At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead delivery of bridge engineering projects, ensuring quality and compliance.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in Manchester focused on critical bridge engineering.
- Benefits: Opportunity to mentor junior engineers and enhance team capabilities.
- Other info: Experience with Local Authority or rail-related structures is desirable.
- Why this job: Drive technical excellence in a multi-disciplinary environment.
- Qualifications: Must have a degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and be a Chartered Engineer.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 70000 £ per year.
We are seeking a Senior / Principal Bridge Engineer to work on a contract basis in Manchester. Drive technical excellence and lead the delivery of critical bridge engineering projects.
Role Purpose
- Provide technical leadership to deliver defined packages of bridge and structural engineering work.
- Take accountability for quality, programme, and technical oversight within a multi-disciplinary team.
Job Role Responsibilities
- Lead delivery of small to medium work packages (inspection, assessment, design, or renewal schemes) to programme and budget.
- Provide technical direction, checking, and approval of designs, calculations, and reports.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers; support capability within the team.
- Act as a key interface with clients and internal disciplines.
- Ensure compliance with standards, specifications, and governance processes.
- Contribute to planning, risk management, and commercial awareness on projects.
Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications
- Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
- Chartered Engineer (CEng MICE / MIStructE).
- Strong background in bridge/structures design, assessment, or asset management.
- Demonstrable experience leading technical delivery of projects.
- Proficient in relevant design codes, analysis methods, and reporting.
- Effective communicator with ability to work across disciplines.
Desirable
- Experience working with Local Authority or rail-related structures.
- Familiarity with asset management systems and inspection regimes.
- Experience acting as CRE, checker, or design lead on projects.
As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.
Principal Bridge Engineer employer: American Society of Civil Engineers
This role is based in Manchester, where you will work on impactful bridge engineering projects. The company values diversity and aims to create an inclusive workforce while providing opportunities for professional growth and mentorship.
Contact Details:
American Society of Civil Engineers Recruitment Team
