Architectural Bridge Designer - Assistant​/Graduate​/RIBA part equivalent

Overview

Start your career shaping landmark infrastructure. AtkinsRéalis is seeking a motivated and talented Assistant Architectural Bridge Designer to join our growing team. Based primarily in our London Victoria office, this is an exciting opportunity for an early-career designer to contribute to the concept, development and delivery of innovative bridge projects.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Structured training and development, including support towards professional qualifications (e.g., RIBA, ICE, IStructE).
• Training and support to develop skills in design and modelling software where required.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• A supportive, collaborative and inclusive working environment.
• Opportunities to work on high-profile and impactful projects.
• Opportunities for travel within the UK and internationally, subject to project roles and responsibilities.

As an Assistant Architectural Bridge Designer, you will support the design and delivery of high-quality bridge and infrastructure projects. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will gain hands‑on experience across all stages of the design process, from initial concepts through to detailed design. You will also have the opportunity to further develop your digital design capabilities, working with industry-standard software and tools, with training provided where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing creative and technically robust bridge design solutions.
• Support the production of drawings, models and design documentation.
• Contribute to concept design development, 3D modelling and visualisations.
• Use design software to support project delivery, including CAD and 3D modelling tools.
• Work collaboratively with engineers, architects and other stakeholders.
• Support project delivery in line with programme, budget and quality requirements.
• Participate in design reviews and team discussions.

We encourage applications from individuals who meet many of the following criteria:

• Degree (or working towards a degree) in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrable interest in bridge design, infrastructure or the built environment.
• Strong design, visualisation and problem-solving skills.
• Experience or interest in 3D modelling and digital design workflows.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive and enthusiastic approach to learning and development.

Software Skills (Desirable)

• Experience in one or more of the following is advantageous:
  Rhino (preferred), Sketch Up, Revit, AutoCAD and/or Micro Station, Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).

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.

Rewards and benefits – Careers at AtkinsRéalis

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  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.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.