Principal Civil Structures Engineer

slihrms; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Principal Civil Structural Engineer to lead design delivery for complex projects within the D&AT Practice. The role focuses on coordination of a multi-disciplinary team, delivering high-quality civil/structural design across energy, defence and nuclear sectors.

The successful candidate will mentor colleagues, uphold QA standards, and collaborate with UK and overseas teams to deliver integrated solutions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered or Incorporated Civil/Structural Engineer.
• Experience coordinating or managing a Civil Structural engineering design delivery team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate or manage a team of Civil Structural engineers for delivery of design work on complex projects.
• Produce and review technical deliverables such as design reports, drawings, calculations, and scopes of work.
• Provide technical input into project design deliverables for Civil Structural aspects of multi-disciplinary projects.

Skills

Tekla

Robot

STAAD

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Chartered or Incorporated Civil/Structural Engineer

Tools

Tekla

Robot

STAAD

Job description

Overview

Shape the Future of our cities and environments.

Are you a Civil Structural Engineer who is passionate about making the world a better place? Are you ready to take up a vital role in some of the UK's most exciting and innovative projects?

Join AtkinsRéalis and take a leading role in shaping the future of our cities and environments.

We are looking for an energetic and experienced Principal Civil Structural Engineer to join our team within the Design & Advanced Technology (D&AT) Practice of AtkinsRéalis. You'll be part of a talented, multi-disciplinary team delivering cutting edge, iconic projects across the Energy, Defence, and Nuclear sectors - projects like Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, EPR2, Ministry of Defence Frameworks, and more.

As a key member of our team, you'll play a vital role in delivering transformational programmes for critical UK infrastructure, with opportunities to work on landmark engineering projects both domestically and internationally. We're committed to providing industry-leading solutions throughout the project lifecycle, adding value through client-side and construction-phase support.

Become part of a team where every voice matters, and together we can tackle our clients' toughest challenges. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment where world-class talent thrives without boundaries. For us, collaboration isn't a buzzword. We value the different perspectives our people bring and recognise everyone for their contributions equally.

We also know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you with whatever you need.

We offer hybrid working which involves 3 days per week being office/site based. This position is based in our Bristol, Birmingham or Derby offices.

Your role

The role will offer a challenging and rewarding opportunity to apply knowledge, experience, and problem-solving skills whilst providing good opportunities for career development.

As a Principal Civil Structural Engineer in the D&AT practice, the successful candidate would have the following responsibilities:

• Coordinate or manage a team of Civil Structural engineers for delivery of technical design work on complex multi-disciplinary projects following relevant national and project-specific design codes and standards, and to high-quality levels in areas such as reinforced concrete or structural steel buildings, foundations, and/or underground structures.
• Responsible for producing and reviewing technical deliverables such as design reports, drawings, calculations, and scopes of work with defined scope.
• Provide technical input into project design deliverables for Civil Structural aspects of complex multi-disciplinary projects and work with the project management team to successfully manage time and budgets to key project milestones and programmes.
• Collaborate with client, operational, project, or service activities within your immediate team and other related AtkinsRéalis teams
• Provide mentorship to less experienced colleagues and help to grow the Civil Structural Engineering capabilities within the local team.
• Work independently with minimal technical guidance. Exercise personal judgement to solve difficult problems where appropriate and provide guidance to junior team members.
• Provide technical support for bid proposals.
• Work closely with a multi-disciplinary team in the UK and overseas to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Adhere to quality assurance standards in design including check and review of own work as well as others.

About you

• A degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered or Incorporated Civil/Structural Engineer.
• Proven experience in coordinating or managing a Civil Structural engineering design delivery team for a design consultancy including within a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Takes broad perspective to identify innovative solutions to design problems.
• Requires strong knowledge and practical experience in reinforced concrete and steel structures.
• Practical knowledge of current Eurocodes design codes and standards as well as industry best practices, including CDM Regulations. Knowledge of other international design codes such as American codes is also beneficial but not required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal technical guidance.
• Proficiency in applicable analytical software and related tools such as Tekla, Robot, or STAAD.
• Experience in nuclear or defence projects is beneficial but not required.
• Experience in dynamic or seismic design is beneficial but not required.
• Demonstrates strong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly and effectively within diverse multi-disciplinary teams.
• A proactive, highly motivated mindset with a collaborative approach to drive teamwork and shared success across projects.

Meet some but not all of the criteria? We'd still love to hear from you! Please submit your CV along with a cover letter letting us know your motivation for ap