Principal Bridge Engineer

ZipRecruiter; North East; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Principal Bridge Engineer to lead innovative projects in the highways sector. This role involves overseeing the design and assessment of bridge structures, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. With a hybrid working model, the company promotes a healthy work-life balance while offering competitive benefits, including generous holiday allowances and professional development opportunities. Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in civil engineering, where your expertise will contribute to impactful infrastructure projects.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme: up to 6% contribution

Ongoing professional development

Good maternity leave package

Cycle2work scheme

Discounts from leading retailers

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer with significant experience in bridge engineering.
• Proficient in leading multiple projects and reviewing designs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team in appraisal, assessment, and design of bridge structures.
• Conduct bridge inspections and prepare technical reports.

Skills

Bridge Engineering

Project Management

DMRB Standards

MCHW Standards

Eurocodes Knowledge

Design Software (STAAD, MIDAS, LUSAS, Autodesk SBD)

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

STAAD

MIDAS

LUSAS

Autodesk SBD

Job description

Job Description

Principal Bridge Engineer - Highways Industry

Location: County Durham / North Yorkshire / West Yorkshire (hybrid working - 2 days from home)

A Principal Bridge Engineer is required to join a Building Design Consultancy on a permanent basis. The company is a multi-discipline building design consultancy with a consistent stream of workflow. They offer a broad range of services including Building Surveying, Civil & Structural, Highways, and Drainage Engineering.

Benefits:

1. Salary: £65,000 - £70,000
2. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to 10 additional days
3. Pension scheme: up to 6% contribution
4. Hybrid working to support work-life balance
5. Ongoing professional development
6. Good maternity leave package
7. Cycle2work scheme
8. Discounts from leading retailers

The Role:

1. Leading the team in appraisal, assessment, and design of bridge structures
2. Undertaking bridge design from option study to detailed design, including preliminary design and cost estimates
3. Conducting bridge inspections (GI's and PI's) and assessments
4. Preparing technical reports, including AIPs, assessment and design reports, specifications, and contract documents
5. Mentoring and developing Engineers and Technicians
6. Conducting site visits as required

Requirements:

1. Chartered Engineer with a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)
2. Significant experience in bridge engineering within a consultancy or Local Authority
3. Experience leading multiple projects and reviewing concept and detailed designs
4. Proficient in DMRB and MCHW standards
5. Knowledge of Eurocodes and British Standards for bridges and civil structures
6. Familiar with analysis and design software such as STAAD, MIDAS, LUSAS, Autodesk SBD
7. Full UK driving license

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