Senior / Principal Bridge Engineer

Pell Frischmann; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the built and natural environment is seeking a Senior/Principal Bridge Engineer to join their Civil Structures Team. The role involves supporting highway project delivery, including inspection, design, and supervision of works. The ideal candidate will have a BSc in Civil Engineering and experience in highway and bridge projects, ensuring compliance with standards and safety legislation.

Benefits

Professional development

Competitive benefits

Qualifications

• Experience with highway and bridge projects.
• Knowledge of highway design codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engineering services such as investigations and site inspections.
• Prepare technical designs and develop documents for approval.
• Coordinate with contractors and supervise works.

Skills

Communication

Initiative

Education

BSc in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

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About Pell Frischmann

Pell Frischmann is a specialist advisory and technical consultancy operating across the built and natural environment, helping to shape a better future for the communities in which we work. We offer consultancy services, with access to specialist sister companies and partners, to support both public and private-sector clients. We work across sectors encompassing buildings, infrastructure, and regeneration.

Main Purpose of the Job

We are seeking an experienced Engineer to join our Civil Structures Team on the Portsmouth City Council Highways PFI Contract with Colas Ltd. The successful candidate will support highway project delivery, including inspection, design, and supervision of works. The role is primarily office/site-based with support from our London team.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Conduct engineering services such as investigations, site inspections, data analysis, feasibility studies, design, tender documentation, and supervision.
2. Prepare technical designs following approved standards.
3. Develop technical documents and drawings for review and approval.
4. Apply engineering judgment and propose innovative solutions.
5. Coordinate with contractors, design team, and project managers on changes and scope.
6. Supervise works and prepare related reports and calculations.
7. Ensure compliance with standards, codes, and safety legislation.
8. Adhere to company and client procedures and management systems.

Essential Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

• BSc or equivalent in Civil Engineering.
• Full driving license.
• Knowledge of highway design codes and standards.
• Experience with highway and bridge projects.
• Understanding of health and safety legislation.
• Proficiency with survey equipment, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.
• Good communication skills and initiative.
• Knowledge of relevant standards such as DMRB, TSRGD.

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