Senior Bridge Engineer
3 days ago
Manchester
Principal Bridge/Structural Engineer – Manchester, UK A leading civil and structural engineering consultancy is seeking a chartered Principal Bridge/Structural Engineer with extensive experience in bridges, heavy civils, and large-scale concrete/steel structures for a permanent position in their Manchester office. This is a high-profile role offering the opportunity to lead challenging infrastructure projects, contribute to business growth, and shape the future of a dynamic structural engineering team. About the Role As a Principal Bridge/Structural Engineer, you will: • Lead and deliver complex bridge and infrastructure projects, including new construction, major maintenance, retaining walls, flood defence schemes, and other heavy civil works., • Work across superstructure, substructure, and articulation elements from early-stage feasibility, surveys, and scheme design through to detailed design and project delivery., • Apply advanced modelling and structural analysis to resolve complex engineering challenges., • Manage project budgets, timelines, teams, and client relationships., • Mentor and develop junior engineers, supporting them toward chartership., • Contribute to business development, supporting bids and client growth., • Represent the designer on-site and act as signatory for approvals. Key Responsibilities • Design and manage bridges, heavy civil structures, and large-scale concrete/steel works., • Undertake inspections, scoping, optioneering, and feasibility studies., • Prepare, review, and approve calculations, drawings, specifications, contract documents, and reports., • Liaise with clients, contractors, authorities, and multidisciplinary teams., • Lead, mentor, and develop project teams., • Support business growth and client engagement strategies. Essential Requirements • Chartered Engineer (CEng) – ICE, IStructE, or equivalent., • 7–10+ years post-graduate experience in bridge or structural engineering., • Proven experience delivering bridges, heavy civils, or large-scale concrete/steel structures., • Proficiency in structural analysis and modelling software (e.g., LUSAS, STAAD Pro, or similar)., • Strong technical knowledge of UK bridge and civil engineering standards., • Experience managing projects, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams., • Excellent communication, attention to detail, and leadership skills. Desirable • Experience in multidisciplinary projects (highways, rail, water, geotechnics)., • Experience in flood defence, retaining walls, or temporary works., • Proven track record in business development and client relationship management., • Mentoring and leadership experience guiding junior engineers toward chartership. Work Environment & Benefits • Location: Manchester (Hybrid working available, minimum 2–3 days in office)., • Competitive salary and benefits package, including pension contributions, professional memberships, and modern office facilities., • Career progression opportunities to senior leadership roles., • Exposure to high-profile, high-impact infrastructure projects across the UK. ELB Recruit are representing a client and are actively seeking a Principal Bridge/Structural Engineer to lead and grow a team delivering high-profile infrastructure projects in Manchester.