Principal Bridge Engineer
UK (Hybrid / Site Travel Required) – Permanent | Competitive Salary + Benefits
We are working with a well-established and growing Bridge Engineering specialist consultancy seeking a Principal Bridge Engineer to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional looking to take on a senior, client-facing role with strong career progression prospects.
The Role
As a Principal Bridge Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering a diverse portfolio of structural engineering projects across multiple sectors. You will be involved in the design, assessment, strengthening, and refurbishment of a wide range of structures, working with various materials. The role also includes investigative and consultancy work, with a strong focus on bridges and structural assets. This is a varied position combining technical delivery, project leadership, and client engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver structural and bridge design projects, including assessments and strengthening schemes
- Undertake and oversee structural inspections, surveys, and non‑destructive testing
- Provide technical leadership, including checking and approving designs
- Manage projects through all stages, including planning, execution, and construction supervision
- Act as Employer's Representative where required
- Contribute to specialist investigations, forensic engineering, and expert witness work
- Support business development activities, including client engagement and bid preparation
- Mentor and manage junior engineers and design teams
Essential Requirements
- Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer
- Strong experience in structural design to British Standards and/or Eurocodes
- Proven experience managing projects and design teams
- Full UK driving licence
- Bridge design and assessment expertise
- Structural inspections and investigation experience
- Preparation of specifications and contract documentation
- CAD proficiency
- Relevant site certifications (e.g. CSCS, IPAF, PASMA, confined spaces)
What's on Offer
- Clear and rapid career progression opportunities
- Exposure to a wide variety of challenging and high‑profile projects
- Ongoing professional development and specialist training
- Flexible working options
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Regular team and social activities
Calibre Search promotes equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.
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UK (Hybrid / Site Travel Required) – Permanent | Competitive Salary + Benefits
We are working with a well-established and growing Bridge Engineering specialist consultancy seeking a Principal Bridge Engineer to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional looking to take on a senior, client-facing role with strong career progression prospects.
The Role
As a Principal Bridge Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering a diverse portfolio of structural engineering projects across multiple sectors. You will be involved in the design, assessment, strengthening, and refurbishment of a wide range of structures, working with various materials. The role also includes investigative and consultancy work, with a strong focus on bridges and structural assets. This is a varied position combining technical delivery, project leadership, and client engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver structural and bridge design projects, including assessments and strengthening schemes
- Undertake and oversee structural inspections, surveys, and non‑destructive testing
- Provide technical leadership, including checking and approving designs
- Manage projects through all stages, including planning, execution, and construction supervision
- Act as Employer’s Representative where required
- Contribute to specialist investigations, forensic engineering, and expert witness work
- Support business development activities, including client engagement and bid preparation
- Mentor and manage junior engineers and design teams
Essential Requirements
- Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer
- Strong experience in structural design to British Standards and/or Eurocodes
- Proven experience managing projects and design teams
- Full UK driving licence
- Bridge design and assessment expertise
- Structural inspections and investigation experience
- Preparation of specifications and contract documentation
- CAD proficiency
- Relevant site certifications (e.g. CSCS, IPAF, PASMA, confined spaces)
What’s on Offer
- Clear and rapid career progression opportunities
- Exposure to a wide variety of challenging and high‑profile projects
- Ongoing professional development and specialist training
- Flexible working options
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Regular team and social activities
Calibre Search promotes equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.
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