At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting bridge and civil structure projects while mentoring junior engineers.
- Company: Join Amey, a top employer known for its supportive and innovative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, competitive salary, generous leave, and personal development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team with excellent career progression and community engagement opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on infrastructure while growing your career in a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: Experience in bridges or civil structures and a relevant degree are essential.
The predicted salary is between 45090 - 55110 £ per year.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Senior Engineer to join our Consulting Structures team in Newcastle. Located in the heart of Newcastle, our new office at St James's place provides a modern, flexible workspace designed for collaboration and innovation. You will join a vibrant team of engineers, project managers, data analysts, commercial experts, safety specialists and operatives working together on some of the most exciting and challenging engineering projects in the region and nationally.
Responsibilities
- Leading a team, producing technically sound engineering solutions.
- Taking ownership and leading bridges and civil structures projects from start to finish, including:
- Design development
- Structural assessments
- Principal Inspections / Special Inspections
- Feasibility and other technical reports
- Preparation and checking of designs, calculations, drawings and documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy the criteria of quality, cost and programme.
- Overseeing the actions of more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasks and taking responsibility for their actions.
- Contributing to the professional development of junior staff.
- Liaising with Client and supplier representatives at peer level, attending progress meetings, and responding to queries.
- Managing a small, locally based single discipline technical team and taking responsibility for delivery of their workload.
- Contributing to the preparation of bids and general work winning function.
- Drive effective Health and Safety practices within the team.
We Want To Hear From You If You Have
- Experience and expertise in bridges and/or civil structures, gained in an Engineer role or equivalent.
- Sound understanding of structural engineering principles.
- Ability to produce or oversee the production of technically sound engineering solutions, complying with all relevant technical standards and Client’s requirements.
- Ownership for the preparation and checking of deliverables.
- Knowledge of relevant software and similar analytical tools (e.g. Midas, LUSAS, Autodesk Structural Bridge Design).
- Good commercial awareness.
- Experience in effectively managing HS&W risks.
- Collaborative, proactive approach to problem solving with experience in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Incorporated/Chartered status or an equivalent professional licence.
- Bachelors or Masters degree in a relevant subject or equivalent further learning.
What We Can Offer You
- Exceptional personal development, training and progression plans, designed to allow you to shine in your career, all in line with your personal ambition.
- Competitive salary and compensation.
- Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey.
- 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
- Flexible benefits scheme, including the option to buy additional annual leave and insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
- Our Save with Amey programme gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in.
- Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant.
- Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey.
- Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities.
About Amey
Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.
We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.
Diversity and Inclusion: We constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We seek out the skills, joy and energy that often-marginalised groups can bring to our teams and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Senior Engineer(Bridges) in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Amey
Amey is an excellent employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a competitive salary alongside comprehensive training opportunities. Located in Sheffield, our dynamic work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, making it an ideal environment for those passionate about highways maintenance and safety. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your career progression.
