Market Transportation At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
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In our transport work, that means designing innovative solutions to move people and goods safely and efficiently across the globe.
From rail systems mobilising accessible transit, to ports linking land and sea – when it comes to connecting the people and places of tomorrow, the future of transport depends on us.
Bring your curiosity, talent for multi-tasking, and extreme attention to detail, and we'll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together.
Join our dynamic team in Sydney as a Senior Civil Designer , leading geometric design production for roads, highways, and related civil projects in our Roads & Highways (R&H) section.
This position reports to a Lead Road Designer within the Roads & Highways section of the NSW Transport business.
The successful candidate will network with peers across the ANZ region to promote productivity and best practices within evolving Digital Engineering frameworks.
This role combines project leadership with championing our transition to OpenRoads technology.
Key Responsibilities: Spearhead geometric design production on assigned projects Serve as OpenRoads Lead, overseeing implementation and training Lead design teams on major projects and work independently on medium-scale initiatives Provide client-facing support and develop solutions with the engineering team Review design output of road designers within project teams Contribute to design production using OpenRoads Troubleshoot designs and foster a learning culture for team upskilling Guide junior designers and remote staff in OpenRoads application and design standards Interface with Design Managers, Project Engineers, and offshore Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teams Participate in team, project, and client meetings Support sales efforts through tender and proposal contributions Here's what you'll need Expertise in OpenRoads and other geometric road design software (12d, Civil 3D) Proficiency in creating 3D road design and federated BIM models Strong knowledge of design standards, particularly Austroads Excellent leadership and communication skills Ability to work in a collaborative, virtual environment Jacobs.
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From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions, we're committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you.
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We're the 2023 winners of the Consult Australia People First Award for our suite of employee benefits that support all our employees in all stages of their personal and professional lives.
For the 6th consecutive year, we've been named an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (Australia).
In New Zealand, we're a founding member of The Diversity Agenda and are committed to making our industry more inclusive and diverse.
In Australia, our Reconciliation journey continues to be a considerable focus across all levels of the Jacobs community as we progress our Innovate level Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).
Our Silver Employer status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI+ inclusion recognises our progress in creating an environment where our Jacobs employees can bring their whole selves to work.
We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do.
We know that if we're inclusive, we're more connected, and if diverse, we're more creative.
We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave.
This is reflected in our eight global Jacobs employee networks centred on driving inclusion and diversity – ACE, Careers, Enlace, Harambee, OneWorld, Prism, Vetnet, and our Women's Network – find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here.
No matter what drives you, you'll discover a way to cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.
We're an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates of diverse backgrounds to apply.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply.
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At Jacobs, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align with every requirement in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.
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