Structures Senior Engineer

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.