Chartered Bridge Engineer

We are currently recruiting for a Chartered Bridge Engineer on a 6-month contract inside of IR35 - this is a hybrid working role.

This role involves technical approval for maintenance and repair works for some of London's most bridges. It has no reporting responsibility. Ideally the suitable candidate will have HVM (Hostile Vehicle Mitigation) experience, or barriers within bridge / structures This individual must hold chartership to be suitable for the role.

You will need to display the following;

• Evidence of managing contractors.
• Have experience in conducting risk assessments.
• Experienced in conducting meetings and negotiations for projects
• Experience in managing consultants
• Experience of Technical Approval process
• Experience of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges
• Experience of Bridgestation or other Bridge Management tools
• Experience of working over tidal Waters.
• Experience of drafting Committee reports and complex technical documents
• Demonstrably strong experience in influencing and negotiating skills and oral and written communication skills in order to lead in meetings and on projects with developers, engineers, architects, etc.
• Monitors and evaluates plans, addressing risks, keeping all stakeholders informed of any changes
• Strong analytical skills in order to carry out site inspections and compile accurate and concise records for projects.
• Strong analytical skills in order to vet plans and details and responding in an appropriate manner
• Experience of dealing with, approving or otherwise, Technical Approvals in accordance with the DMRB
• The ability to mentor and coach other members of staff
• Experience of developing procedures
• Demonstrably strong Experience in Contract administration, dealing with claims and settling disputes with Contractors and Consultants.
• Demonstrably Strong experience of Public Procurement processes, selecting forms of contract, preparation of specifications and tender documents and marking of Tenders and award of contracts.
• Preparation of Committee reports and able to present to Members at Committee

Interviews will take place in person WC16&23rd Nov 2026.