Role Overview:
We are seeking an accomplished Bridge Design Leader to spearhead our Bridge Design Team in Cork, Ireland.
This position offers a unique opportunity for professional growth and development as the successful candidate will have the potential to progress to Technical Director with guidance from senior management.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage a team of experienced bridge engineers.
* Drive business development and oversee tender bids for professional services contracts.
* Conduct strategic resource planning to ensure project success.
* Provide expert design input and oversee the delivery of structural aspects of projects.
* Manage medium and large-sized projects, ensuring quality, timelines, and deliverables meet expectations.
* Effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders, including clients and project partners.
* Mentor and develop junior team members.
* Assist in undertaking the duties of the Project Supervisor Design Process (PSDP).
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and hardworking individual with a flexible approach.
* Proven ability to lead projects from a technical standpoint.
* Experience in client-facing roles with excellent communication skills.
* Previous staff management experience.
* Proactive approach with a track record of delivering high-quality services to clients in both public and private sectors.
* Extensive knowledge and experience in bridge design, inspection, assessment, and rehabilitation.
* Proficient in Eurocodes and structural analysis software (MIDAS Civil or LUSAS).
* Experience in the design and refurbishment of concrete, steel, and masonry structures.
* Proven experience working within multidisciplinary teams.
* Ireland and/or UK experience.
Educational Requirements:
* Level 8 Honours Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
* Relevant experience as Bridge/Senior Bridge Engineer on Irish projects post-graduation.
* Chartered Bridge Engineer (CEng, MIStructE, or equivalent).