Job DescriptionWho are we looking for?Our US East Design & Delivery Organization (DDO) is expanding, and we're looking for a
Structural Designer to join the team! In this role, you will help shape major infrastructure, industrial, and building projects across the region, with a strong emphasis on water and wastewater treatment facilities, energy infrastructure, and other complex structural systems. You will play a key part in developing coordinated 2D and 3D models and producing contract drawings for reinforced concrete and structural steel systems, applying your skill in AutoCAD and BIM platforms-particularly Revit-to create accurate, visually clear, and construction-ready deliverables. This is an opportunity to take ownership of modeling efforts for tanks, foundations, slabs, frames, platforms, pipe supports, and steel superstructures while ensuring clarity, precision, and constructability in every detail.
You will collaborate closely with structural engineers and multidisciplinary teams to integrate structural designs with civil, mechanical, electrical, and process elements, driving alignment and resolving clashes through model-based coordination and tools such as Navisworks and other VR platforms. You will help shape the quality and consistency of project deliverables by applying company standards, contributing to BIM execution plans, and enhancing libraries of templates, families, and standard details.
Our Hybrid Work Model: Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.
This role can be based in one of the following office locations:
Buffalo, NY | Syracuse, NY | Harrisburg, PA | King of Prussia, PA | Bowie, MD | Tampa, FL | Orlando, FLWorking with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:- Data Collection and Analysis: Collate and analyze data using preset tools, methods, and formats. Involves working independently.
- Solutions Analysis: Analyze specific problems and issues to find the best solutions. Solutions could be technical or professional in nature.
- Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
What you'll bring to the team:- Associate's degree in Design Services, Construction Engineering Technology, Applicable Technical Training, Civil Engineering Technology, Structural Drafting/Design, Architectural Design, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of structural design and drafting experience, with a strong emphasis on concrete and steel structures
- Demonstrated experience producing 3D BIM models and detailed construction drawings for structural systems
- Proficiency in AutoCAD; strong working knowledge of Revit for structural modeling
- Experience with Navisworks or similar coordination software preferred
- Solid understanding of structural systems, including reinforced concrete, structural steel framing, and foundations
- Familiarity with infrastructure or industrial facilities (e.g., water/wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, energy facilities) is highly desirable
Benefits:- 401K - Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service
- Paid time off - Our PTO benefit is designed to provide eligible employees with a period of rest and relaxation, sick, and personal time throughout the year. PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service
- Holiday Pay - Holiday pay is provided for eligible employees. GHD observes 9 holidays per year. Holiday pay will be based on the regular set schedule for the employee
- Wellness Benefit- Regular full-term employees are eligible to participate in the wellness reimbursement program. GHD will reimburse 50% of the cost of the following to maximum of $250.00 reimbursement annually for such items as: Health club membership fees, home exercise equipment purchases, Bicycles, Race, run & marathon entrance fees, Smoking cessation programs, Weight loss programs (i.e.-Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig), Fitbits and Fitness Tracking devices
Salary Range: $32.00-$64.00 based on experience and location.
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