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Location: Manchester/Newcastle/Sheffield/Remote

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 a permanent Lead Bridge Engineer to join our Amey Consulting team in Manchester/Newcastle/Sheffield, with shared office space, attending office when necessary, and remaining days working remotely. We welcome applications from Lead Engineers across this region.

Our Amey Consulting Structures Team is involved in designing some of the largest civil engineering and associated infrastructure projects across Scotland with cumulative values in excess of £1bn.

Amey manages both the Southwest and Northeast Trunk Road Network Management contracts, awarded in 2020 and 2022 respectively. These are 8-year contracts, extendable up to 12 years. We also have a diverse portfolio of major roads, bridges, and transportation projects with Transport Scotland, Local Authorities, and contractors nationwide.

These long-term contracts offer excellent opportunities for technical, engineering, and professional development at all career stages, involving some of the most exciting engineering projects related to Scotland’s arterial road network.

The role

Our Lead Bridge Engineers play a key role within the Design team and alongside Transport Scotland. As a Lead Senior Engineer, you will support your Design Team Leader on various Civil schemes, lead projects, and mentor junior designers.

Responsibilities include:

1. Leading a team to produce technically sound engineering solutions, complying with all relevant standards and client requirements.
2. Preparing and checking designs, calculations, drawings, and documentation to meet quality, cost, and schedule criteria.
3. Overseeing junior staff and taking responsibility for their work.
4. Managing project budgets and controlling costs.
5. Liaising with clients and suppliers, attending meetings, and responding to queries.
6. Contributing to bid preparation and work-winning activities.
7. Promoting health and safety within the team.

What you will bring to us:

• Experience and expertise in the relevant technical field, likely gained in a Senior Engineer role or similar.
• Ability to produce compliant, high-quality engineering solutions independently and supervise others.
• Experience with health, safety, and welfare management, including regulations and systems.
• Capability to act as main engineering contact on projects, e.g., CRE for Network Rail schemes.
• Knowledge of design and specification processes, with ability to review designs.
• Proficiency with relevant software and analytical tools.
• Understanding of CDM and risk management, ensuring hazards are mitigated.
• Ability to act as Principal Designer where appropriate.
• People management skills, capable of managing a medium-sized team.
• Incorporated or Chartered status or similar professional registration is desirable.

What we can offer you:

At Amey, our biggest asset is our people. We offer flexibility, career development, benefits, and support for work-life balance. Our progression framework supports your career growth, with mentoring, professional qualifications, and recognition bonuses.

We promote work-life balance through flexible, hybrid, and part-time options, with offices across the UK to suit your needs. Benefits include health plans, wellbeing programs, and perks like discounts and pension schemes.

Your Career at Amey Consulting

We value expertise and individuality, supporting your personal and professional growth. You will be supported and recognized for your efforts, with opportunities to fulfill your ambitions.

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and offer support for applicants with disabilities. Please contact our recruitment team at [emailprotected] for assistance during the application process.