Principal Bridge Engineer

Matchtech; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-profile projects

Career development

Collaborative environment

Employee benefits package

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking an experienced Principal Bridge Engineer in the Greater London area to lead design and assessment of bridge structures within major highways projects.

You will oversee bridge maintenance programs, manage project teams, conduct site inspections, and prepare detailed reports while collaborating with contractors, stakeholders and internal teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and drive innovative engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in bridge engineering within highways.
• Knowledge of bridge design, assessment and maintenance principles.
• Leadership and project management skills.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering software and tools.
• Degree in engineering with professional qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design and assessment of bridge structures.
• Overseeing bridge maintenance programmes to ensure safety and functionality.
• Managing project teams and providing technical guidance.
• Conducting site inspections and evaluations.
• Preparing detailed technical reports and documentation.
• Collaborating with external contractors, stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Developing and implementing innovative engineering solutions.

Skills

Bridge design

Bridge assessment

Bridge maintenance

Leadership

Project management

Report writing

Collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree

Professional qualifications

Tools

Bridge design software

Job description

Our client, a prominent entity within the Highways sector, is in search of a Principal Bridge Engineer for a permanent position. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure projects and oversee the structural integrity of bridges within the region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading the design and assessment of bridge structures
• Overseeing bridge maintenance programmes to ensure safety and functionality
• Managing project teams and providing technical guidance
• Conducting site inspections and evaluations
• Preparing detailed technical reports and documentation
• Collaborating with external contractors, stakeholders, and internal teams
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Developing and implementing innovative engineering solutions

Job Requirements:

• Extensive experience in bridge engineering within the Highways sector
• In-depth knowledge of bridge design, assessment, and maintenance principles
• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Proficiency with relevant engineering software and tools
• Excellent report writing and presentation abilities
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Relevant engineering degree and professional qualifications

Benefits:

• Opportunities to work on high-profile infrastructure projects
• Professional development and career progression support
• A collaborative and innovative work environment
• Comprehensive employee benefits package

If you are an experienced Bridge Engineer looking for a new and challenging role within the Highways sector, we would love to hear from you.