Principal Bridge Engineer
First Recruitment Group • Reading, Berkshire • Posted June 20, 2026
Position Overview
Drive technical excellence and lead the delivery of critical bridge engineering projects.
Our Client has a requirement for Principal Bridge Engineers, who will be required to work on a contract basis across their Manchester/Leeds/Birmingham/Reading offices.
Role Purpose:
Provide technical leadership to deliver defined packages of bridge and structural engineering work
Take accountability for quality, programme, and technical oversight within a multi-disciplinary team
Job Role Responsibilities:
Lead delivery of small to medium work packages (inspection, assessment, design, or renewal schemes) to programme and budget
Provide technical direction, checking, and approval of designs, calculations, and reports
Mentor and guide junior engineers; support capability within the team
Act as a key interface with clients and internal disciplines
Ensure compliance with standards, specifications, and governance processes
Contribute to planning, risk man...
Our Client has a requirement for Principal Bridge Engineers, who will be required to work on a contract basis across their Manchester/Leeds/Birmingham/Reading offices.
Role Purpose:
Provide technical leadership to deliver defined packages of bridge and structural engineering work
Take accountability for quality, programme, and technical oversight within a multi-disciplinary team
Job Role Responsibilities:
Lead delivery of small to medium work packages (inspection, assessment, design, or renewal schemes) to programme and budget
Provide technical direction, checking, and approval of designs, calculations, and reports
Mentor and guide junior engineers; support capability within the team
Act as a key interface with clients and internal disciplines
Ensure compliance with standards, specifications, and governance processes
Contribute to planning, risk man...