Position: Construction Designer / Structural Detailer
Salary: Php 80,000 - Php 120,000/month
Working Hours & Conditions: AU Working Hours and Holidays
Employment: Full Time - Independent Contractor
ABOUT THE COMPANY:
The company is a leading provider of modular building solutions, delivering designed, engineered, and compliant space solutions across various industries. Driven by core values of safety, quality, collaboration, innovation, client focus, and continuous improvement, company’s delivers functional, sustainable, and highly tailored space solutions that meet strict client and regulatory requirements.
ROLE OVERVIEW:
The Construction Designer / Structural Detailer is responsible for preparing fully coordinated detailed drawings, site layouts, and Development Approval (DA) packages in accordance with Australian Standards, National Construction Code (NCC) requirements, and project specifications. This role involves modeling structural steel in Revit and detailing light gauge steel framing using Framecad to deliver precise, clear, and buildable documentation packages for manufacturing, construction, and sales teams.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design & Structural Detailing
- Interpret and translate client briefs, standard specifications, and tender requirements into 3D models, architectural drawings (plans and elevations), site layouts, and Development Approval (DA) packages.
- Model structural steel in Autodesk Revit and document light gauge steel framing systems using Framecad detailing software.
- Prepare complete, clear, accurate, and practical production drawing packages for manufacturing and assembly.
- Generate sales drawing packages and final "AS BUILT" drawing sets.
- Maintain complete drawing registers and transmittal records.
Stakeholder & Consultant Coordination
- Coordinate closely with internal stakeholders, external consultants, and multi-disciplinary teams to produce a fully coordinated, checked set of documentation.
- Actively participate in project documentation across all stages, from initial design through to manufacturing.
- Participate in product inspections and the handover of manufactured modular units.
Quality, Compliance & Continuous Improvement
- Ensure all designs and documentation strictly conform with Australian Standards, the National Construction Code (NCC), and company’s operating standards.
- Comply with quality management systems following national quality system formats and company’s Integrated Management Systems (IMS).
- Identify and raise opportunities for improvement through Ausco’s continuous improvement initiatives.
HSE, Governance & Commercial Accountabilities
- Follow all workplace Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) directions, life-saving rules, and safety protocols.
- Promptly report hazards or workplace safety/environmental incidents.
- Manage design resources cost-effectively and ensure deliverables stay within agreed project budgets.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to all corporate governance, policies, and legislative requirements.
Requirements
- Experience: Minimum 4+ years of design and drafting experience in the building industry, including at least 2 years of experience working offshore for Australian companies.
- Education: Formal qualifications in Engineering, Architecture, Certificate IV in Engineering Drafting, Building Design Drafter, or a related discipline.
- Framecad Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience using Framecad light gauge steel detailing software.
- Revit Proficiency: Essential experience and comprehensive understanding of Autodesk Revit to generate working drawings and model structural steel.
- Standards & Codes: Demonstrated understanding and strong working knowledge of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, and building regulations.
Preferred
- Prior experience or specialized knowledge within the modular building industry.
- Software exposure to Tekla Structures or Advance Steel.
What You’ll Bring
- Technical Expertise: Advanced skills in architectural documentation, light gauge steel detailing, and structural steel modeling.
- Communication & Collaboration: Professional written and verbal communication with strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
- Problem-Solving & Autonomy: Strong analytical problem-solving abilities with the capacity to work independently with limited supervision.
- Time Management: Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle fast-paced turnarounds and tight project timelines.
- Adaptability & Values: High capacity to rapidly learn new software and tools, with a positive, safety-focused attitude that aligns with continuous improvement and corporate values.
