Senior Structural Technician

AtkinsRéalis; Epsom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is recruiting a Senior Structural Technician for their Bristol or Epsom offices. The role involves producing structural drawings and mastering Autodesk tools in a flexible, supportive work environment focused on career development. The organization promotes diversity and offers a range of employee benefits, including flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

25 days of leave plus bank holidays

Options to buy or sell leave

Comprehensive training portfolio

Qualifications

• In-depth experience with Autodesk products essential.
• Experience in BIM delivery and design detailing.
• Capability to problem-solve and work on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for producing 2D and 3D structural drawings.
• Mentor apprentice technicians and liaise with project teams.
• Ensure compliance with project standards and document control.

Skills

Revit

Navisworks

BIM delivery

Problem-solving

Knowledge of construction techniques

Tools

AutoCAD

CADS RC

Trimble Tekla

Job description

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Grow your career while reshaping the world

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.

The Role - Senior Structural Technician:

We are looking to add to our successful teams by recruiting a Senior Structural Technician based in our Bristol or Epsom offices. We are looking for a candidate committed to the long-term development of their engineering skills and enthusiastic about career progression within our organisation. The candidate will have a strong commitment to collaborative working. The role requires an ability to work effectively as part of project teams but also under your own initiative, as appropriate. With the next goal always right around the corner, you’ll keep learning and developing throughout your career with us.

Our Bristol and Epsom offices provide multidisciplinary design and engineering services and integrated solutions across a wide range of sectors. 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.

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a candidate who can demonstrate a high level of technical capability within the building structures sector and who can deliver CAD & REVIT support to our designers.

Your experience to date will have included involvement in a range of market sectors and to include detailing of key structural engineering materials, such as steel, concrete, timber, and masonry.

Successful applicants will be able to fulfill many of the following requirements with additional training and development opportunities provided if required.

What You Can Bring - Desired Experience / Capability:

• In-depth experience of Autodesk products, specifically Revit and Navisworks, is essential. Experience with Trimble Tekla (Tedds / Designer) and Autodesk Robot skills would be beneficial but not essential.
• In-depth experience utilising common data environments to support project delivery.
• Good knowledge of digital tools within the building industry.
• In-depth knowledge of UK and Industry-wide BIM requirements.
• Demonstrating a capability for problem-solving and understanding the wider engineering context of your drawings and models.
• Proven track record in BIM delivery from concept to construction.
• To work on own initiative and as part of a team of engineers and technicians.
• Good general knowledge of construction techniques and materials.
• Good organisational and interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively manage time during occasional peaks in workload.
• Experience in utilising automation processes to improve efficiency desirable (e.g., use of scripting platforms such as Dynamo).

Your Purpose - Responsibilities and other requirements:

• Responsible for accurately and reliably producing 2D structural drawings and 3D models from engineering sketches.
• Responsible for delivering structural steelwork drawings, reinforced concrete drawings, RC detailing, and schedules. Working experience using packages such as CADS RC would be beneficial but not essential.
• Responsible for mentoring apprentice technicians.
• Responsible for working closely with our engineers to understand and foresee practical challenges within a design and to work with the team to resolve design and detailing challenges.
• Liaise with the BIM Coordinator or National BIM Lead to raise awareness of any identified issues with internal standards on projects.
• Ensure project standards are in accordance with the project BEP.
• Responsible for document control using AtkinsRéalis and client’s CDE.

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What we offer?

AtkinsRéalis recognises that many well-qualified people seek to further their careers but cannot commit to full-time employment. We support flexible working arrangements and are interested in discussing how we can accommodate individual requirements. We understand the importance of a diverse and flexible workforce and work-life balance. Therefore, AtkinsRéalis offers flexible working options — no fixed 9-5, no requirement for a 5-day week, no full-time contract necessity, and flexibility in office presence.

Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary, regularly benchmarked against other consultancies, with a default 25 days of leave plus bank holidays and options to buy or sell leave. Salary and benefits depend on experience and qualifications.

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Training:

We are committed to personal and professional development, offering access to a comprehensive training portfolio and supporting staff in achieving relevant professional memberships.

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance, contingent upon successful clearance approval. The vetting process is managed by UKSV and may require proof of UK residency for 5+ years. Please do not mention or include current or past security clearances in your application.

We promote diversity and inclusion, offering family-friendly policies, flexible working, and employee networks. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

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Worker Type: Employee

Job Type: Regular