Join to apply for the Principal Civil Engineer - Bridges role at Canal & River Trust. Base pay range £53,750 – £56,250 per annum. Location & coverage Remote working with requirement to attend main hub spaces and travel across the network. Relevant hubs: Leeds, Ellesmere Port, Birmingham, Milton Keynes, Gloucester. About the role Using a risk management approach, the Principal Civil Engineer will manage significant infrastructure risk through an integrated asset management system, contribute to the development and implementation of the Trust’s Asset Management Strategies, improve adoption of DMRB requirements, represent the Trust within professional forums, deliver the Public Road Bridge Inspection programme, act as Technical Approval Authority, provide technical advice to design and delivery teams, support response to Planning Consultations, lead a small team of engineers and inspectors, and promote the Trust’s values and inclusion. Key accountabilities

Accountable for the management of significant infrastructure risk through the delivery of an integrated asset management system to improve asset condition, safety and performance. Contribute to the development and implementation of the Trust’s bridge and highway structures Asset Management Strategies. Improve the Trust’s adoption of DMRB requirements and contribute to relevant Design Guidance, Standards and Specifications. Represent the Trust within professional forums to develop collaborative relationships, share best practice and protect the Trust’s interests. Delivery of the Trust’s Public Road Bridge Inspection programme. Undertake inspections of Bridges and Highway Structures with some confined space working. Deliver inspections to plan, ensuring data is reviewed, approved, recorded and maintained in the prescribed format and to the prescribed quality. Act as the Trust’s Technical Approval Authority (TAA) for Bridges and Highway Structures. Provide specialist technical advice to both in-house and external design and delivery teams. Provide specialist technical advice to support the Trust’s response to Planning Consultations and the management of Third‑Party Works. Providing effective leadership to a small team of engineers and inspectors to create a high performing team which is inspired to achieve the Trust’s objectives. Display the Trust values and behaviours at all times. Ensure that diversity and inclusion are integrated into all aspects of Trust life and promote inclusion by challenging behaviour, practices, actions, or decisions. Where appropriate participate in the Trust‘s “Stand‑by” and “Call‑out” rotas.

About you – Technical qualifications

Chartered Civil Engineer (C.Eng MICE) or equivalent professional qualification. Substantial relevant experience of engineering works to Bridges / Highway Structures. Extensive experience of engineering design and construction preferably in a water or transport infrastructure environment. Expert understanding of CDM Regulations, and relevant Health & Safety regulations. Experience of people management. Knowledge and understanding of historic infrastructure and the natural environment.

About you – General qualifications

Demonstrable experience in cross‑functional working. Able to negotiate with internal and external contacts and support other areas of the business in an appropriate manner, taking account of overall business priorities and resources. Able to review conflicting (and cross‑functional) risks making appropriate judgements to establish and communicate appropriate order. Evidence of Continuous Professional Development. Understanding of the Trust‘s governance, financial controls, Quality Management techniques and compliance. Proficient in the use of a personal computer and business applications software e.g. MS Office. Experience of GIS or other mapping systems. Valid driving licence appropriate for vehicle to be driven.

What we offer In addition to your annual base salary, we provide a Car Cash Allowance (£450 per month), a contributory DC pension scheme (doubling your contribution to a maximum of 10%), 25 days paid holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing to 30 days after five years, home working status with ‘hub’ facilities available if needed, an annual £200 personal learning & growth award, free access to specialist counselling, employee benefits including store discounts, boating holiday discounts, holiday purchase scheme, two days paid volunteering leave per annum, free fishing facilities across our canal network, and flexibility for personal and professional development. EEO statement All candidates will be treated on the basis of their merits, skills and abilities and solely by being assessed against the requirements for the job. Application process Contact us at CRT.recruitment@canalrivertrust.org.uk. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient suitable applications. Recruitment Senior level: Mid‑Senior level – Employment type: Full‑time – Industries: Highway, Street and Bridge Construction and Engineering Services. #J-18808-Ljbffr