Senior Structural Engineer - Bristol

What is the role

This position would be best suited to an experienced engineer, with a desire to work alongside an innovative group within a design-led company.

You would be working within our Bristol office, with a team of engineers working on many different projects both inside and outside the UK

AKT II has delivered a wide variety of projects, and our current workload includes several high-profile projects.

See our project page for examples:

tsYour responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the followi

• ng:Responsible for specialist structural engineering design projects across different sectors such as commercial, health, retail and m
• ore.Attending project meetings and liaising with other disciplined whilst producing detailed designs and specifications in line with design and construction program
• mes.Ensuring the co-ordination of design and detailing work appropriate to the proje
• cts.Internal management of projects and associated resourcing where appropri
• ate.Carrying out structural surveys of building / desk study’s and providing initial advice on any issues that may ar
• ise.Preparation of detailed design calculations to British Standards, Eurocodes and relevant design guidance notes using relevant 3D software packa
• ges.Interpreting the client brief and assist in preparing designs at all stages from scheme through to det
• ail.Acting independently to investigate solutions, you will explore options, work closely with partners and peers alike in order to develop and communicate design soluti
• ons.Preparation of detailed design drawings and specifications for Tender purpo
• ses.Responding to client requests for informat
• ion.Attending of Design Team meetings with clients, other design collaborators and communicate design ideas through sketches, models and presentati
• ons.Assisting in the production of construction information for issue to contract
• ors.Visiting sites during the construction phase to monitor progress and provide advice to contract
• ors.Co-ordinating design information with engineers of other discipli
• nes.With the support of the Team Leader, provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior members of the t
• eam.Where appropriate, facilitate and organise meetings and CPD training events to contribute to your own development and the development of oth
• ers.Support and participate in AKT II’s Technical age
• nda.Day-to-day support to colleagues from other disciplines within the off
• ice.Attend team meetings with both internal and external discipli

nes.

We’d like to hear from you i

• f youCan demonstrate your sound knowledge of structural design in concrete and steel structures, as well as experience in other structural mater
• ials.Are able to show experience of working with Eurocodes and British Stand
• ards.Can demonstrate a strong analytical knowledge and understanding of engineering principles, combined with practical understanding of buildings and construc
• tion.Have the ability to design and deliver structural solutions on major and/or complex proj
• ects.Have the aptitude to work on your own initiative and be proac
• tive.Have a desire to work constructively in a team, finding holistic building design solut
• ions.Have a good understanding of multidisciplinary requirements into coordinated solut
• ions.Are an inquisitive, creative, solution-orientated designer. You will be a collaborative, persuasive and engaging individual who gives their all to ensure the client is happy and that the solution is high-quality and pract
• ical.Have excellent planning, organisational and time management skills, with the ability to balance tasks and prioritise to meet strict deadl
• ines.Have the ability to communicate soundly and have great interpersonal sk
• ills.Are computer literate with a good knowledge of design and analysis progra
• mmes.Have an exceptional understanding of the CDM Regulations and designers responsibili

ties.

Qualifications/ Expe

• rienceGood degree in Structural / Civil Engine
• ering.Candidate near-chartered / looking to obtain chartership with IStructE or ICE or equiv
• alent.The ideal applicant will be able to demonstrate their experience, competency and flexibility to rise to challenging situations and take on responsibility appropriate to their capab
• ility.It is expected that the successful candidate will have at least 3 years experience in the area of Structural Engine

ering.