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Principal Engineer (Structures)

Job Posted: 21 days ago

Salary: £ 75 - 85 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Dorset

Expire in: 6 days

Job Description

The role

An established public‑sector infrastructure organisation is seeking an experienced Principal Engineer (Structures) to lead the delivery of complex highway and bridge engineering schemes. This is a senior technical and leadership role responsible for both design assurance and the effective management of a multi‑disciplinary engineering team.

You will take a lead role in the conception, analysis and design of complex highway structures, ensuring works are delivered in line with current legislation, safety standards, budgetary controls and wider organisational objectives.

Key responsibilities

Lead the analysis, design and specification of complex highway and bridge structures
Produce and review contract documentation across multiple forms of contract
Manage, prioritise and mentor a team of engineers and technicians to deliver capital programmes efficiently
Lead and oversee inspections of highway structures in accordance with relevant standards and safety requirements
Liaise closely with contractors, statutory undertakers and external stakeholders throughout the design and delivery process
Lead on the development of works programmes, fee estimates and cost control to ensure projects remain within approved budgets
Provide site support where required, reviewing method statements and ensuring compliance with CDM and health & safety regulations
Make technical and commercial decisions affecting structural compliance, programme and costAbout you

Degree qualified (RQF Level 6-7 or equivalent) in Civil or Structural Engineering
Chartered Engineer (ICE or IStructE)
Extensive experience in the design and maintenance of bridges and highway structures
Strong working knowledge of Eurocodes, British Standards and DMRB
Proven experience using the Inspection Manual for Highway Structures
Sound understanding of duties under CDM 2015 Regulations
Demonstrable experience supervising and assuring the work of other engineers
Confident decision‑maker with strong stakeholder management skillsWhat's on offer

Hybrid working arrangement
Opportunity to lead high‑profile, technically complex infrastructure schemes
Collaborative working environment with strong professional standardsWhat you need to do now 

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