Lead Bridge Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm is seeking a Lead Bridge Engineer to join their team, with opportunities for professional growth in major infrastructure projects. The role involves leading design teams, managing budgets, and ensuring safety practices, all while enjoying flexible working arrangements and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Career development

Flexible working options

Health plans

Wellbeing programs

Pension schemes

Community involvement days

Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Engineer in civil engineering.
• Ability to lead and provide high-quality engineering solutions.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team to produce engineering solutions.
• Managing project budgets and costs.
• Overseeing junior staff and ensuring quality work.

Skills

Civil Engineering

People Management

Health and Safety Management

Design and Specification Process Knowledge

Risk Assessment

Education

Incorporated or Chartered status

Tools

Analytical Software

Job description

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Lead Bridge Engineer, Crawley, West Sussex

Client:

Amey

Location:

Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

Job Description:

Location: Manchester/Newcastle/Sheffield/Remote

Amey is a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Working with us, you'll deliver 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 a permanent Lead Bridge Engineer to join our Amey Consulting team in Manchester, Newcastle, Sheffield, with shared office space and remote working options. We welcome applications from Lead Engineers across these regions.

Our Structures Team designs some of Scotland's largest civil engineering and infrastructure projects, with cumulative values exceeding £1bn.

Amey manages the Southwest and Northeast Trunk Road Network Management contracts, awarded in 2020 and 2022 respectively, with durations of 8 years, extendable to 12. In addition, we have various projects with Transport Scotland, Local Authorities, and contractors nationwide.

These long-term contracts offer excellent opportunities for professional growth and involvement in major engineering projects across Scotland’s arterial road network.

The role

Our Lead Bridge Engineers play a key role within the Design team and collaborate with Transport Scotland. As a Lead Senior Engineer, you will support your Design Team Leader on civil schemes, lead projects, and mentor junior designers.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading a team to produce technically sound engineering solutions compliant with standards and client requirements.
• Preparing and reviewing designs, calculations, drawings, and documentation to meet quality, cost, and schedule criteria.
• Overseeing junior staff and ensuring quality and timeliness of their work.
• Managing project budgets and costs.
• Liaising with clients and suppliers, attending meetings, and responding to queries.
• Contributing to bids and work-winning activities.
• Promoting health and safety practices within the team.

What you will bring to us:

• Experience and expertise in civil engineering, likely from a Senior Engineer role or similar.
• Ability to produce compliant, high-quality engineering solutions independently and supervise others.
• Experience with health, safety, and welfare management, including CDM regulations.
• Capability to act as the main engineering contact, e.g., CRE for Network Rail schemes.
• Knowledge of design and specification processes, with the ability to review and advise.
• Proficiency with relevant software and analytical tools.
• Understanding of risk assessment and hazard management.
• Potential to act as Principal Designer on projects.
• People management skills for a medium-sized technical team.
• Incorporated or Chartered status is desirable or essential depending on contracts.

What we can offer you:

At Amey, our biggest asset is our people. We offer flexibility, career development, benefits, and support to help you thrive. Our progression framework supports your career milestones, and we recognize professional qualifications with bonuses.

We promote work-life balance through flexible, hybrid, and part-time options, supported by our network of UK offices.

Benefits include health plans, wellbeing programs, community involvement days, pension schemes, flexible benefits, and discounts.

Your Career at Amey Consulting

We value individual contributions and support your growth. You’ll be supported, recognized, and encouraged to achieve your ambitions.

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and offer accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Contact our recruitment team at [emailprotected] for support.