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Bridges Engineer

4 days ago

Edinburgh

Amey are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Working for us, you’ll be delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future Our people are driven by a set of strong values, based on safety, insight and collaboration. The Opportunity We have a fantastic opportunity for permanent Structural Engineers/Bridges Engineers to join our Amey Consulting team in Scotland. Amey delivers a range of local, national and international infrastructure projects for clients including Transport Scotland, Network Rail, National Highways, Local Authorities and Contractors. We have secured multiple long-term contracts and continue to grow and expand into new regions and markets. Recent / ongoing projects include: • £1.2bn Scotland North East and South West Trunk Road Network Management Contracts, • £240m Avonmouth and Severn Bridges SBIM contract, • £30m ADEPT Live Labs 2 Decarbonisation programme, • £300m M8M73M74 Motorway Improvements, • Midlands Highway Alliance Plus consultancy framework, • £1bn A66 Northern Transpennine, • £10bn The Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU), • £20M Lagan Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge, • £120m Clyde Waterfront & Renfrew Riverside, • Carmyle-Westburn Viaduct, • £80m Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District Scotland, • £10m Forth Road Bridge Truss End Links Replacement The role As a Bridges Engineer, you will play an important part in every stage of a project from inception to completion. Key responsibilities of the role are: • Implementing the project requirements to fully meet client specification with relevant standards., • Undertaking any work of a technical nature that falls within ability and competence., • Preparing and checking design approach, calculations drawing and documents., • Carrying out site visits and surveys, inspections and supervise sub-contractors., • Preparing and checking feasibility studies, inspection, assessment, and technical reports ensuring compliance with Amey procedures., • Being confident to work under minimum supervision and check the work of others., • Assisting with the supervision, mentoring and development of team members from Graduate Engineers and Technicians through to Assistant Engineers., • Assisting with contract preparation together with project planning and programming., • Compliance with relevant health, safety, and environmental legislation, particularly CDM regulations., • To work in a team, producing technically sound engineering solutions, • Preparation and checking of designs, calculations, drawings and documentation as part of the production of scheme deliverables that satisfy the criteria of quality, cost and programme, • Overseeing the actions of more junior members of staff undertaking similar tasks and taking responsibility for their actions, • Liaising with client and supplier representatives at peer level, attending progress meetings, and responding to queries, • Managing a small, locally based single discipline technical team and taking responsibility for delivery of their workload, • Contributing to the preparation of bids and general working winning function, • Drive effective health and safety practices within the team What you will bring to us: • Developed experience and expertise within Structural engineering field, probably gained in an Assistant Engineer role or equivalent, • Bachelors or Masters degree in an appropriate subject or demonstrable equivalent further learning, • Bachelors / Masters degree in Civil / Structural Engineering, • Chartered status (or working towards it) with ICE, IStructE or CIHT other appropriate professional body, • Demonstrable experience in the assessment, design and / or management of bridges, • Excellent understanding of structural behaviour and analysis, • Knowledge of relevant codes and standards such as DMRB and / or Eurocodes, • Enjoys working in a team environment; sharing ideas and collaborating with colleagues., • Proactive approach and commitment to health, safety and welfare. Desirable • Experience with highway structures and major bridges, • Experience in FE analysis using Lusas, Atena or Midas software What we can offer you: At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That’s why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers. Career Development – Our dedicated progression framework identifies your career pathway and progress within the organisation, and with dedicated mentoring and support on hand to ensure you hit your career milestones. We’re huge advocates for professional development and offer a recognition bonus for those achieving professional qualifications. Work-life Balance – Work-life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns. And with a network of offices across the UK, we’re open to discussing working options that suit you. Wellbeing – Health cash plan, 24 GP, support and assistance programmes, wellbeing ambassadors and Wellbeing Wednesday, dental vouchers EDI- At Amey we celebrate our people and all that they are. This is reflected in our Affinity Group networks, providing a community of support and connection, a safe space to share experiences, learn from one another and generate ideas – Women @ Amey, NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability and Parents & Carers. Social Value – You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives. Plus a range of other great perks and benefits including: • Pension – Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to, • Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays, • Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership, • Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. Your Career at Amey Consulting At Amey Consulting, we value collective expertise, but also the spark one person can bring. As one of us, you can really be yourself, because your individuality is an asset. You’ll be stretched, but always supported. Well recognise your hard work and look after your well-being too. You’ll be empowered to play your part and achieve, encouraged to fulfil your own ambition as well as the shared one. Application Guidance Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview, if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

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