Our client. is seeking a highly skilled Structures Senior Engineer to join their Highways team on a contract basis. This role offers a blend of remote working and office presence, focusing on a range of infrastructure projects within the council's responsibility.
Key Responsibilities:
- Undertake work on road bridges, foot bridges, culverts, subways, retaining walls, and gantry assets as part of the planned structures maintenance programme.
- Design and support the development of highway structures schemes, managing projects from concept to construction.
- Produce and review design drawings, specifications, tender documents, and preconstruction information.
- Develop the planned programme based on asset management prioritisation.
- Ensure project delivery within budget, on schedule, and in compliance with technical standards and legal obligations.
- Conduct visual, general, and principal inspections on site, and assess information through desktop studies and asset management software.
- Manage contracts and team performance to deliver services effectively.
- Collaborate with multiple teams and stakeholders to meet infrastructure objectives.
- Drive innovation in highway structures and asset management.
Job Requirements:
- Chartered Engineer with the Institution of Civil Engineers or Institution of Structural Engineers.
- Relevant Engineering qualification (RQF Level 4-7).
- Specific knowledge in the design and construction of bridges and highway structures, including design codes (British Standards, DMRB Standards).
- Experience in managing bridge and highway structures projects, and supervising construction projects.
- Working knowledge of Eurocodes.
- Proficiency in Finite Element and Grillage software packages, e.g., LUSAS and ENCAD.
- Experience undertaking bridge inspections according to the Inspection Manual for Highway Structures.
- Understanding of duties under CDM 2015 Regulations.
- Ability to communicate at all levels and supervise the design work of other team members.
- Ability to fulfil travel requirements of the role and willingness to work in a hybrid setup.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to work on diverse and impactful infrastructure projects.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Flexible working arrangements with a hybrid of remote and office work.
If you are a dedicated Structures Senior Engineer with a passion for highways and infrastructure, we encourage you to apply now.
