Civil Engineer – Infrastructure

Position

Discipline:
Civil/Infrastructure

Location:

London

We are looking for a driven Civil Engineer to join our team – someone with the curiosity and skill to shape projects from concept through to delivery across a wide range of sectors, including commercial, healthcare, retail, education and industrial.

• Act independently to investigate solutions, exploring options and working closely with partners and peers alike in order to develop and communicate design solutions.
• Prepare detailed design drawings and specifications for tender purposes.
• Respond to client requests for information.
• Attend design team meetings with clients, other design collaborators, and communicate design ideas through sketches, models and presentations.
• Assist in the production of construction information for issue to contractors.
• Coordinate design information with engineers of other disciplines.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior members of the team, with the support of the team leader.
• Facilitate and organise meetings and CPD training events to contribute to your own development and the development of others, where appropriate.
• Support and participate in AKT II’s technical agenda.
• Provide day‑to‑day support to colleagues from other disciplines within the office.
• Attend team meetings with both internal and external disciplines.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Strong experience in civil engineering design.

• Proficiency in design and analysis software, particularly Civil 3D; knowledge of AutoCAD/Civil 3D is advantageous.
• Experience using Info Drainage.
• 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).

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

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. AKT II is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all communities.