Civil Engineer - Infrastructure

AKT II’s outstanding reputation, stability and growth has attracted the very best professionals with the promise of progressing and expanding their careers. This continued growth has led to the expansion of the company from London into key geographies across the globe: Cambridge, Manchester and Bristol in the UK, as well as Copenhagen and Toronto internationally.

We are currently looking for a highly motivated Civil Engineer, responsible for design of projects, from inception to completion in commercial, health, retail, industrial, education and other sectors.

The role requires producing the detailed design to meet with design and construction programmes, liaising with other disciplines and ensuring the co-ordination of design and detailing work appropriate to the project.

At AKT II you will gain the opportunity to work on some of the most interesting and complex buildings around the world with current complete projects in over 50 countries.

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The role and responsibilities.

As a Civil Engineer your responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

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.
Attendance at Design Team meetings with Clients, other design collaborators and communicate design ides through sketches, models and presentations.
Assist in the production of Construction information for issue to Contractors.
Co-ordinate 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.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
Strong experience in civil engineering design, with the expertise in drainage and highways.

Skills

Proficient in design and analysis software, particularly Civil 3D; knowledge of AutoCAD/Civil 3D is advantageous.
Experience using InfoDrainage.
Strong understanding of CDM Regulations and designer’s responsibilities.
Ability to take on responsibility and adapt to challenging situations with confidence and competence.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Experience in designing and delivering structural solutions for major and/or complex projects.
Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently.
Strong multidisciplinary awareness, ensuring coordinated and integrated design solutions.
A creative, inquisitive, and solution-oriented mindset, with a collaborative and client-focused approach.
Excellent planning, organisational, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience in traffic assessment and geotechnics (desirable).

What's in it for you?

The chance to work for an innovative, design-led studio based in London with the opportunity to work on some of the very best projects across the UK and internationally, plus a friendly, dedicated team and a competitive salary. You’ll receive AKT II’s many employee benefits including a vibrant social calendar, with many company-funded events and activities.

To apply, simply send us a cover email with your CV attached, using the link below.

(In case the application link doesn’t work, please send your application via email to [email protected] stating the role in the subject.)

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Civil Engineer – Infrastructure.