Primary Objective:
To lead the inspection, assessment, design and remediation of bridge and infrastructure assets including report writing & client handover. To provide project management & technical leadership across projects and act as a key interface between clients, contractors and stakeholders.
Work Environment:
A hybrid role combining office-based engineering, site inspections, client meetings and project delivery activities.
Location:
Project-based work across the UK, with a significant focus on the Severn Bridges and major infrastructure projects.
Working Hours:
48 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead structural inspections, assessments and investigations of bridge and infrastructure assets including client reporting.
• Plan and deliver Post-Tensioning Special Inspections (PTSI).
• Review inspection findings and determine defect severity, causes and remediation requirements.
• Provide technical leadership to inspection teams and junior engineers.
• Undertake structural assessments in accordance with DMRB, Eurocodes and client requirements.
• Develop repair, strengthening and remediation solutions including heavy lifting & jacking.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously including programme, budget and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems (QMS), Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and project procedures.
• Act as a primary point of contact for clients, contractors and asset owners.
• Mentor graduate and junior engineers and support chartership development.
Requirements & Qualifications
Education:
• BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) preferred or actively working towards chartership.
Experience:
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in bridge, civil or structural engineering.
• Experience undertaking structural inspections and assessments.
• Experience producing technical reports and engineering calculations.
• Experience working on UK infrastructure projects.
Technical Skills:
• Strong understanding of Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB), Eurocodes and relevant British Standards.
• Competent in structural analysis software.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Strong technical report writing skills.
Certification:
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• CSCS Card.
• BICS qualification desirable.
Personal Attributes:
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and project management capability.
• Ability to work independently and lead multidisciplinary teams.
Typical Compensation
Salary: £50,000 – £70,000+ per annum depending upon experience, chartered status and responsibilities.
Benefits:
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Travel and subsistence expenses
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Professional membership fees
• Pension scheme
• Performance-related bonus opportunities
Contact
- To be considered for this role, please send your CV and cover letter to enquiries@praeterengineering.co.uk
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