Lead Bridges & Asset Management Engineer

Fusion People Ltd; Manchester; Sur place; GBP 47 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Highways Client is seeking an experienced Principal Structures Engineer in the Manchester area (Manchester/Preston/Warrington) to lead bridge and structural asset programmes across a regional network. The role involves developing asset management plans, overseeing surveys, and ensuring delivery of renewal and maintenance schemes.

The successful candidate will have a civil/structural engineering degree, Chartered/ Incorporated status or progress toward it, and strong experience in highways

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status, or working towards professional accreditation.
• Strong experience within highways structures, bridges, or related infrastructure assets.
• Knowledge of structural inspections, assessments, asset management, and maintenance planning.
• Experience working with contractors, consultants, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Understanding of relevant industry standards, asset management principles, and engineering best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make informed technical decisions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsabilités

• Lead the management and development of bridge and structural asset programmes across a diverse regional network.
• Develop and implement asset management plans that deliver value for money and support long-term infrastructure performance.
• Commission and oversee structural surveys, inspections, and technical assessments.
• Review and approve technical reports, drawings, specifications, and supporting documentation.
• Provide expert engineering advice to support renewal, maintenance, and improvement schemes.
• Monitor asset condition data and utilise evidence-based approaches to inform investment decisions.
• Support the prioritisation of structural defects and recommend effective maintenance strategies.
• Collaborate with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Contribute to the development of best practice standards and continuous improvement initiatives.

Connaissances

Bridge asset management

Asset condition data

Inspections

Stakeholder management

Contractor collaboration

Analytical thinking

Driving licence

Formation

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status

Description du poste

Highways Client is seeking an experienced Principal Structures Engineer in the Manchester area (Manchester/Preston/Warrington) to lead bridge and structural asset programmes across a regional network. The role involves developing asset management plans, overseeing surveys, and ensuring delivery of renewal and maintenance schemes.

The successful candidate will have a civil/structural engineering degree, Chartered/ Incorporated status or progress toward it, and strong experience in highways