Lauryn Steel
Interim Engineering Design Manager, Dumfries and Galloway CouncilLauryn Steel EngTech MICE MAPM is an Engineering Design Manager with a background spanning project management, economic development and 22 years in the civil engineering industry, including extensive experience in the development and delivery of strategic capital projects.
A professionally registered Engineering Technician, Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers, and Member of the Association for Project Management, and Better Business Cases Practitioner, she brings a practical perspective on transforming challenges into deliverable solutions. Lauryn is passionate about collaboration, innovation and driving excellence in project delivery.
My Speaker Sessions
Wednesday 25 November 2026
A Bridge Between Today and Tomorrow: Managing an Asset Awaiting Replacement
This presentation will provide an overview of the challenges, interventions and future strategy associated with Kirkcudbright Bridge, from its closure in March 2025 through to its re-opening and planning for the future replacement. Historical background and strategic significance of Kirkcudbright Bridge within the local transport network.
- Summary of the structural assessment and engineering evaluation activities that informed the decision to close the bridge in March 2025.
- Overview of the investigations, engineering interventions and risk management measures implemented to enable re-opening in June 2025.
- Current operational restrictions and the monitoring processes supporting the ongoing management of the structure.
- Overview of the development of the long-term replacement strategy.
