Senior Bridge Engineer

Pell Frischmann; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Pell Frischmann is recruiting a Senior Bridge Engineer to join our Civil Structures team in the UK. You will lead design and assessment elements, mentor junior engineers and contribute to diverse bridge projects across highways and rail.

Working within a collaborative, supportive environment, you will apply your experience with DMRB/Eurocodes, oversee calculations and drawings, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high standards of delivery and value for communities.

Qualifications

• Significant post study experience in bridge design/assessment within consultancy.
• Working toward chartership and professional registration.

Responsibilities

• Lead elements of design and assessment projects.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers.
• Produce and review calculations, drawings, specifications and reports.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Support planning, scoping, and project management activities.
• Participate in inspections, assessments, and site work.

Skills

Eurocodes

DMRB

Communication

Bridge design

Education

Civil/Structural Engineering degree

Chartered Engineer (ICE/IStructE)

Tools

MIDAS

BIM tools

Job description

We are looking to hire for Senior Bridge Engineers due to a number of project wins in our Civil Structures team.

At Pell Frischmann, we're shaping the future of infrastructure through engineering excellence, innovation and a commitment to creating lasting value for communities. As we celebrate over 100 years of engineering achievement, we continue to deliver some of the UK's most challenging and impactful projects across transport, the built environment, water, energy and environmental sectors.

Our Bridges team is recognised for delivering innovative design, inspection, asset management and renewal solutions across highways, rail and local authority structures. From major bridge management programmes and active travel schemes to complex refurbishment and replacement projects, we combine technical excellence, digital delivery and sustainable engineering to create resilient infrastructure for future generations. Recent recognition at the NCE Bridges Awards, where we won Innovation in Carbon Reduction, reflects the strength of our expertise and the impact of our work across the sector.

Due to continued growth, we are recruiting Senior Bridge Engineers to join our expanding Civil Structures team. Working with clients across highways, rail, developers and major infrastructure partners, you'll play a key role in delivering a diverse portfolio of complex bridge and civil structure projects throughout the UK. As part of a supportive and highly skilled team, you'll develop innovative solutions for new and existing structures, mentor junior engineers and help maintain the high standards of delivery our clients value.

We foster a collaborative, inclusive culture where people are empowered to develop their careers, contribute fresh ideas and make a meaningful difference. With opportunities for both office and site-based work, flexible and hybrid working arrangements, and a strong commitment to professional development, you'll be supported to achieve your full potential while helping deliver infrastructure that connects communities and creates a more sustainable future.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead elements of design and assessment projects.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers.
• Produce and review calculations, drawings, specifications and reports.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Support planning, scoping, and project management activities.
• Participate in inspections, assessments, and site work.

Which Qualifications, experience and skills are required?

Essential Qualifications

• Civil/Structural Engineering degree; working toward chartership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer (ICE/IStructE).

Essential Experience

• Significant post study experience in bridge design/assessment experience within consultancy.

Preferred Experience

• Experience leading small teams or packages of work.

Essential Skills

• Strong technical capability, understanding of DMRB/Eurocodes, communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Advanced FE modelling using MIDAS or other common industry tools and BIM integration experience.