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Senior Bridge Engineer - Rail

Ref no. BHN579593
Salary £40,000 - £65,000/annum
Location York, England
Start date ASAP
Job type Permanent
Job status Open

Job summary

My client, a growing, employee-owned consultancy, is looking to expand their Bridges department. With new and exciting projects on the horizon, we seek a talented Senior Bridge Engineer to help shape the future of our department.

Key skills required for this role

Senior Bridge Engineer

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Senior Bridge Engineer

Job description

Senior Bridge Engineer
📍 Location:
💼 Competitive Salary + Benefits

About Us
We are a growing, employee-owned consultancy looking to expand our Bridges department. With new and exciting projects on the horizon, we seek a talented Senior Bridge Engineer to help shape the future of our department.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

  • Education: Engineering degree, Chartered or nearing chartership review within 12 months (ICE/IstructE)
  • Experience: At least 6 years in a design environment, with CRE experience in bridge refurbishments/renewals across various materials and structural types
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in structures such as bridges, tunnels, stations, and geotechnical structures, with a range of materials (concrete, steel, timber, masonry)
  • Project Management: Skilled in scoping, coordinating design, and managing contractual and financial aspects of projects
  • Leadership: Experience managing teams of 2-4 people and working on multiple concurrent multi-discipline commissions
  • Client Relations: Capable in a client-facing, work-winning role, adept at representing the company and engaging with stakeholders
  • Additional Requirements: A clean driving licence, and a drive for career growth within a supportive, employee-owned company

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop conceptual and detailed designs per project needs
  • Check design calculations and drawings completed by junior engineers
  • Conduct structural calculations and analysis using relevant software
  • Provide technical leadership and review in design, assessments, and other technical areas
  • Prepare and support fee proposals
  • Build and manage relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors
  • Represent our team at client meetings, and participate in site visits, structural inspections, and investigations
  • Offer guidance and support to junior staff
  • Manage small to medium-sized projects from inception to completion

What We Offer

  • Competitive Salary
  • Bonus: Up to £3,600 annually, tax-free, due to employee-owned status
  • Holidays: 22 days' annual leave + 8 bank holidays, with an option to buy up to 5 additional days
  • Benefits: Pension scheme, private healthcare, Group Life Insurance, yearly professional membership, and more
  • Development: Ongoing training, development, and the chance to grow within a progressive company

Join us in shaping a dynamic and innovative bridges team!

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