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Birmingham, United Kingdom | Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom

Overview

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining as an Engineer in our talented Highways and Asset Services team based in Birmingham, Bristol or Cardiff working on our Herefordshire Contract. We are looking to build upon our success and expand our successful team and are seeking Engineers to lead projects of varying sizes & disciplines.

The successful candidate will be pivotal in implementing ideas that maintain and enhance the local network through working closely within Herefordshire Council and developing and delivering schemes. The works will include new schemes as well as major planned maintenance projects including active travel, carriageway, footways, drainage and safety schemes and you'll be part of the collaborative design teams based in our hub offices delivering for Herefordshire. You will feel a great sense of pride in shaping high‑quality designs across new build, renewal, maintenance, and assessment works and working with our client and their partners to have a positive and sustainable impact on the network.

Whilst we offer flexible working policies, this role would require you to be based in our client's'office in Hereford a minimum of 2 days per week.

Your role

  • Prepare designs and specifications in accordance with local standards and Design Manual Roads Bridges (DMRB).
  • Develop designs using AutoCAD, Civil3D models (as and where applicable).
  • Deliver work packages with scope to move up to managing schemes and multi‑disciplinary teams.
  • Provide support to Project Managers within the design team in planning, programming, technical input to the pricing of project briefs, proposals, deliverables and cost estimation.
  • Be accountable for checking, certifying, and authorising for issue: designs, documents, approvals, and reports.
  • Manage graduate engineers and technicians to deliver work packages - coordinating engineering resources.
  • Work collaboratively with clients and key stakeholders as necessary to deliver schemes/projects.
  • Mentor and upskill more junior staff helping them develop professionally and progress towards professional qualifications.
  • Be responsible for the preparation of feasibility studies, technical reports, detailed designs and production of contract documents across a variety of projects.
  • Work together with the team and other disciplines in providing an integrated service to clients.
  • Help seek innovative solutions in achieving best value in delivering our services.
  • Provide technical support and leadership where required.
Transportation Engineering

Location

Various locations

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-159930

Salary range

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About you

  • A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or a degree in a related discipline and practical experience of Civil Engineering or Structures projects.
  • Proven capability and knowledge in highway or structures engineering design (experience in highway drainage design will be an advantage).
  • Knowledge and understanding of the relevant legislation, standards and procedures including the application of departures from standard.
  • Be aware of the philosophy and practice of Health & Safety in civil engineering design and construction.
  • The ability to work under your own initiative and to seek advice when necessary.
  • Enjoy a challenge and be curious and flexible about finding solutions to achieve the best outcome.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.

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