Lead Bridge Engineer - Complex Projects & Mentorship

Pell Frischmann; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pell Frischmann is seeking a Principal Bridge Engineer to lead complex bridge projects across the UK, combining design, assessment and asset renewal. You will mentor junior engineers and work across highways, rail and local authority schemes, engaging clients and stakeholders to deliver robust, innovative solutions.

The role supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements, with offices and sites across the UK and opportunities to influence major infrastructure programs.

Qualifications

• Essential: Civil/Structural Engineering degree; working toward chartership.
• Preferred: Chartered Engineer (ICE/IStructE).
• Preferred: Post graduate technical specialism.
• Essential: Significant post study experience in bridge design/assessment within consultancy.
• Preferred: Experience leading teams or packages of work.
• Essential: Strong technical capability, understanding of DMRB/Eurocodes, communication skills, stakeholder management.
• Preferred: Advanced FE modelling using MIDAS and other common industry tools and BIM integration experience. Bid leadership, business development, or technical innovation.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical lead on complex projects and major work packages.
• Provide technical assurance and oversee compliance with standards.
• Manage and mentor engineers and technicians.
• Engage directly with clients and stakeholders.
• Support business planning, resource allocation and project governance.
• Participate in inspections, assessments, and site work.

Skills

DMRB/Eurocodes

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Technical leadership

MIDAS

BIM tools

Education

Civil/Structural Engineering degree

Chartered Engineer (ICE/IStructE)

Post graduate technical specialism

Tools

MIDAS

BIM integration

Revit

Job description

Pell Frischmann is seeking a Principal Bridge Engineer to lead complex bridge projects across the UK, combining design, assessment and asset renewal. You will mentor junior engineers and work across highways, rail and local authority schemes, engaging clients and stakeholders to deliver robust, innovative solutions.

The role supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements, with offices and sites across the UK and opportunities to influence major infrastructure programs.