Lead Bridge Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a Lead Bridge Engineer to join their team in Watford. This role involves leading design teams for major infrastructure projects, providing opportunities for career growth and professional development. The ideal candidate should have experience in design engineering and project management, with a commitment to health and safety. Flexible work options and a supportive progression framework are offered.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Flexible benefits including additional leave and discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a Senior Engineer role or equivalent required.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering software and tools.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead design teams for major civil engineering projects.
• Produce and check engineering solutions adhering to standards.
• Manage project budgets and liaise with stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Design Engineering

Health and Safety Management

Team Leadership

Education

Incorporated or Chartered status

Tools

Engineering Software

Analytical Tools

Job description

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Lead Bridge Engineer, Watford, Hertfordshire

Client: Amey

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

Job Description:

Location: Manchester/Newcastle/Sheffield/Remote

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 a permanent Lead Bridge Engineer to join our Amey Consulting team in Manchester, Newcastle, Sheffield, with shared office space, attending office when necessary, and remaining days working remotely. We welcome applications from Lead Engineers across this region.

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

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

These long-term contracts offer excellent opportunities for professional growth in challenging engineering projects.

The role

Our Lead Bridge Engineers support and lead design teams, working alongside clients like Transport Scotland. Responsibilities include leading teams, producing designs, overseeing junior staff, managing project budgets, liaising with stakeholders, contributing to bids, and promoting health and safety.

What you will bring to us:

• Experience in a Senior Engineer role or equivalent in relevant technical fields.
• Ability to produce and check engineering solutions adhering to standards and client requirements.
• Experience with health, safety, and welfare project management.
• Knowledge of design and specification processes, capable of advising and checking designs.
• Proficiency with relevant software and analytical tools.
• Understanding of CDM regulations and risk management.
• Management skills for leading a medium-sized technical team.
• Incorporated or Chartered status is desirable.

What we can offer you:

We offer flexibility, career development, benefits, and support, recognized by Investors in People. Our progression framework and mentoring support your career growth. We promote work-life balance with flexible work options and provide health, wellbeing, and social value benefits.

• Generous pension scheme.
• Flexible benefits including additional leave, cycle schemes, and discounts.

Your Career at Amey Consulting

We value individuality and support your ambitions. You’ll be supported and recognized for your efforts, empowered to contribute and grow.

Application Guidance

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all qualified candidates and offer support during the application process. Contact our recruitment team at [emailprotected] for assistance.