Bridges Manager

Waterman Aspen; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Bridges Manager in Glasgow, Scotland. The ideal candidate will have UK experience in public infrastructure, lead technical teams, and possess Chartered Engineer status. Responsibilities include managing engineering projects and ensuring compliance while providing technical assistance to clients. This role offers a competitive salary, a company car, and significant professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Contribution to commuting mileage

Permanent health insurance

25 days annual leave

Company pension contribution

Salary sacrifice options

Paid community volunteer day

Qualifications

• Experience within a public or private sector client context.
• Experience leading teams in public infrastructure.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it.
• Experience managing complex engineering projects.
• Ability to develop asset management plans.
• Experience with contracts and procurement.
• Adaptability in political environments.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work as a key member of the Scotland team.
• Assist clients with technical progression.
• Lead technical teams on engineering projects.
• Ensure compliance throughout the asset lifecycle.
• Promote best practices in engineering.

Skills

UK experience within public/private/third-sector

Leading technical teams

Chartered Engineer status

Managing complex engineering projects

Developing asset management plans for bridges

Contracts and procurement processes

Political and multi-agency environment adaptation

Clear communication

Full UK driving licence

Job description

You’ll get all the benefits of being employed by us, while working on a variety of projects for our clients. Joining Waterman Aspen as a Bridges Manager will see you as a key member of the Scotland team and you can expect :

• A varied client base where you can apply and develop your skills
• Buy-in from clients to assist in your technical progression
• Further exposure to your chosen industry – increasing your awareness, knowledge and sharpening your skills
• The flexibility to broaden your horizons with each new secondment, without changing your employer
• Career development and training to reach your professional or academic qualification goals supported by our own network of mentors and managers
• Paid subscription to a professional body of your choice
• Regular social events and volunteering opportunities

Experience required…

Essential

• UK experience within a public, private or third‑sector UK‑based client
• Experience in leading technical teams within a public infrastructure or highways context.
• Chartered Engineer status (or working toward it), with expertise in bridges or large civil structures.
• Managing complex engineering projects, budgets, and cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Proficient in developing and implementing asset management plans for bridges, interpreting data for strategic investment and budgeting, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards throughout the asset lifecycle.
• Experience with contracts and procurement processes.
• Working within a political and multi‑agency environment.
• Clear, confident communication with a strong focus on collaboration and results.
• Adapting to change and promoting best practice in engineering risk, design standards, and statutory compliance.
• A full UK driving licence

You’ll get this and so much more…

As a salaried colleague, you’ll get a salary in line with your experience, skills and location along with an industry‑leading benefits package :

• Company car or car allowance
• Contribution to commuting mileage
• Permanent health insurance
• 25 days annual leave (option to buy up to 5 more), in addition to the normal public holidays (based on a 40 hour week, pro rata for part‑time colleagues)
• Company pension contribution
• Salary sacrifice to buy additional benefits
• 1 paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day to volunteer in your local community