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You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.\nA little more about your role…\nAs a Senior/Principal Engineer, you will be pivotal in driving the delivery of civil and bridge engineering projects and will use your knowledge and skills to deliver the right quality to time and budget. You will use those attributes to mentor and support junior team members.\nIn this role your responsibilities will include:\nBridge design, both in the UK and overseas;\nBridge management;\nBridge strengthening and repair, inspections and assessments;\nGeneral civil and structural engineering support to other teams;\nFeasibility studies and options appraisals\nPreparation of documents, reports and health and safety risk assessments, scheme designs and drawings, scheme feasibility studies and outline cost estimates;\nPreparation of fee estimates\nSupervision of junior members of the team and CAD technicians.\nYour team…\nOur Civil and Bridge Engineering team in the South West & Wales is made up of more than 120 engineers, technicians and project management professionals with a breadth of backgrounds and experience. 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It is expected that this experience will include the following:\nPractical knowledge and experience of bridge design, maintenance and assessment, gained from working on both construction sites and the design office;\nPractical knowledge and experience of project management of bridge projects;\nProven knowledge in design, maintenance and supervision of structures related projects together with a track record of innovation in design and management of structures. 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Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.\nImagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.\nJoin our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.\nWith us, you can. 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