Senior Bridge Engineer

Our client is seeking a Senior Bridge Engineer to join its highways and structures team on a permanent basis, supporting the safe and efficient management of highway bridge assets across the Midlands. This role can be based from either the Birmingham or Nottingham office and will provide technical leadership across structural assessments, CS 451 reviews and the management of substandard structures.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and coordinate structural assessments, CS 451 reviews and associated resources to support the safe and serviceable condition of highway structures
Undertake high-priority and urgent structural assessments within demanding timescales, identifying structural risks and requirements for interim measures
Complete high-priority CS 451 reviews to determine the need and priority for further assessments and temporary measures
Produce CS 470 interim measures documentation, obtain the necessary approval and manage implementation
Identify and prepare briefs for survey works supporting structural assessments and review activities
Coordinate the delivery of technical documents produced by consultants, reviewing content and providing clear technical comments
Support the identification, assessment and management of risks associated with highway bridge and structures assets
Work with technical advisers, consultants and wider project teams to ensure effective delivery of structural engineering activities

Job Requirements:

Chartered or Incorporated Civil Engineer or Structural Engineer status, or an equivalent level of professional experience
Experience in highway structures management, bridge assessments and structural reviews
Strong knowledge of Design Manual for Roads and Bridges standards, methods of working and the Specification for Highway Works
Understanding of Eurocodes and their application to highway structures
Relevant degree or HND in civil engineering, structural engineering or a related discipline
Knowledge of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 and associated duties
Strong technical report writing, communication and document review skills
A full driving licence with no more than three points, as driving is required as part of the role

Benefits:

Permanent opportunity within the highways and bridge engineering sector
Opportunity to lead technically significant structural assessments and asset management activities
Professional development within a specialist engineering environment
Collaborative working relationships with consultants, technical advisers and project teams
Choice of Birmingham or Nottingham as the primary office location
Hybrid working – 2 office days
If you are an experienced Senior Bridge Engineer or Senior Structures Engineer with a background in highway structures, apply now to develop your career within this important infrastructure environment

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