Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer – Building Design

AtkinsRealis and Background to the Role

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.

We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So talk to us about what's ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you're returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us.

AtkinsRealis is one of the world’s leading multi-disciplinary consultancy firms offering unparalleled opportunities for talented individuals in search of a rewarding career. AtkinsRealis’ Infrastructure business is looking for a civil engineer to support our Clients around the UK and overseas in a range of exciting and unique design and construction projects.

The Infrastructure business provides multidisciplinary engineering services and integrated solutions across a wide range of building and infrastructure projects, leading the way in innovation, design transformation and digital engineering. Drawing upon a diverse skill set and with a proven track record of delivery we are playing a leading role in challenging and exciting engineering projects. We pride ourselves in offering a truly multi-disciplinary working environment and bring exciting opportunities to influence a project from beginning to end.

This position will form part of our national Building Design Practice in a growing Civil Engineering team. The role will be non-location specific with the opportunity to work remotely or within any of our UK offices to reflect our flexible working practice.

The role will offer a challenging and rewarding opportunity to apply knowledge, experience and problem-solving skills whilst providing good opportunities for career development. We are looking for a practically minded Civil engineer looking to develop their skills in all markets and build experience in civil engineering structures, drainage design, utilities and pavement design.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to the delivery of small to medium infrastructure projects as part of a technically focussed design
• Production of designs for projects in accordance with relevant design standards and codes
• Ensuring the provision of efficient and high-quality engineering services
• Effectively manage own time
• Collaborating as part of a multidisciplinary design team
• Comply with Quality and Technical Assurance Procedures.
• Be aware of and work in compliance with BIM standards, Digital Plan of Work and the project BIM Execution plan.

Requirements

• Experience working as a Civil Engineer ideally in the Buildings sector.
• Honours Degree in Civil Engineering (preferred) or HND or equivalent experience.
• Working towards chartership with the ICE.
• Experience in the design and analysis of drainage, utilities, paved and unpaved surfaces, earthworks, access and accessibility, construction logistics.
• Familiarity with current UK design standards and working practices.
• Good communication and presentation skills, verbal and written (for report writing purposes).
• Ability to use AutoCAD and Civils 3D. Revit BIM 360 experience is also desirable.
• Ability to work and collaborate both independently and as part of a multi-discipline team.
• Embrace new technologies including digital engineering, automation and parametric design.
• Ability to achieve SC clearance (desirable)
• Driving Licence (desirable)

In Addition, You Will

• have a proactive, co-operative and helpful attitude to colleagues and clients
• have a self-motivating, reliable and consistent approach to work
• be practically minded with a problem-solving nature
• be able to work independently and in teams
• have the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• take acceptance of responsibility for work carried out
• have a flexible and adaptable approach to work
• have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• have a flexible attitude to both the type of work undertaken and the level of responsibility given

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We're ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies, where UK professionals want to work and stay once they join. We've also made the Times Top 50 employers for women.

Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, new approaches and the power of data to help our clients deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. And as the work becomes ever more complex, our employees continue to challenge the status quo.

We're committed to engineering better for people and our planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to creating social value through EDAROTH community housing. We're proud of our active employee networks creating awareness and allyship for our under-represented groups. Not to mention programmes supporting communities outside AtkinsRéalis, including schools, charities, ex-forces and professionals returning after career breaks.

AtkinsRealis develops individuals through a portfolio of training and development courses designed to help you make the best of your abilities and talents.

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 promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.