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Insights

Welcome to Insights from AWA. On this page, you will find articles covering the latest news, trends and information about structural engineering. This blog will keep you informed of the current topics in structural engineering, including new and emerging technologies, materials and industry standards.

Five interview tips for Structural Engineering Graduates

Five interview tips for Structural Engineering Graduates

The final year of university is an exciting time but when it comes to looking for jobs, it can feel daunting. Here are five interview tips for any Structural Engineering graduate or undergraduate taking their next steps towards full-time employment:

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Solving marine engineering challenges: AWA’s involvement in rebuilding Ryde Pier

Solving marine engineering challenges: AWA’s involvement in rebuilding Ryde Pier

We speak to Rob Bailey, Senior Technician at AWA, about the project he’s been leading on the Isle of Wight.

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What drawing and design software do we use to deliver our projects at AWA?

What drawing and design software do we use to deliver our projects at AWA?

Investing in cutting-edge software packages not only benefits our clients but our staff and those we partner with on projects too.

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Understanding Structural Engineering with Mark Kent and Jamie Barrett

Our Managing Director Mark Kent sits down with Jamie Barrett of Evolution5 Construction Management & Consulting to discuss structural engineering.

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Horatio’s Garden: A look at AWA’s approach to drainage solutions

We hear from Senior Engineer, Craig Bobbett, who specialises in below ground drainage at AWA, about a project at Horatio’s Garden in Cardiff which required extensive drainage solutions.

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Five reasons why your Drainage Soakaway might not be working

Sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) are drainage solutions that are designed to manage surface water run-off to maximise its benefits and minimise its negative impacts, often by mimicking natural drainage systems.

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A look back: First year as a graduate Structural Engineer

First inspired to start a career in structural engineering by working on his parents’ house renovation at age 16, recent graduate Joshua Powell now works as a Structural Engineer at AWA.

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Becoming a Structural Technician – Chris’ journey

Chris Warren is a Senior Structural Technician at Andrew Waring Associates (AWA). Growing up enjoying drawing, Chris applied to work as a structural technician after seeing a job advertised in a local newspaper at the age of 17. We speak to Chris about his career and why he has never looked back.

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Working as a Technical Director at AWA: An interview with Ben Whitfield

Putting in the groundwork to set up a new office in Bath, we speak to AWA Technical Director Ben Whitfield about his career journey and current projects. Ben graduated from the University of Bath in 2008 and has been working for AWA for almost two years.

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