Engineering Project Manager - Bridge Surveyor

HSB Technical; Hessle; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manager - Bridge Surveyor to manage and deliver bridge survey and inspection projects in the United Kingdom. This role involves planning and executing projects while ensuring compliance with all standards and regulations. Candidates must have proven experience in bridge inspections and project management, along with relevant qualifications in civil or structural engineering. Competitive salary offered at £40,000.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bridge survey, inspection, and engineering project management.
• Competence in rail and highway operational safety and traffic management.
• Experience producing technical reports, CAD drawings, and survey documentation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and manage bridge survey and inspection activities.
• Produce accurate Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS).
• Collect, record, and interpret survey data.

Skills

Bridge survey and inspection expertise

Project management

Technical reporting

Risk assessment

Team leadership

Education

Degree in civil/structural engineering or equivalent

Confined space and underwater inspection certifications

Tools

CAD software

Health & Safety regulations

Job description

Position: Engineering Project Manager - Bridge Surveyor (Survey & Inspection)

Location: [Insert location]

Rate/Salary: £40,000

Type: Permanent

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy and Subsea sectors. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

Typically, this person will plan, manage, and deliver bridge survey and inspection projects from initial instruction to completion, ensuring compliance with client requirements, industry standards, and health & safety regulations. They will oversee technical documentation, site operations, and supervise teams and subcontractors during surveys and inspections.

Duties and responsibilities

Project Planning & Coordination

• Plan, prepare, and manage bridge survey and inspection activities from initial instruction through to delivery.
• Review client specifications, railway standards (e.g., STE7), and relevant technical documentation to ensure full understanding of scope.
• Develop work packs including survey briefs, inspection schedules, and resource plans.
• Provide technical input into pricing, bid preparation, and programme development.

Technical Documentation & Reporting

• Produce accurate Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS) tailored to bridge structures, access methods, and traffic/railway constraints.
• Compile detailed technical reports including defect descriptions, condition ratings, measurements, and photographic evidence.
• Prepare CAD drawings, structural sketches, survey plans, and digital models to support engineering assessments.
• Ensure documentation meets client requirements, industry standards, and internal quality procedures.

Administrative & Compliance Duties

• Maintain accurate project records, inspection logs, and asset data in line with rail and highway asset management systems.
• Support quality assurance processes and ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and railway/highway standards.
• Coordinate with planners, rail possession teams, and highway authorities to secure permits, track access, and traffic management arrangements.

Site-Based Responsibilities

Bridge Survey & Inspection Activities

• Carry out general, principal, special, underwater, and confined space bridge inspections.
• Collect, record, and interpret survey data, including structural measurements, GPS/topographic data, underwater/bathymetric data, defect mapping, and photographic/video evidence.
• Ensure all data is collected to required precision, accuracy, and client specifications.

Rail & Highway Operational Responsibilities

• Work safely within rail possessions, line blockages, and under traffic management systems.
• Coordinate with Controller of Site Safety (COSS), Lookouts, and Traffic Safety Control Officers (TSCOs).
• Ensure plant, equipment, and access/egress routes are set up safely and in line with standards.

Supervision & Team Leadership

• Act as Site/Job Supervisor when required, leading small teams during inspections and surveys.
• Oversee and mentor junior surveyors/inspectors, ensuring safe and effective work practices.
• Manage subcontractors and specialist teams including diving units, rope access technicians, and confined space specialists.

Specialist Operations (as qualified)

• Undertake confined space entry and supervision for culverts, tunnels, and substructure chambers.
• Conduct underwater bridge inspections and diving operations in accordance with HSE Inshore regulations.
• Perform swift-water and flood-risk operations for scour assessments and emergency inspections.
• Operate in complex or hazardous environments including high-level structures, tidal areas, and remote locations.

Key Deliverables

• Accurate, high-quality bridge inspection reports, CAD drawings, and survey outputs delivered on time.
• Compliant execution of rail and highway works, including possession/traffic management adherence and safe system of work deployment.
• Effective communication with clients, asset owners, and project stakeholders.
• Consistent delivery in line with internal quality systems, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications and requirements

• Proven experience in bridge survey, inspection, and engineering project management.
• Competence in rail and highway operational safety, traffic management, and possession coordination.
• Experience producing technical reports, CAD drawings, and survey documentation.
• Relevant qualifications in civil/structural engineering, surveying, or equivalent.
• Confined space and underwater inspection certifications (desirable).

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role.