Enior Asset Engineer - Structures

Job Description

The Senior Asset Engineer role within the Structures & Dartford Asset Management Team supports the management of the M25 structures portfolio, which includes a wide range of 3000 structures across the network including the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge and 5 major tunnels.

This role involves developing and managing short, medium, and long‑term asset management objectives aimed at minimising whole‑life cost while meeting contract performance and ensuring contractual conditions are met during the contract period.

• Manage and provide leadership & guidance to a small team of assigned Asset Engineers focused on Structures and/or Dartford Crossing Infrastructure.
• Develop value‑led technical decision‑making processes and procedures to support long‑term asset management of Structures & Tunnels.
• Lead the development and implementation of risk‑based strategies for inspection, maintenance & renewal work.
• Develop and implement asset management, maintenance and renewal strategies for all structure categories (bridges, large culverts, small span structures, retaining walls, sign/signal gantries, masts).
• Review and authorise inspection reports; identify and report on essential maintenance requirements for individual structures.
• Support the programme of work on sub‑standard structures including piers, parapets, post‑tensioned and half joints, scour.
• Develop collaborative working relationships with cross‑asset and maintenance teams, advising on technical aspects of structures & tunnel maintenance to balance routine/renewal needs for effective asset management.
• Lead the development, update and review of bespoke management plans for strategic assets.
• Challenge engineering solutions to optimise whole‑life cost solutions.
• Lead the development of robust short, medium and long‑term asset intervention planning including budgeting to required deadlines (Asset Management Forward Plan preparation).
• Plan scheme identification/option studies and other lifecycle advisory activities in relation to structure renewals.
• Manage the team to assign asset leads for delegated schemes within the structures portfolio and support project managers to ensure asset objectives are followed for effective and efficient delivery.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and contract service schedules in relation to structures & tunnel structures.
• Attend callouts for the management of emergency incidents involving specified assets.
• Carry out other duties required by the Dartford/Structures Asset Leads, managers commensurate with the role.

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering, Structures, Tunnels or related subject.
• Working towards a professional qualification (e.g., MICE, MIAM, MIStructE, or similar).
• Knowledge and experience of highway bridge asset management and an understanding of bridge inspection and maintenance activities.
• Experience in risk identification and management, particularly in relation to civil infrastructure.
• Experience in structures/tunnel construction with maintenance/renewal experience is advantageous.
• Skills in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and others.
• Understanding of asset management systems.
• Understanding of working within the Strategic Road Network, with National Highways.
• Awareness of ISO
  55000, RWSC, DMRB, SHW and performance measurement of highway structures.
• Experience in Windows server operating systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

• Live the Connect Plus Services Values.
• Demonstrate a passion for engineering and learning.
• Ability to provide leadership and gain trust through collaboration.
• Can work on own initiative.
• Strong personal time‑management & organisational skills.
• Innovative thinker.
• Quick learner who follows instructions.
• Self‑awareness and empathy.
• Methodical and structured approach, working individually or as part of a team.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role.

We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.

* Please note, to be considered for this role, you must be based in the UK and must already be able to legally work in the UK. We are unable to offer or provide sponsorship for this position.*