Senior Civil Drafter

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Northrop Full time

Who are we?
Northrop Consulting Engineers is an employee owned; multi-discipline consultancy that has been established for over 45 years. We have an open management structure that embodies a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce for all our employees.

We currently employ over 500+ team members across ten offices in NSW, ACT, QLD, and VIC. We have a strong values-based culture of realising potential which means developing and empowering our people to be leaders and agents of positive change for the community, our people, projects and clients.

The projects we undertake come in all sizes across a range of sectors including age care, health, education, land development, commercial, industrial and residential

The impact you'll have.
As part of our Civil team in Brisbane, you will bring along your previous consulting drafting experience and join us to assist with significant growth as you take on a strong pipeline of project work, working immediately on a wide range of interesting and challenging civil projects.

Our team delivers various types of technically challenging projects across urban renewal / development and municipal infrastructure (earthworks, storm water, sewer, water, pavements, and road design, among others)

What we're looking for?
We are looking for someone who wants to take control of their career and provide pathways for their team to operate successfully and achieve their career goals.

In order to be successful in this role, you will also need to possess:

  • Proven experience as a civil drafter within Engineering Consultancies.
  • Experience within land development.
  • Relevant Tertiary Qualifications.
  • The ability to manage multiple projects and goals at the same time, whilst working autonomously.
  • Understanding of local and state government regulatory frameworks and statuary compliance requirements.
  • Essential to have experience with AutoCAD.
  • Experience with Civil 3D or 12D Model is highly desirable.
  • Excellent communication skills - able to speak and write clearly, concisely, and compellingly in managing external consultants.
  • Creative problem-solving skills to continually finds ways to overcome challenges and obstacles.
  • Strong team ethic to work collaboratively across functional group


What does working at Northrop look like to you?
At Northrop we are proud of our collaborative working environment. We are a people business and by joining Northrop you'll be able to build and foster meaningful relationships with your colleagues, clients, and the community.

Northrop recognises that a talented and diverse workforce is fundamental to building a commercially strong and client focused organisation so candidates who can contribute to our workforce are encouraged to apply.

At Northrop we understand that the key to success is our people. Together we are creating a workplace that values an inclusive culture.

  • We practice flexible working and are open to discussions about what that means for you
  • Benchmarked salary package with annual salary reviews
  • Flexible working hours
  • Paid parental leave (primary carer, maternity and partner leave)
  • Salary income protection insurance
  • Respectful, supportive and collaborative culture
  • We Empower: Mentoring programs, internal and external training and monthly career development/one-on-ones

How to apply?
To apply for this role, please submit a comprehensive resume by clicking on the "Apply" tab.

To arrange a confidential conversation regarding this opportunity please contact our Talent Acquisition Manager Lewis Crosbie at or on

If this role is not quite what you are after but are interested in finding out more about future opportunities with Northrop, please head over to our EOI link:

Northrop is an equal opportunity employer.

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