Provide specialized technical expertise in the planning, design, and delivery of bridge and tunnel infrastructure. Ensure all structural solutions are technically sound, cost-efficient, safe, and compliant with applicable standards and authority requirements, supporting the development of world-class transportation networks.
What You ll Be Doing
Technical Leadership Bridges & Tunnels- Provide technical leadership for the design, engineering, and assessment of bridges, tunnels, underpasses, and associated structures.
- Review, validate, and enhance structural solutions, including:
- Superstructure and substructure elements
- Foundations and ground structure interaction
- Seismic design and load ratings
- Constructability and construction staging
- Oversee and guide consultants and contractors in:
- Structural design methodologies
- Tunnel alignment planning
- Underground construction techniques
Codes, Standards, & Geotechnical Integration- Ensure designs adhere to international and national standards such as AASHTO, Eurocodes, BS, MOT, MoMRA, and other relevant codes.
- Evaluate geotechnical reports and subsurface conditions to determine optimal:
- Structural solutions for bridges and underground structures
- Tunnel construction methods (e.g. TBM, cut-and-cover, NATM)
Tunneling Machines & Construction Methodologies- Lead and review all design activities related to tunneling machines.
- Specify appropriate machine types based on geotechnical and alignment conditions, including EPB TBMs, slurry TBMs, Mixshield, Double Shield, and Gripper TBMs.
- Define tunneling machine thrust and torque requirements and key performance criteria.
- Assess and benchmark various tunneling construction solutions based on:
- Project context and geology
- Urban constraints and environmental factors
- Cost-efficiency and constructability
- Global tunneling case studies and innovations
- Provide strategic input on the selection of tunneling construction methodologies aligned with:
- Project goals and schedule
- Local authority requirements
- Risk mitigation strategies
Industry Engagement & Innovation- Engage with global tunneling solution providers, machine manufacturers, and specialist contractors to stay updated on:
- Latest equipment and automation technologies
- Digital monitoring, instrumentation, and data-driven construction methods
- Keep abreast of innovations in structural engineering and tunneling technologies to inform project solutions and value engineering
Risk, Approvals & Documentation- Support risk assessments and mitigation plans for:
- Deep excavations
- Tunneling works
- Bridge construction and complex structural interventions
- Lead the preparation and review of:
- Technical specifications
- Tender documents
- Cost estimates
- Material selection and performance criteria
- Review structural analysis models and drawings prepared by consultants, ensuring:
- Technical accuracy
- Compliance with codes and authority requirements
- Consistency between design intent and construction documents
- Support authority approval processes and participate in:
- Technical presentations
- Formal submissions and clarifications
Integration, Value Engineering & Construction Support- Collaborate with design, geotechnical, traffic, and utility teams to:
- Resolve interface challenges
- Optimize structural integration in complex corridors and urban environments
- Contribute to value engineering exercises for bridge and tunnel designs to:
- Improve efficiency
- Reduce cost
- Enhance maintainability and lifecycle performance
- Monitor construction activities related to bridges and tunnels to ensure:
- Adherence to design and specifications
- Appropriate quality control and safety standards
Desired Candidate Profile
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering
- Master's degree or specialized certification in bridge or tunnel engineering preferred
- Chartered Engineer status (e.g. PE, CEng, or equivalent) is an advantage
- 15+ years of experience in the design and delivery of major bridge and tunnel infrastructure
- Demonstrated involvement in international or large-scale urban projects with complex technical and stakeholder environments
Experienced in high-profile infrastructure environments with complex technical, regulatory, and stakeholder requirements
Acts as the key decision-maker on structural design aspects related to bridges and tunnels
Empowered to:
- Approve technical approaches
- Challenge consultant proposals
- Recommend strategic alternatives and optimizations