Aaron discovered his passion for construction, particularly bridges, at a young age. This realisation fuelled his aspiration to become an engineer and build bridges that would endure for future generations.
After gaining experience in various industry positions, Aaron’s desire to create a lasting legacy and address industry gaps motivated him to establish his own business. Thus, BridgePro Engineering was founded in 2010. From its modest beginnings in Aaron’s rumpus room with two individuals and a business plan, BridgePro has now grown to employ over 100 people.
From Smithton to Bridgewater
The first BridgePro project was in March 2011, a ten-metre-long bridge at the Smithton Water Plant with a project budget of $19,000. Fast forward to 2025 and the completion of our $80 million subcontract on the $786 million New Bridgewater Bridge, Tasmania’s largest-ever transport infrastructure project, where BridgePro built all 42 in-situ piers and a 360-metre temporary bridge.
Our team has also significantly grown since then, now including engineers, project managers, machine operators, coxswains, carpenters, boilermakers, fitters, mechanics, construction workers, truck drivers, administration, and a whole lot more.
BridgePro, based in Latrobe, is now one of Tasmania’s largest contractors, maintaining a strong presence in the North-West community. From 2014 we secured contracts with the Department of State Growth and moved into larger, more technically demanding infrastructure. Investment in high-capacity piling rigs, temporary works systems and marine plant extended the business into marine construction and specialist demolition, including the controlled collapse of the Burnie Port P6 portainer crane. Today, continued investment in digital engineering and our in-house BridgePro OS platform, winner of the 2026 CCF Tasmania Digital Technology Award, is improving safety, productivity and delivery certainty across Tasmania’s transport and maritime networks.
Throughout its history, BridgePro has consistently pushed beyond its comfort zone, which is evident in the diverse project portfolio. The team consistently leverages their experience, tackles challenges, and implements innovative solutions, showcasing their expertise. As the business expands, so do the opportunities for our talented team members to shine.
Recent Projects
Since 2010
Sixteen Years, One State
From a two-person bridge contractor in Latrobe to an integrated engineering, construction and fabrication business employing more than 100 Tasmanians.
- 2010
Established in Latrobe
Aaron Brimfield founds BridgePro as a two-person bridge contractor focused on bridge construction and complex civil works, with engineering-led problem solving and local sourcing built in from day one.
- 2014
First State Growth contracts
BridgePro secures contracts with the Department of State Growth and begins major port works, moving into larger and more technically demanding infrastructure.
- 2016
Hoggs Bridge
The flood-damaged Hoggs Bridge on Native Plains Road is rebuilt, restoring the Railton community’s link to the Bass Highway, and a new mooring dolphin at Burnie Berth 7 opens the wharf to larger ships.
- 2017
Employer of Choice
Recognised as a Tasmanian Government Employer of Choice for the first time, a title held every year since. Union Bridge, the Devils Gate spillway repair and the first of the State Growth bridge strengthening contracts are delivered.
- 2018
Seaport and Rosebery
The Northbank to Seaport pedestrian bridge opens in Launceston, Dunrobin Bridge is strengthened and re-decked, and two steel pipeline bridges are designed and fabricated for MMG at Rosebery.
- 2019
Burnie P6 crane and first Earth Award
The controlled collapse of the Port of Burnie’s P6 portainer crane and the Toll McGaw Wharf upgrade are completed. The Seaport pedestrian bridge wins BridgePro’s first CCF Tasmania Earth Award.
- 2020
Engineering Excellence Award
The P6 crane demolition wins the Australian Engineering Excellence Award, Tasmania. Inglis River Bridge strengthening completes the 2017 to 2020 strengthening programme.
- 2021
Earth Award, Berth 2 East
The East Devonport Berth 2 East fender replacement early works win a CCF Tasmania Earth Award, the first of six consecutive years. Statewide Bridge Strengthening Package 2 begins.
- 2022
King Island RoRo wharf
A new RoRo wharf at Devonport Berth 5 West is designed and built in three months and wins the 2022 Earth Award. Kanunnah Bridge is strengthened, and BridgePro mobilises to the New Bridgewater Bridge.
- 2023
National Earth Award
Warrawee Suspension Bridge wins both the Tasmanian and National CCF Earth Awards. The Latrobe Flood Mitigation Project and the Mersey Forest Road bridges are completed, Jarrod Thomas is named Engineers Australia Tasmanian Emerging Professional Engineer of the Year, and BridgePro is Highly Commended at the WorkSafe Tasmania Awards.
- 2024
Project of the Year
The Latrobe Flood Mitigation Project is named Engineers Australia Tasmanian Project of the Year and wins the Earth Award. The Devonport 2 West tug berth pontoon and the Pipers River freight capacity upgrade are delivered, and PIANC recognises BridgePro as an industry leader.
- 2025
Bridgewater and 100 Tasmanians
The Devonport 2 West pontoon wins the Earth Award, BridgePro’s 42 piers and 360 m temporary bridge help open the New Bridgewater Bridge, Davis Street pump station is completed, and the team passes 100 Tasmanians employed.
- 2026
Four awards in one night
Port Latta Dolphin Fender Replacement wins the Earth Award, BridgePro OS wins the Digital Technology Award, Jai Wynwood is Civil Trainee / Apprentice of the Year and Sam Murphy is Highly Commended as Equipment Operator of the Year, all at the CCF Tasmania awards. A 20-year lease on the Mersey Slipway sets up the next chapter.
