Senior Structural Drafter / Lead Technician

  • Christchurch
  • Full time
  • Engineering
  • Posted 17 days ago

Job Description

The Company:
A leading multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with a team of specialists in structural design, delivering projects nationwide. They are renowned for their award-winning work on high-end architectural builds, multi-storey commercial offices, industrial warehouses, hotels, educational institutions, and retail spaces.

The Role:
As a Senior Structural Technician, you’ll be joining a medium-sized consultancy in their Christchurch office, where you'll mentor and lead a team of 4 Drafters. You will have experience in the NZ market as an accomplished Revit Technician with a strong understanding of NZ Building Codes and Standards. As a recognised Senior Revit Technician, you'll play a key role in managing project workflows, overseeing your team's progress, and contributing to projects across the country.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Drafters, ensuring high-quality outputs and professional growth.
  • Establish and maintain drafting standards to improve efficiency and consistency.
  • Utilise Revit and other software to produce accurate, high-quality structural drawings.
  • Coordinate with engineers, architects, and contractors to ensure seamless project execution.
  • Review and refine Revit models to optimise efficiency and enhance project workflows.
  • Conduct site inspections and provide on-site support as needed.
  • Stay up to date with industry advancements, implementing best practices and emerging technologies in structural drafting.
Benefits:

With a stable project pipeline, their Directors and Leaders continue to secure exciting opportunities, ensuring a steady workload and long-term career security for their team.
  • Work your own projects and mentor junior staff, positioning yourself as a key leader in the business.
  • Work on award-winning and diverse projects that challenge and inspire.
  • Enjoy a great work-life balance and industry-leading remuneration.
For further information, contact Lucy at llyttelton@gradarecruitment.com or 020 4025 8265 for a confidential discussion. Apply via the links provided.