The Company:

Van der Meer Consulting is a multi-disciplinary Structural, Civil, Hydraulic and Fire engineering consultancy with offices in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney. Our expanding company is currently seeking a suitably qualified Senior Structural Engineer to join our Sydney office.

The Role:

As a Senior Engineer you will contribute to the design and delivery of structural engineering solutions for complex building projects including multiple buildings, complex geometry and high-rise developments. You will guide projects from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with design codes, quality standards, and client requirements.

Your Responsibilities:

- Execution of structural designs including modelling, analysis, manual calculations, preparation of detailed drawings, reports, and presentations.
- Ensure all structural designs comply with relevant codes, standards, and in alignment with schedules and budget
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and BIM technicians.
- Participate in project meetings, offering technical insights and resolving structural engineering challenges.
- Conduct site inspections, ensuring adherence to design and safety standards.
- Coordinate with clients, contractors, architectural and other consultants to secure approvals and maintain compliance.

Education and Experience:

The successful candidate will have the following:

- Bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (post graduate degree is preferred)
- Minimum 7 years of experience in structural engineering and minimum 3 years’ experience in Australia,



gained within a consultancy environment preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in the design of projects in the residential, commercial, retail and industrial sectors.
- Proven expertise in steel and concrete design

Skills and Personal Attributes:

- Sound knowledge and application of Australian Standard design codes, relevant design techniques and construction procedures and techniques.
- Strong analytical and technical skills with experience in designing complex projects
- Proficiency in structural design software (e.g. ETABS, RAM Concept, SPACEGASS, STAND, PLAXIS)
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
- Must have good interpersonal skills and be able to communicate and work with draftsmen, engineers, architects and design managers.
- Ability to undertake some Business Development activities such as increasing client base and retaining current clients.
- Have direct dealing with clients, government bodies and contractors/ builders.
- Proven track record of working to tight deadlines and within budget.
- Critically review design drawings and documentation.
- Be enthusiastic and committed to facilitating client needs.
- Must demonstrate initiative and be a team player.

Rewards:

- Outstanding range of benefits, including competitive salary
- Friendly and experienced team environment
- Professional development and good advancement prospects
- Regular social events

Apply now and let's have a conversation. To be considered for this position you must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

📌 Senior Structural Engineer (Sydney)
🏢 Van Der Meer Consulting
📍 Sydney