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SA 2 - Senior Architect/ Senior Technologist – Manchester

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is an exciting and inspirational place to work, and we are a top 6 AJ 100 practice with a global depth of talent and reach. We passionately believe that good design can positively transform people's lives and strive to deliver the very best for our clients. We are a true multidisciplinary practice and relish the ability we have to solve our clients problems.

At our Northwest Hub in Manchester City Centre, we have circa 300 people involved in the design and delivery of the built environment across the Education, Commercial, Energy, Defence and Workplace sectors. You would be working with Architects, Architectural Technologists, Interior Designers, Structural and Building Services Engineers and Process Engineers with a balanced mix of graduates through to senior professionals and directors. People are the heart of our success and supporting, training, and mentoring our staff is paramount to AtkinsRéalis remaining at the forefront of design and innovation.

AtkinsRéalis offers candidates the opportunity to be a part of exciting projects working with a network of creative individuals all with the shared aspirational goal of design excellence. The role would be ideal for those looking to take ownership of key aspects of a project.

We are looking to recruit a motivated Senior Architect or Senior Technologist to join our Manchester team for the architectural design of industrial projects in a multidisciplinary team. This role is for processing and manufacturing facilities in the northwest.

The candidate should have experience in the Nuclear, Energy or Defence sectors which should be supported with other relevant experience in delivering large-scale process/ manufacturing driven projects.

Your role

  • Understand the design process with the ability to deliver this from concept into detail design.
  • Understand how to work as part of a multi-discipline team, ensuring design co-ordination, interface resolution, clash and coordination detection on behalf of the project and reporting on model coordination issues.
  • Demonstrate a range of drawing, modelling and interpersonal skills to engage, influence and collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders. You will help our multidisciplinary team solve complex problems.
  • Be able to produce, analyse and advise upon specification, materials selection and detailed design solutions in relation to performance and production criteria, as well as proficiently use NBS software packages.
  • Be a very competent Revit user with experience of delivering to BIM level 2 and experienced in advanced collaboration software (such as Navisworks), federation of BIM models, model checking, clash and interface management.
  • Have strong interpersonal skills, be organised and efficient with attention to detail and the ability to work effectively, efficiently under pressure and to tight deadlines.
  • Take a flexible approach to working with a positive and 'can-do' attitude, be a self-motivated and committed individual, who is a clear thinker and a strong team player.
  • Hold, or be vetted for, BPSS clearance prior and/ or be prepared to apply for SC security clearance in the future.
Architecture & Planning

Location

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-147402

Salary range

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Gautham Shetty

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About you

  • You will be an enthusiastic, self-motivated and driven Senior Architect or Technologist with good knowledge and experience in the design of buildings and facilities housing industrial processes. You will have proven and clear capability in leading architectural teams to achieve quality design solutions. This will include from inception to completion, with emphasis on RIBA Stages 2 to 4.
  • You will be ARB registered or a chartered member of CIAT, with demonstrable experience on a wide range of complex and industrial projects at different stages with a good understanding of the UK Building Regulations.
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.

Reward & 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.

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