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Principal/ Associate (Design)

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Overview

AtkinsRéalis, is one of the world's most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies; we have the breadth and depth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects.

Following an exciting and very successful start to the current Water Industry investment cycle, the Infrastructure division is seeking to appoint a Principal /Associate Engineer to join our Water Sector focused team based at our Belfast office.

The role is within the Asset Planning & Solutions Practice of the AtkinsRéalis Infrastructure division. The role would suit an Engineer or Project/Design Manager who enjoys developing infrastructure design and managing construction projects under the NEC suite of Contracts in the NEC Project Manager role.

If you have a passion for engineering and want to understand where a career with AtkinsRéalis might lead to then we would like to hear from you.

Your role

The engineering services we offer to our clients requires us to be able to deliver in an agile and future-facing environment.The following are examples of the type of responsibilities and requirements we seek / need you to have, working as part of our dynamic multidisciplinary water / wastewater team.

  • Lead and contribute to the delivery of engineering projects particularly throughout the design development and construction stages to required budget and deadlines.
  • Management of construction projects using the NEC suite of contracts including assessment and negotiation of contract changes.
  • Client engagement to lead and contribute to discussions on technical civil engineering solutions.
  • Oversee teams responsible for design deliverables including engineering design calculation, drawings, contract documentation.
  • Ensuring the quality of project work meets the agreed standards and specifications.
  • Be client focused and able to develop good working relationships with clients; understand client needs and help propose best value technical solutions to meet project challenges.
  • Have a proactive commitment to Health and Safety and good knowledge of CDM requirements.

Additional responsibilities depending on preference

  • Identify opportunities and prepare bids to commercial and competitive standards for the future success of the business.
  • Lead and contribute to the application of digital engineering initiatives and innovative advances in water sector solutions.
  • Site Supervision of Infrastructure Construction projects.
  • Maintaining and develop excellent professional relationships which can assist in securing repeat business.
Water Engineering

Location

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-123740

Salary range

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Navneet Srivastava

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About you

Essential

  • Educated to degree level with a civil engineering bias; Professionally Qualified Member of a recognised engineering institution. (CEng/IEng etc).
  • Experience of Construction Project Management using NEC Suite of Contracts.
  • Experience of developing civil engineering designs, specs and contract documentation.
  • Proactive commitment to health and safety.
  • Have excellent written and verbal skills when communicating with stakeholders including technical and non-technical parties are essential.

Desirable

  • NEC4 ECC PM Accreditation (training etc will be provided if not already held).
  • Demonstrable experience within the Water sector.Other civil engineering experience (energy, maritime, geotechnical, industrial) would also be relevant.
  • Up to date knowledge of current design codes and design software relating to Civil and Water Engineering.
  • Previous experience working on UK Water frameworks.
  • Experience in leading engineering design teams.
  • Possess the ability to demonstrate a proven track record of working collaboratively in teams delivering projects.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

Be rewarded. Find out more.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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