Built environment and deconstruction engineer – KTP Associate

at  Aston University

This Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) project aims to revolutionise the demolition and de-construction sector by harnessing technology to advance efficiencies, safety and environmental performance.
The proposed project envisages the development of a transformative “Digital Demolition” platform incorporating 3D scanning, artificial intelligence, and remote-control equipment enabling demolition to be pre-programmed, predictable, data-driven, and simulated in a virtual environment eliminating worker’s exposure to dangerous environments.
Candidate Profile: a first degree (or equivalent) 2.1 or above in either Civil Engineering, Surveying, Architecture and Built Environment, preferably with a Master’s specialisation in a Mathematics or Computer Science related discipline.

SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE REQUIRED INCLUDE:

• The ideal candidate will have industry experience in relevant fields (as above)
• Knowledge/ experience of BIM and its application
• Knowledge of key software packages to develop the 3 D model and 4 D simulation e.g. Autodesk Recap/Revit, Navisworks, MS Project, Bentley Synchro 4D pro
• Object-oriented programming in Python, C++ or C#
• Experience/ knowledge of machine learning algorithms, or the desire to upskill in this area
• Knowledge of the virtual reality technology and integration

• Development of digital applications, particularly BIM-based applications, Design and/or construction management.
• Basic statistics, Object-oriented programming in Python, C++ or C#, BIM application development environment.
• Autodesk Recap/Revit to develop a 3D model and 4D simulation.