Chartered Bridge Engineer

  • Contract
  • Glasgow

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Chartered Bridge Engineer

We’re looking for a Chartered Bridge Engineer to join our Structures team, supporting a range of high-profile infrastructure projects for Transport Scotland. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the development and maintenance of Scotland’s trunk road network.

Role Overview

  • Contract Length: 6 months
  • Working Pattern: 3 days per week on-site
  • Locations: Various project sites across Scotland, with design hubs in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Motherwell, Perth, and Aberdeen
  • Rate: £50-£55 per hour (umbrella) – negotiable based on experience

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver robust and technically sound engineering solutions for bridges and related structures
  • Lead and support junior engineers and technicians
  • Prepare and review structural designs, calculations, and technical documentation
  • Collaborate with clients and attend project meetings
  • Ensure all work complies with health, safety, and regulatory standards

Candidate Requirements

  • Demonstrated experience in bridge or structural engineering
  • Chartered Engineer status (ICE or IStructE) – essential
  • Proficiency in relevant design software (e.g., LUSAS, Autodesk Structural Bridge Design)
  • Strong knowledge of CDM regulations and risk management practices
  • Ability to work independently and lead small project teams

For information about this position or any others within the Civil and Structural Engineering design market please contact Calum French.

Please note to be considered for the role, you must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship requirements.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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