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Salary- Salary: Up to £41,438 + £4000 market factor supplement reviewed annually
- Job Type: Permanent, full-time
Doncaster Council are seeking a Bridge Engineer to deliver infrastructure maintenance services for bridges and other highways structures. This role requires a robust understanding of asset management disciplines and adherence to the Highways Act 1980 and the Highways Code of Practice. The ideal candidate will have a level 5 qualification in Civil Engineering and/or Structural Engineering, with a preference for those with 5 years post-qualification experience.
Day to Day of the role:- Support planned and reactive maintenance, management, and administration of the bridges asset stock.
- Work within an engineering team to achieve the annual Capital Scheme delivery programme for Bridges and Highway Structures.
- Priority rank structural bridge schemes to provide annual bridge maintenance programmes.
- Participate in consultations with stakeholders regarding planning approvals, design considerations, and environmental requirements.
- Contribute to external tendering and procurement arrangements for maintenance treatments, condition surveys, and professional services.
- Assist in the financial administration, management, and valuation of the bridge asset stock.
- Respond to FOI, Public and Member enquiries and support legal challenge and third-party claims defence.
- Level 5 qualification in Civil Engineering and/or Structural Engineering.
- Experience in highways structures design and maintenance.
- Proven track record in a complex, customer-focused environment and within multi-disciplinary teams.
- Experience in implementing and monitoring performance management systems.
- Experience in the preparation of tenders, quotations, and contracts.
- Ability to work corporately, across boundaries, and with external partners.
- Effective programme and project management skills.
- Experience working within set budgets.
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
- Significant knowledge in bridge maintenance management and inspection.
- Detailed technical knowledge in relation to bridges & other highway structures.
- Comprehensive understanding of the Highways Act 1980 and the Highways Code of Practice.
- Competitive salary.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- Flexi-time scheme and good annual leave entitlement.
- Local Government pension
To apply for the Bridge Engineer position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.
