Senior / Principal Bridge Engineer

Egis Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior/Principal Engineer to lead civil and bridge engineering projects. This role is crucial for delivering high-quality designs on time and within budget while mentoring junior team members. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, you will engage in iconic projects that connect communities and protect the environment. Join a diverse team where your expertise will contribute to shaping a better future, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and fostering growth within the engineering team. This opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in the transport and energy sectors.

Qualifications

• Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer with practical bridge design experience.
• Proficient in bridge modelling software and project management.

Responsibilities

• Drive delivery of civil and bridge engineering projects.
• Mentor junior engineers and manage project resources.

Skills

Bridge Design

Project Management

Structural Modelling

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Stakeholder Management

Education

BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering

Tools

Midas Civil

Job description

About Us

Egis is a leading global consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work hand-in-hand with our clients across every aspect of transport, energy and the built environment to build a more balanced, sustainable and resilient world. We hold 50+ years of experience and have a worldwide workforce of over 20,000 people.

In the UK, we are delivering some of the most iconic projects which help connect people, protect our environment and meet emission reduction targets. We work in the transport and energy sectors, providing consultancy, engineering and operations services for clients such as major airports, governments, regulators, cities and rail and road operators.

You will be based in our office in Bristol.

About the Role

As a Senior / Principal Engineer, you will be pivotal in driving the delivery of civil and bridge engineering projects and will use your knowledge and skills to deliver the right quality to time and budget. You will use those attributes to mentor and support junior team members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Bridge design, both in the UK, Ireland and overseas, from feasibility to construction stage
• Bridge management
• Bridge strengthening and repair, inspections and assessments
• General civil and structural engineering support to other teams
• Feasibility studies and options appraisals
• Preparation of documents, reports and health and safety risk assessments, scheme designs and drawings, scheme feasibility studies and outline cost estimates
• Coordinate and manage engineering activities so that they result in civil / structural schemes that are affordable and meet programme requirements in a safe and environmentally responsible manner for time, cost and quality
• Manage resources, junior engineers and CAD technicians, to complete the deliverables
• Ensure allocated design and construction contracts include reference to and are compliant with appropriate standards, formal specifications and procedures
• Ensure compliance of engineering deliverables to Health and safety legislation, Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015
• Identify and share best practice across the various project teams
• Support growth of the Structures Engineering team, recruitment of technical staff and manage the mentoring of junior engineers

This role will involve working with Egis colleagues in Ireland, it may also include working on other projects internationally. This will predominantly be via remote conferencing and periodic travel.

What do we need from you

• Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer
• Practical knowledge and experience of bridge design, maintenance and assessment, gained from working on both construction sites and the design office
• Practical knowledge and experience of project management of bridge projects, team management and training
• Proficient in bridge modelling software such as Midas Civil
• Design of concrete, steel, and composite bridges
• Structural modelling and analysis
• Excellent understanding of Eurocodes and their application to bridge design and related regulations (CDM)
• Proven working knowledge of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) and Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCDHW) in relation to structural schemes
• Excellent relationship management skills with the ability to engage, negotiate and manage key stakeholders and suppliers
• Excellent engineering, analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Technical qualifications to degree in relevant subject BEng/MEng
• CITB CSCS scheme, or equivalent

Desirable:

• An appreciation of environmental issues in engineering works, including low carbon design
• Bridge Inspections
• Bridge Remedial Design
• Parametric Modelling
• Preparation of contract documents and BOQs
• Construction Supervision
• Design of steel/concrete elements in building and civil structures
• ITS Civils Design
• Rail, Tunneling, Ports experience

What's in it for you?

We are committed to our planet:

In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.

Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.