Lead Bridge Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Lead Bridge Engineer to join its team, focusing on delivering innovative infrastructure projects. The role involves leading design processes, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while promoting sustainable solutions.

Benefits

Health plans

Wellbeing programs

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Community involvement days

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Engineer or similar.
• Ability to produce compliant engineering solutions independently.
• Understanding of CDM and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team to produce technically sound engineering solutions.
• Preparing and checking designs, calculations, and documentation.
• Managing project budgets and liaising with clients.

Skills

Technical excellence

Project management

Health and safety management

People management

Education

Incorporated or Chartered status

Tools

Engineering software

Analytical tools

Job description

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Lead Bridge Engineer, Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client: Amey

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

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, attending when necessary, and remaining days working remotely. We welcome applications from Lead Engineers across this region.

Our Structures Team is involved in designing some of the largest civil engineering projects across Scotland, with values exceeding £1bn.

Amey manages long-term trunk road network contracts and a diverse portfolio of major roads, bridges, and transportation projects across the UK.

The role

Our Lead Bridge Engineers support the Design team and work closely with Transport Scotland. They lead projects, mentor junior designers, and ensure technical excellence.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading a team to produce technically sound engineering solutions
• Preparing and checking designs, calculations, drawings, and documentation
• Overseeing junior staff and ensuring quality standards
• Managing project budgets and costs
• Liaising with clients and suppliers
• Contributing to bids and work-winning activities
• Promoting health and safety practices

What you will bring to us:

• Experience as a Senior Engineer or similar
• Ability to produce compliant engineering solutions independently
• Experience with health, safety, and welfare management
• Knowledge of design processes and ability to check designs
• Proficiency with relevant software and analytical tools
• Understanding of CDM and risk management
• Capability to act as Principal Designer
• People management skills
• Incorporated or Chartered status preferred

What we can offer you:

We value our people and offer flexibility, career development, benefits, and support. Our progression framework and professional development opportunities are designed to help you succeed.

Work-life balance is important; we support flexible, hybrid, and part-time work options. Benefits include health plans, wellbeing programs, pension, flexible benefits, and discounts.

Our commitment to Inclusion and Diversity

We celebrate our diverse workforce through various affinity groups and support initiatives.

Community and Perks

Enjoy community involvement days, pension schemes, flexible benefits, and savings discounts.

Your Career at Amey Consulting

We foster an inclusive environment where your individuality is valued. We support your ambitions and recognize your contributions.

Application Guidance

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and offer support for applicants with disabilities. Contact our recruitment team at [emailprotected] for assistance.