Principal Bridge Engineer

Principal Bridge Engineer

Location: Manchester

Are you ready to take the lead in delivering cutting-edge civil and bridge engineering projects? Our client is expanding their team and seeking a dynamic Principal Engineer to join them. Based in Manchester, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact by driving high-quality projects on time and within budget, while mentoring and supporting the next generation of engineers.

The Role:

• Lead and review bridge design, strengthening, repair, inspections, and assessments.
• Provide civil and structural engineering support across diverse teams.
• Conduct feasibility studies and options appraisals.
• Prepare and review specifications, reports, and health and safety risk assessments.
• Develop and review CDM documentation, including Pre-Construction Information Packs.
• Review design drawings and prepare accurate fee estimates.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members, fostering their professional growth.

Requirements:

• Chartered status with the Institution of Civil Engineers (CEng MICE) or Institution of Structural Engineers (MIStructE).
• Hands-on experience in bridge design, maintenance, and assessment.
• Expertise in Eurocodes and/or sector-specific standards (e.g., Network Rail standards, DMRB).
• Proficiency in finite element analysis software and parametric design techniques.
• Strong commercial awareness and experience managing project costs.
• Excellent report-writing, communication, and client-handling skills.

Why Join?

The Civil and Bridge Engineering team is a powerhouse of over 120 professionals across the North-West & Midlands, bringing a wealth of diverse expertise. Based in Manchester, you’ll be at the heart of a wide range of projects in the rail and highways sectors, collaborating with top-tier clients like HS2, Network Rail, National Highways, Local Authorities, and private sector partners.

The variety and scale of the projects, combined with a culture of learning, development, and support, will give you unparalleled opportunities to broaden your experience and skills across all sectors.

For information about this position or any others within the Civil/Structural Engineering design market, please contact Calum French on LinkedIn

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.