Junior Structural Engineer
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Job Description
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As a provider of multi disciplined technical services to the built environment Atkins in the Middle East is committed to design excellence in the delivery of first class solutions which combine innovation, imagination and best practice.
As a graduate Architect within our Middle East business you could be involved in a number of mass infrastructure and master planning projects across the region. Flagship projects in the region involving our Architecture teams include King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah; Etihad Rail (Union Railway) in the UAE, and a number of mixed use & residential developments across the region.
We encourage vision, problem-solving, ambition, enthusiasm and drive. We recognise that people are the key to our success, and our graduates are the future of our business. We ensure that we provide you with a varied workload and encourage you to extend yourself in order to reach your potential.
Responsibilities
This is a full-time role working Sunday to Thursday, 8am-6pm. You will join Atkins in the Middle East as an Architecture Graduate. You will have one base location but you will eventually be assigned to projects across the region therefore it is likely that an element of travelling will be required for your role. Specific responsibilities will depend on the project(s) you are assigned to, but may include:
Concept Design, schematic design, detail design, tender documents, specifications and site follow up.
Coordinating with structural engineers, building services engineers, infrastructure and other sub consultants and specialists.
Liaising with Senior Design Architect on a regular basis regarding progress, design, quality, resources, changes, site issues, planning issues etc.
To contribute to new initiatives, quality enhancements, technical memos etc.
To show commitment to raising Atkins design standards.
Liaison with clients, stakeholders, other professional bodies and contractors
Compliance with Atkins quality, safety and environmental procedures
You will be supported towards a relevant internationally recognised professional institution (i.e. RIBA) and provided with all the support infrastructure required in order to achieve professional status, both financially and through work experience & structured training.
Requirements
Minimum degree classification of 2:1 (i.e. 60% or above) in Architecture.
Must be RIBA Part 2 Architect level (or equivalent) – i.e. 5 years academic study to masters level
Working knowledge of the following software: AutoCAD, Revit, Sketchup, 3D Studio, Photoshop, and MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
No more than two years relevant work experience
Drive and self motivation to achieve chartered status with the relevant institution
Drive to continuously develop your technical & behavioural skills
Ability to lead and work as part of a team
Ability to apply technical knowledge in analysing problems and creating solutions
Ability to work and communicate effectively in English (verbal & written) within multidisciplinary teams
Ability to work on your own initiative
Ability to adapt to changing environments
Ability to multi-task and deliver to tight deadlines
Ability to influence others
Strong attention to detail and ability to make sound judgements
Rewards & Benefits
Competitive tax free salary
Annual flight allowance to point of origin (expatriates only)
Discretionary bonus scheme
Gratuity Scheme (or pension scheme for GCC Nationals)
Medical & Life Insurance cover
22 days’ holiday (based on Sunday-Thursday, 8am-6pm)
Employee Assistance Programme
Bi-annual reviews
Structured development to meet professional status with the relevant institution
Professional support through allocated mentor & line manager; quarterly & annual reviews; graduate induction & development event; technical & non-technical training; induction to our Bangalore Global Design Centre; Knowledge Sharing sessions; and Graduate Representatives & Discussion Groups.