Structural Designer

Structural Designer / Drafter – Newcastle Location: Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Beca HunterH2O is the Australian water business of one of Asia Pacific’s largest independent advisory, design and engineering consultancies, Beca. We are a formidable team of 300+ water specialists passionate about healthy and sustainable communities. Our city and regional offices operate in Sydney, Melbourne, Newcastle, Tamworth, Brisbane and Adelaide. We combine specialist water expertise with access to more than 4,000 multidisciplinary specialists, bringing the best of Beca to our clients. Our purpose is to make everyday better, and our values – partnership, tenacity, enjoyment and care – sit at the heart of everything we do. Overview We are looking for a Structural Designer / Drafter to join our passionate team of engineers, designers and project managers. This role is Newcastle based and will support the design and delivery of a wide range of structural projects. Key Responsibilities Set up and manage project models and drawing sets in line with the BIM Execution Plan, naming conventions, coordinates, and worksets. Develop and maintain Revit families/AutoCAD blocks and standard details. Produce reinforcement detailing and schedules (bar bending lists) for walls, slabs, tanks, and associated structural components. Detail construction and movement joints, penetrations, and waterproofing elements to meet durability and leakage performance. Coordinate interfaces with civil, geotechnical, mechanical and architectural disciplines; participate in model reviews. Prepare concept, tender and construction deliverables (GA plans, sections, details, notes) and manage revisions, transmittals, and document control in the common data environment (e.g. ACC). Assist with quantity take‑offs from models/drawings and support buildability reviews. Support design verification and QA/QC: check prints, red‑pen mark‑ups, self‑checks, peer reviews, and maintain drafting checklists. Provide construction‑phase support: respond to RFIs, issue mark‑ups/sketches, and produce as‑built/record drawings. Contribute to continuous improvement: maintain templates and standards, capture lessons learned, and mentor junior drafters. About You You'll be seeking fulfilment through autonomy, career flexibility, and working for a business that provides purpose and relevance. You have outstanding communication skills, the ability to influence and drive successful project outcomes, and experience delivering projects as part of a multi‑disciplinary and multi‑office team. Qualifications Completed relevant tertiary qualifications. Skills & Experience Experience producing structural designs and drawings in AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit. Proven experience drafting and detailing concrete and steel structures, with sound understanding of construction methodologies and buildability. Demonstrated working knowledge of the relevant Australian Standards and Codes, with the ability to interpret and apply them to deliver compliant drawings and models. Strong problem‑solving skills, meticulous attention to detail, and rigorous checking/quality control. Well‑developed verbal and written communication skills; proven ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams. Mindset and Behaviours Safety‑first, risk‑based approach to all design delivery. Commitment to working safely within the company’s HSEQ systems. Enthusiastic and motivated to learn from peers and senior team members. Desirable Interest or experience in water and wastewater treatment. What We Offer Flexibility & Wellbeing: Flexible working options and dedicated leave for wellbeing and community engagement. Belonging & Ownership: Diverse and inclusive team with unique shareholder opportunities. Parental Leave: Up to 14 weeks of fully paid parental leave, inclusive of all genders. Career Growth & Development: Continuous learning, training programs, and support for professional accreditation. Who is Beca? Beca is one of the Asia‑Pacific region's largest employee‑owned professional services consultancies. Our team of over 4,000 professionals is diverse and brings a wide range of perspectives to every client. Our vision – ‘Creative people together transforming our world’ – reflects our culture, aspirations and purpose. We make everyday better for our clients, our people and our community. Ready to make the move? If you want to make everyday better, apply online today For further information, visit Beca Water Opportunities . #J-18808-Ljbffr