Principal Structural Engineer

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Senior / Principal Structural Engineer – Highways Structures Management

We are looking to connect with senior professionals in bridge engineering, particularly with experts in bridge and/or structural asset management, for the delivery of complex projects across Auckland. 

• You will provide consultancy services to clients in the areas of bridge and civil structures asset management with a focus on analysis, assessment, maintenance and repairs, reporting, technical documentation, and construction observation for transport projects, or supporting other sectors as may be required.
• Oversee technical input and be technical review/approver where suitable for projects within the group.
• Lead assessment and decision making in key projects ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality. 
• Maintain active involvement in project delivery to support utilisation targets. 
• Review bridge and structures inspections and provide management and maintenance recommendations. 
• Review the quality of deliverables and alignment of disciplines into a cohesive package (with no gaps/conflicts). 
• Determine/assess constructability and readability of drawings, to minimise interpretation conflict during construction. Lead programme management of disciplines.
• Be an active member of the team, contributing to the success of the group in meeting its business plan and strategic objectives.
• Lead structural input or projects with a bridges and civil structures discipline bias, as appropriate.
• Implement innovative ideas and technology to provide benefits to the client and the wider group.

About you:

• Relevant tertiary qualification.
• Preferably minimum of 7 years’ professional experience in the field of bridge engineering, including experience in seismic design.
• Relevant structural analysis software packages
• Chartered Professional Engineering (CPEng) status or equivalent

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