Senior Structural Engineer in Cambridge

Senior Structural Engineer - Cambridge

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 Cambridge 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:

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Responsible for specialist structural engineering design projects across different sectors such as commercial, health, retail and more.
• Attending project meetings and liaising with other disciplined whilst producing detailed designs and specifications in line with design and construction programmes.
• Ensuring the co-ordination of design and detailing work appropriate to the projects.
• Internal management of projects and associated resourcing where appropriate.
• Carrying out structural surveys of building / desk study’s and providing initial advice on any issues that may arise.
• Preparation of detailed design calculations to British Standards, Eurocodes and relevant design guidance notes using relevant 3D software packages.
• Interpreting the client brief and assist in preparing designs at all stages from scheme through to detail.
• Acting independently to investigate solutions, you will explore options, work closely with partners and peers alike in order to develop and communicate design solutions.
• Preparation of detailed design drawings and specifications for Tender purposes.
• Responding to client requests for information.
• Attending of Design Team meetings with clients, other design collaborators and communicate design ideas through sketches, models and presentations.
• Assisting in the production of construction information for issue to contractors.
• Visiting sites during the construction phase to monitor progress and provide advice to contractors.
• Co-ordinating design information with engineers of other disciplines.
• With the support of the Team Leader, provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior members of the team.
• Where appropriate, facilitate and organise meetings and CPD training events to contribute to your own development and the development of others.
• Support and participate in AKT II’s Technical agenda.
• Day-to-day support to colleagues from other disciplines within the office.
• Attend team meetings with both internal and external disciplines.

We’d like to hear from you if you

• Can demonstrate your sound knowledge of structural design in concrete and steel structures, as well as experience in other structural materials.
• Are able to show experience of working with Eurocodes and British Standards.
• Can demonstrate a strong analytical knowledge and understanding of engineering principles, combined with practical understanding of buildings and construction.
• Have the ability to design and deliver structural solutions on major and/or complex projects.
• Have the aptitude to work on your own initiative and be proactive.
• Have a desire to work constructively in a team, finding holistic building design solutions.
• Have a good understanding of multidisciplinary requirements into coordinated solutions.
• 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 practical.
• Have excellent planning, organisational and time management skills, with the ability to balance tasks and prioritise to meet strict deadlines.
• Have the ability to communicate soundly and have great interpersonal skills.
• Are computer literate with a good knowledge of design and analysis programmes.
• Have an exceptional understanding of the CDM Regulations and designers responsibilities.

Qualifications/ Experience

• Good degree in Structural / Civil Engineering.
• Experienced Chartered Engineer (either IStructE or ICE or equivalent), recently Chartered or near-chartered.
• 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 capability.
• It is expected that the successful candidate will have at least 5 years experience in the area of Structural Engineering.