Civil Drafter - ( 260000II )
Description
About the role
We are seeking a Civil Drafter to join our growing Buildings team in Brisbane. Reporting to the Civil Team Lead, you will work closely with engineers, designers and multidisciplinary project teams to deliver civil drafting solutions across a diverse portfolio of building projects across Queensland.
Our Buildings team delivers projects across a broad range of sectors including health, education, defence, multi-residential, retail and commercial developments. You will contribute to projects ranging from boutique developments through to large, complex and landmark facilities that have a lasting impact on the communities we serve.
As a Civil Drafter, you will prepare high-quality drawings and design documentation that support the successful delivery of building projects, ensuring outputs meet project requirements, company standards and relevant authority requirements. Working alongside experienced engineers, designers and technical specialists, you'll play an important role in developing coordinated, practical and buildable civil design solutions.
Our culture has a strong focus on learning, personal development and collaboration. You'll be supported by experienced professionals who are passionate about mentoring and helping individuals grow their technical and professional capabilities.
Day to day tasks would involve:
- Prepare civil engineering documentation for building and site development projects using established drafting standards and procedures.
- Operate CAD and other drafting software to produce plans, sections, details and coordinated civil documentation.
- Collaborate with engineers, designers and multidisciplinary project teams to deliver accurate and coordinated design packages.
- Ensure drawings comply with applicable standards, project requirements and quality procedures.
- Assist with managing drawing registers and project deliverables.
- Identify and resolve drafting and coordination issues to support efficient project delivery.
- Deliver project outcomes within client specifications and expectations
Qualifications
To be successful for this role you'll need:
- Tertiary qualification in Computer Aided Design or relevant experience
- Minimum of 2 years of drafting experience in an engineering consultancy as a civil drafter
- Familiarity with local authority and state government approval and regulatory requirement
- Experience in the operation of software design tools such as AutoCAD packages
- Experience producing civil drafting documentation for buildings, site development or infrastructure projects
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an eye for detail and a strong focus on the production of quality outputs
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ongoing commitment to professional development through self-study, training and seminars, and maintaining your Continual Professional Development (CPD)
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality technical documentation.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
What we offer
Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.
- Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
- Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
- Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
- Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
- A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables
- Professional Memberships
- Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
- Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
- Service Recognition Awards
- Employee Assistance Program
About us:
The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.
How to apply:
If you are an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident and this position is of interest, your application can be submitted online.
No Agency CV’s will be accepted.
Primary Location : Australia-Queensland-South Brisbane
Organization : BC-3010 Buildings-AU Queensland
Employee Status : Regular
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Travel : No
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Jul 30, 2026, 6:20:30 AM
Req ID: 260000II
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
