Specialist Bridge Engineering Contractors for Complex and Ageing Structures
UK Leaders in Specialist Bridge Engineering
Spencer Bridge Engineering is a UK leader in specialist bridge engineering, trusted by asset owners and operators to protect, maintain and extend the life of some of the country’s most critical structures. With deep expertise in long-span, moving and complex bridges, we deliver safe, dependable and technically excellent solutions across highways, rail and waterways.
Our Clients
Our Capabilities
ECI, Feasibility and Design
Historic Bridges
Bridge Repair, Refurbishment and Maintenance
Innovative Temporary Access Solutions
Permanent Underdeck Gantries
Moving and Mechanised Structures
Underdeck Gantry Maintenance and Inspection
Bearing Inspection and Replacement
Steelwork Strengthening and Repair
New Bridge Design and Construction
Blasting, Painting and Protective Coatings
NDT and Paint Inspections
Inspections & Structural Assessment
Temporary Works Design – Jacking & Hoisting
Permanent Works Design
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Safeguarding critical bridge assets across the UK
Every project is delivered to the same high standard of commitment to safety, technical excellence and responsible engineering – irrespective of project value. We work collaboratively with asset owners and stakeholders to protect, maintain and extend the life of vital bridge infrastructure, ensuring structures remain safe, reliable and operational.
Join our award winning team
Looking for your next challenge? Join Spencer Bridge Engineering and contribute to the delivery of complex, safety-critical bridge projects across the UK. You’ll be part of a specialist team protecting, maintaining and extending the life of some of the country’s most important infrastructure assets.
Awards & Accreditations
Holgate Bridge – Historic Bridge Award 2008
York Millenium Bridge Project (Commended) 2000
CN Specialist Awards 2026 | Specialist Innovation of the Year
UVDB Verify Category B2 Audit (listed as 'UVDB Silver' in company summary)
PAS 2080:2023 – Carbon Management in Buildings & Infrastructure
Constructionline Gold Membership
NCE Bridges Awards, Project of the Year 2026
ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational Health & Safety Management
ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental Management
Waste Carriers Licence (Upper Tier Carrier, Broker & Dealer)
ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management
New Civil Engineer Bridges Awards, Historic Bridge Project 2025
Scottish Civil Engineering Awards, Heritage & Infrastructure Award 2025
Cyber Essentials Plus
EN1090-1:2009+A1:2011 – Factory Production Control (Steel Fabrication, CE/UKCA Marking)
Bridges Award, New Life 2025
Galvanisers Association, Galvanising in Engineering Award 2024
ISO 3834-2:2021 – Quality Requirements for Fusion Welding
New Civil Engineer Bridges Awards, Historic Bridge Project 2024
NBCA, Restoration Project ‘Gold Winner’ 2023
NBCA, Community Engagement ‘Silver Winner’ 2023
CIHT, Health, Safety and Wellbeing Award 2021
Bridges Awards, Bridge Management 2021
ICE Yorkshire and Humber Awards, Smeaton Award 2020
ICE Yorkshire and Humber Awards, Smeaton Award 2015
Scottish Transport Awards, Excellence in Technology and Innovation 2008
Holgate Bridge – Historic Bridge Award 2008
York Millenium Bridge Project (Commended) 2000
CN Specialist Awards 2026 | Specialist Innovation of the Year
UVDB Verify Category B2 Audit (listed as 'UVDB Silver' in company summary)
PAS 2080:2023 – Carbon Management in Buildings & Infrastructure
Constructionline Gold Membership
NCE Bridges Awards, Project of the Year 2026
ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational Health & Safety Management
ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental Management
Waste Carriers Licence (Upper Tier Carrier, Broker & Dealer)
ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management
New Civil Engineer Bridges Awards, Historic Bridge Project 2025
Scottish Civil Engineering Awards, Heritage & Infrastructure Award 2025
Cyber Essentials Plus
EN1090-1:2009+A1:2011 – Factory Production Control (Steel Fabrication, CE/UKCA Marking)
Bridges Award, New Life 2025
Galvanisers Association, Galvanising in Engineering Award 2024
ISO 3834-2:2021 – Quality Requirements for Fusion Welding
New Civil Engineer Bridges Awards, Historic Bridge Project 2024
NBCA, Restoration Project ‘Gold Winner’ 2023
NBCA, Community Engagement ‘Silver Winner’ 2023
CIHT, Health, Safety and Wellbeing Award 2021
Bridges Awards, Bridge Management 2021
ICE Yorkshire and Humber Awards, Smeaton Award 2020
ICE Yorkshire and Humber Awards, Smeaton Award 2015
Scottish Transport Awards, Excellence in Technology and Innovation 2008