Bridge Engineer

Principal Bridge Engineer

You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.

Outside IR35 contract opportunity to work on HS2.

This role supports the delivery of HS2 during the construction phase by responding to technical bridge and structural design queries arising from site. Acting as the on‑site design representative, the Principal Bridge Engineer provides timely, compliant engineering solutions to resolve construction issues, design changes, and non‑conformances.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the on-site design lead for bridge and structural matters.
• Respond to technical queries, Field Change Requests (FCRs), and Non‑Conformance Records (NCRs), managing reviews and compliant technical responses.
• Attend inspections, resolve design and constructability issues, and provide practical solutions.
• Review Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) for structural works.
• Contribute to design and technical meetings with delivery and quality teams.
• Provide input to temporary works certification where permanent works may be affected.
• Report site progress and emerging technical issues to the Technical Lead.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer.
• Strong knowledge of Eurocodes with significant bridge design experience.

Contract details

• 6-month contract initially – with a view to renewing
• Outside IR35
• £450 – £520 per day
• Please note to be considered for the role, you must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship requirements. xwzovoh
• Site offices: Just outside Birmingham

For information about this position or any others within the Civil, Structural and Geotechnical Engineering design market please contact Sean Brown.