Senior Bridge Inspector

Senior Bridge Inspector - BICS Qualified Esher
Are you a Certified Senior Bridge Inspector looking for a role where you can take ownership of major inspection projects, work alongside highly respected industry professionals and help shape the future of bridge inspection services?
My client is expanding its UK infrastructure team and is looking to appoint a Senior Bridge Inspector to support a growing portfolio of highway and rail inspection projects.
This Senior Bridge Inspector opportunity offers the chance to join an established consultancy with an excellent reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects, while giving you the autonomy to lead inspections and contribute to the development of inspection capability across the business.
As a Senior Bridge Inspector, you will be carrying out General, Principal and Special Inspections on bridges and associated structures in accordance with industry standards including CS 450 and /L3/CIV/006. You will also support inspection planning, technical reporting and project delivery across a range of highways and rail schemes.
My client is particularly interested in speaking with professionals who already hold Certified Senior Bridge Inspector (SBI) status through BICS, as this is a key requirement for the role. Experience mentoring junior inspectors would be beneficial, although the primary focus is on strong technical inspection capability and proven delivery experience.
What you will be doing
Carrying out General, Principal and Special bridge inspections across highways and rail infrastructure
Producing and reviewing detailed inspection reports
Supporting inspection planning and coordination activities
Working across projects throughout the UK when required
Assisting with technical proposals and bid submissions
Identifying and managing inspection-related risks
Supporting and developing less experienced inspectors pursuing BICS qualifications
Collaborating closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams
What my client is looking for
Certified Senior Bridge Inspector (SBI) accreditation through BICS
Proven bridge inspection experience within highways and/or rail infrastructure
Experience producing inspection reports for clients such as National Highways, local authorities or Network Rail
Relevant access qualifications such as PTS, National Highways Passport or PASMA
Full UK driving licence
Strong communication and organisational skills
Ability to work independently and within a wider technical team
What's in it for you?
Salary dependent on experience
Hybrid working arrangement
Flexible working hours
Mileage reimbursement and fully covered staying-away expenses where required
Private medical insurance
Generous pension contribution
Life assurance and income protection
Flexible annual leave allowance
Cycle to work scheme
Employee assistance programme
Strong career development and progression opportunities
Opportunity to work with one of the industry's most respected bridge engineering teams
This Senior Bridge Inspector position is based in Esher, with project work carried out across the wider UK as required.
If you are a BICS-qualified Senior Bridge Inspector looking for your next challenge within a growing consultancy environment, this could be an excellent opportunity to progress your career.
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