Principal Highway Structures Engineer

Carrington West; England; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking a Principal Engineer with expertise in Highways Structures/Bridges for a permanent position in Berkshire. The successful candidate will handle maintenance schemes, oversee bridge stock management, and ensure project delivery within budget. Flexible working options are available, making it an attractive opportunity for seasoned professionals wishing to advance their careers.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Highways and Structures/Bridges is essential.
• Strong project management skills and ability to lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement maintenance schemes for highway bridges.
• Oversee the council's bridge stock, including inspections and maintenance.
• Evaluate external design and construction proposals, ensuring budget compliance.
• Ensure timely delivery of projects.

Skills

Highways Structures

Project Management

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Liaison

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Principal Engineer with experience in Highways Structures/Bridges to join a client in Berkshire.

Your main duties include preparing and implementing maintenance schemes and programmes of work, overseeing all aspects of the authority's bridge stock, evaluating design and construction proposals, and ensuring all projects are delivered on time and within budget. Additional responsibilities involve team leading and supervision, stakeholder liaison, and acting as the technical expert on highway structures for the council.

This is a full-time, permanent position. The salary range is £53,000 - £58,000 plus package and benefits, which are negotiable for the right candidate. Flexible working and remote options are available.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Prepare, develop, and implement maintenance schemes related to highway bridges and structures.
2. Oversee all aspects of the council's bridge stock, including inspections, maintenance, construction, and strengthening.
3. Evaluate design and construction proposals submitted by external parties.
4. Ensure timely and within-budget delivery of projects and programmes.

Previous experience in Highways and Structures/Bridges is essential. Carrington West is also recruiting Engineers and Project Managers with similar backgrounds across the South of the UK. Please contact us to learn more.

For more information, contact Ilya Donets at Carrington West via phone at 02393 876028 or email [e-mail].

Note: If your skills match but the rate, location, or seniority isn't ideal, please send your CV anyway. We frequently recruit for similar roles across the UK and are eager to discuss your employment situation discreetly.

Even if satisfied in your current role, we welcome future contact from highway, traffic, and transportation professionals. Our team has over 25 years of market experience. Call Ilya at Carrington West for more details.

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