Bridge Engineer

Amey; South Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Amey is seeking Bridge Engineers to join their consulting team in Manchester/Newcastle/Sheffield. The role involves delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions and overseeing projects from inception to completion. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and relevant experience in bridge design and management.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Career development support

Health cash plans and wellbeing programs

Generous pension scheme

Discounts from leading retailers

Qualifications

• Experience in assessment, design, and management of bridges.
• Strong understanding of structural behavior and analysis.
• Experience likely gained as an Assistant Engineer or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Implementing project requirements to meet client specifications.
• Preparing and checking design approaches and calculations.
• Mentoring and developing team members from Graduate Engineers.

Skills

Structural engineering

Team-oriented attitude

Proactive approach

Knowledge of DMRB and Eurocodes

Experience with highway structures

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Chartered status with ICE, IStructE, CIHT

Tools

FE analysis using Lusas, Atena, or Midas software

Job description

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Full Job Description

We're Hiring: Bridge Engineers in Manchester/Newcastle/Sheffield

Amey are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.

Working for us, you’ll be delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future.

Our people are driven by strong values, based on safety, insight and collaboration.

The Opportunity

We have a fantastic opportunity for permanent Structural Engineers/Bridge Engineers to join our Amey Consulting team for our Scotland account in Manchester/Newcastle/Sheffield, with shared office space, attending office when necessary, and remaining days working remotely. We welcome applications from Structural Engineers across these regions.

Amey delivers a range of local, national, and international infrastructure projects for clients including Transport Scotland, Network Rail, National Highways, Local Authorities, and Contractors. We have secured multiple long-term contracts and continue to grow and expand into new regions and markets.

Recent / ongoing projects include:

• £1.2bn Scotland North East and South West Trunk Road Network Management Contracts
• £240m Avonmouth and Severn Bridges SBIM contract
• Midlands Highway Alliance Plus consultancy framework
• £10bn The Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU)
• £20M Lagan Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge
• £120m Clyde Waterfront & Renfrew Riverside
• £80m Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District Scotland

The role

As a Bridge Engineer, you will play an important part in every stage of a project from inception to completion.

Key responsibilities include:

• Implementing project requirements to meet client specifications and relevant standards.
• Undertaking technical work within your ability and competence.
• Preparing and checking design approaches, calculations, drawings, and documents.
• Carrying out site visits, surveys, inspections, and supervising subcontractors.
• Preparing and checking feasibility studies, inspections, assessments, and technical reports, ensuring compliance with Amey procedures.
• Working independently with confidence and reviewing the work of others.
• Mentoring and developing team members from Graduate Engineers and Technicians to Assistant Engineers.
• Assisting with contract preparation, project planning, and programming.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation, especially CDM regulations.
• Producing technically sound engineering solutions within a team.
• Preparing and reviewing designs, calculations, drawings, and documentation to meet quality, cost, and time criteria.
• Overseeing junior staff and being responsible for their actions.
• Liaising with clients and suppliers, attending progress meetings, and responding to queries.
• Managing a small, locally based single-discipline technical team and their workload.
• Contributing to bid preparation and business development.
• Promoting effective health and safety practices within the team.

What you will bring to us:

• Experience and expertise in Structural engineering, likely gained as an Assistant Engineer or similar role.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered status (or working towards it) with ICE, IStructE, CIHT, or another relevant professional body.
• Experience in assessment, design, and management of bridges.
• Strong understanding of structural behavior and analysis.
• Knowledge of standards such as DMRB and Eurocodes.
• Team-oriented attitude, sharing ideas and collaborating effectively.
• Proactive approach with a commitment to health, safety, and welfare.
• Experience with highway structures and major bridges.
• Experience in FE analysis using Lusas, Atena, or Midas software.

What we can offer you:

At Amey, we value our people and offer flexibility, career development, benefits, and support to help you through life's ups and downs. We are recognized in the top 1% of employers by Investors in People.

Our progression framework supports your career growth, with mentoring and support to achieve milestones. We also offer professional development recognition bonuses.

Work-life Balance

We promote work-life balance and flexible working options, including hybrid, part-time, and flexible patterns. Our UK-wide offices facilitate discussions on suitable working arrangements.

Additional benefits include health cash plans, GP support, wellbeing programs, dental vouchers, and more.

EDI

We celebrate diversity through our Affinity Groups, providing community support and a safe space for sharing and learning.

Social Value

Enjoy 2 Community Involvement Days annually for volunteering, plus additional fundraising opportunities.

• Pension – Generous pension scheme with contributions from us.
• Choices – Flexible benefits, including extra leave, cycle-to-work, charity giving, and gym discounts.
• Save with Amey – Access to discounts from leading retailers.

Your Career at Amey Consulting

We value individual contributions and support your personal growth, fostering an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and achieve your ambitions.

Application Guidance

We are committed to inclusion and diversity, welcoming applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We ensure interview opportunities for disabled applicants meeting minimum role requirements.