The agency beat-off competitors from rivals Costain and Volker and was confirmed principal contractor by East Sussex County Council this work.
Jackson will now finalise a building timetable with the council and principal works are anticipated to start out later this 12 months.
Cllr Claire Dowling stated: “With the bridge sitting in the course of the South Downs Nationwide Park, it was essential to convey on board an skilled contractor who can perform the work sensitively, and I’m delighted with the appointment of Jackson Civil Engineering Group.
“The appointment means we will transfer ahead to building of the bridge, which has been a few years within the planning.”
The present one-lane bridge, which is ageing and requires intensive repairs, has been a pinch level on the important thing coastal route between Seaford and Eastbourne for a few years.
The brand new two-lane bridge will assist ease congestion and cut back journey occasions, and the improved footways will improve accessibility for guests to the realm.
