Assistant Highway Engineer

Assistant Engineer - Highways | Hertfordshire We are currently recruiting on behalf of our Client for an Assistant Engineer to join their highways Team. This is an exciting entry-level opportunity for someone looking to build a career in highways engineering, project delivery and infrastructure development.

In this role, you'll play a key part in supporting the design, coordination and delivery of highway maintenance and improvement schemes, working across the full project lifecycle from early planning through to construction and handover.

You'll support the delivery of a wide range of highway projects, from small-scale maintenance works through to large, complex schemes. Working closely with experienced professionals, you'll gain valuable exposure to engineering design, project management, stakeholder coordination and compliance, while contributing to the successful delivery of schemes across the network.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the planning, coordination and delivery of highway maintenance and improvement schemes
• Assisting with the full project lifecycle, from early contractor involvement through to completion
• Preparing project programmes, cost forecasts, risk registers and progress reports
• Producing and reviewing engineering drawings, designs and technical documentation
• Ensuring designs comply with relevant standards, including DMRB, TSRGD, the Red Book and local authority requirements
• Assisting with traffic management planning and site setup coordination
• Supporting permit applications, TTRO/TTRN submissions and statutory approvals
• Liaising with stakeholders including local authorities, suppliers, utility companies and internal teams
• Monitoring project costs and supporting commercial activities such as variations and reporting
• Promoting safe working practices and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations

What Our Client Is Looking For

• A degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Some experience or knowledge of highways, infrastructure or project delivery
• An understanding of relevant standards such as DMRB, TSRGD and CDM Regulations
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment
• A full UK driving licence

Interested? If you're looking to take the first step in your highways engineering career and would like to find out more about this opportunity, please apply today or get in touch with our Highways team for a confidential discussion.

If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.

Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Adam Butler at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.

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