across disciplines
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You're likely to be a strong fit if:
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You have5+ years' experience in local building design
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Your background is firmly within a structural design consultancy
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You are comfortable using tools such as ETABS, RAPT, RAM Concept, SpaceGass, or Microstran
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You communicate clearly, keep work moving, and take responsibility for outcomes
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You enjoy technical problem-solving and supporting others' development
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Why engineers choose this team:
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Projects are architecturally significant and technically non-trivial
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Career progression is genuine and not constrained by rigid hierarchy
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Senior engineers have direct access to principals and technical leaders
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Ongoing technical development is embedded, not tokenistic
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The culture is social, supportive, and cooperative, with low ego and high trust
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This role suits a senior engineer who wants their work to bevisible, respected, and influential, and who sees value in staying close to both design intent and delivery.
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If you are looking for a role where your contribution genuinely matters - and where further opportunities may follow - a confidential discussion is encouraged.
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* ONLY THOSE WITH THE RIGHT TO WORK IN AUSTRALIA NEED APPLY *

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