Contract
Principal Bridge Engineer
NRL Recruitment
Reading
Posted: 19 June 2026 (3 weeks ago)
Closing date: 18 July 2026
Ref: 225266661
Principal Bridge Engineer
Role Summary-
Experienced Senior / Principal Engineer providing technical leadership to deliver defined packages of bridge and structural engineering work. Accountable for quality, programme, and technical oversight within a multi-disciplinary team.-
Key Responsibilities-
- Lead delivery of small to medium work packages (inspection, assessment, design, or renewal schemes) to programme and budget-
- Provide technical direction, checking, and approval of designs, calculations, and reports-
- Mentor and guide junior engineers; support capability within the team-
- Act as a key interface with clients and internal disciplines-
- Ensure compliance with standards, specifications, and governance processes-
- Contribute to planning, risk management, and commercial awareness on projects-
- Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)-
- Chartered Engineer (CEng MICE /-MIStructE)-
- Strong background in bridge/structures design, assessment, or asset management-
- Demonstrable experience leading technical delivery of projects-
- Proficient in relevant design codes, analysis methods, and reporting-
- Effective communicator with ability to work across disciplines-
- Experience working with Local Authority or rail-related structures-
- Familiarity with asset management systems and inspection regimes-
- Experience acting as CRE, checker, or design lead on projects-
The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.
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