Principal Facade Engineer

Our purpose is to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. By connecting people, data and technology to design, deliver and operate the most complex projects we can create solutions that lead the world on the right path through the most pressing of challenges - energy resilience, security & defence, net zero carbon, sustainability.

AtkinsRéalis Building Design is looking for a talented and experienced Principal Façade Engineer to join our expanding UK team and contribute to high-profile, multidisciplinary projects.

The role will be based in our London or Epsom offices and will cover projects across the UK and beyond.

We seek a technically strong professional with excellent communication and report-writing skills who will support us in the integration of our multidisciplinary teams.

In addition to being technically accomplished, candidates will be good at client liaison and stakeholder management and will actively engage with the internal processes of a large multi-disciplinary consultancy.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the technical delivery of façade engineering services on single- and multidisciplinary projects, working within budget and to programme.
• Participate in internal technical networks and promote façade engineering issues to the wider AtkinsRéalis Building Design community.
• Build client relationships and help identify business opportunities (both internal and external). Contribute to bid-writing and winning work.
• Assist in developing the processes, tools and ethos of a growing façades team.

Requirements:

• Be a chartered engineer or qualified architect.
• Possess minimum 3 years' experience in façade design or delivery on major projects.
• Demonstrate proven ability to work independently and mentor others in at least two of the following areas:
  • Structural analysis.
  • Thermal analysis.
  • Embodied carbon assessment.
  • Specification authoring.
  • Concept design.
  • Glazing and curtain walling design.
  • Production of detail drawings.
  • Review of contractors' designs.
  • Site inspection and supervision.
  • Forensic analysis of existing façade defects.

• Possess good organisational and interpersonal skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
• Be an inquisitive individual who enjoys collaboration and the stimulation of exchanging ideas with others.

What we offer:

We're ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies, where UK professionals want to work and stay once they join. We've also made the Times Top 50 employers for women.

Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, new approaches and the power of data to help our clients deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. And as the work becomes ever more complex, our employees continue to challenge the status quo.

We're committed to engineering better for people and our planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to creating social value through EDAROTH community housing. We're proud of our active employee networks creating awareness and allyship for our under-represented groups. Not to mention programmes supporting communities outside AtkinsRéalis, including schools, charities, ex-forces and professionals returning after career breaks.

Inclusivity:

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We're ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies, where UK professionals want to work and stay once, they join. We've also made the Times Top 50 employers for women.

Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, new approaches and the power of data to help our clients deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. And as the work becomes ever more complex, our employees continue to challenge the status quo.

We're committed to engineering better for people and our planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to creating social value through EDAROTH community housing. We're proud of our active employee networks creating awareness and allyship for our under-represented groups. Not to mention programmes supporting communities outside AtkinsRéalis, including schools, charities, ex-forces and professionals returning after career breaks.

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 promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

At AtkinsRéalis , we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.