Please note : Full-time /Part-time
Atkins, a member of SNC-Lavalin is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies, with over 50,000 employees worldwide. At Atkins, we offer more than just a job. We offer an opportunity to make a difference and shape the world to benefit future generations and the natural environment. Drawing upon a diverse skill set and a proven track record of delivery we are playing a leading role in some of the world’s most challenging and exciting engineering projects across sectors including Aviation, Defence, Energy, Cities and Development, Education, Rail and Water.
Atkins’ Building Design business are looking to appoint a Senior Façade Engineer/Façade Engineer for our team in London. We are also looking for someone who can demonstrate good communication and report-writing skills and support us in the integration of our multidisciplinary teams.
In addition to being technically capable, candidates will be good at client liaison and able to solve project challenges. We are seeking candidates who are keen to develop façade engineering to meet increasingly complex industry demands. They will form part of a small, dynamic façade engineering team, growing rapidly within Atkins’ UK Building Design business.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the technical delivery of façade engineering services on single- and multidisciplinary projects
- Be client-facing and able to solve project challenges
- Deliver multiple projects or parts of larger projects to completion, within budget and to programme
- Be the first point of contact for clients, contractors, design team and third parties
- Working independently in surveying, inspection and report-writing activities
- Create written, drawn and graphical outputs to an exemplary standard
- Participate in internal technical networks and promote façade engineering issues to the wider Atkins building design community
- Build client relationships and help identify business opportunities
Requirements:
- Chartered engineer or qualified architect status is preferred. Candidates preparing for professional qualification are also considered.
- Be a member or associate member of the Society of Façade Engineering or be ready to apply for membership.
- At least 3 years’ aggregate experience in the design and detailing of facades, or projects in which façade delivery has been a major factor
- Be a technically capable designer, with established skills and delivery capability
- The ability to enhance the overall delivery of a multidisciplinary team.
- A broad knowledge-base in building design and awareness of the design responsibilities of others
- Technical acumen to obtain and review input from technical specialists
- Supporting, coaching and sharing knowledge with others in the team
- Ability to manage and work to budget and programme, to control costs and manage change control processes
- A flexible attitude to both the type of work undertaken and the level of responsibility given
- The ability to make decisions, act on own initiative and operate in a pro-active way
- Possess a forward-looking attitude to the use of digital tools within Façade Engineering
- Ability to gain trust and form productive working relationships with a wide range of counterparts in other disciplines, who may be co-located or working from other Atkins offices
- Good organisational and interpersonal skills and the ability to work well under pressure
- Being an inquisitive individual who enjoys collaboration and the stimulation of exchanging ideas with others.
What we offer
Atkins recognise that there are many well qualified people who are looking to further their career, but who cannot commit to full time employment. We support flexible working arrangements and are interested to discuss how we can accommodate individual requirements.
In addition to competitive core benefits, Atkins operates a flexible benefits programme which includes the ability to buy up to 15 days of extra holiday each year, a cycle to work scheme and a 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme, private health care, amongst many other options.
Atkins is committed to developing the knowledge and skills of our employees. As well as providing a training budget, the successful candidate will benefit from tailored mentoring and support towards achieving their career goals, such as Chartership and beyond.
Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Training
Atkins develops individuals through a portfolio of training and development activities designed to help you make the best of your abilities and talents. These are reviewed with individuals through an annual development process. We support staff in achieving and maintaining membership of relevant institutions. You will also be part of our global Technical Networks, which provide a flow of technically orientated information and ideas through the company.
Atkins will support you in your ongoing professional development. This includes paying your annual membership and providing access to training.
Rewards and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary that is regularly tested against other consultants with a default 25-days leave each year plus bank holidays and options to buy some or sell of that leave.
To support and safeguard your physical and mental wellbeing we provide an employee assistance programme offering advice and support in times of need. Our offices run their own sports and social clubs providing a wide range of activities. You will also have access to our Flexible Benefits, where you can opt in to a wide range of benefits to complement your work/life balance: such as medical insurance, gym membership, the cycle-to-work scheme, child care vouchers, charitable giving, additional pension contributions etc.
Please refer to our website for details of our full benefits package.
https://yourrewarduk.snclavalin.com/
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. 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.
Atkins recognise that there are many well qualified people who are looking to further their career, but who cannot commit to full time employment. We support flexible working arrangements and are interested to discuss how we can accommodate individual requirements.
ATKINS, part of the SNC Lavalin Group, is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
