Senior Highway Engineer

Senior Highways Engineer An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Highways Engineer to join a growing highways engineering team in London. This role is ideal for someone with around 6-9 years' experience who is looking to take ownership of projects while working within a collaborative and supportive environment. You'll play a key role in delivering highway infrastructure projects across a diverse portfolio of developments, working with a broad range of private sector clients including developers, landowners, housebuilders, retailers, universities, healthcare providers and contractors. This position offers varied project work, genuine career progression and the opportunity to make a significant contribution to a well-established engineering consultancy.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver highway design projects from concept through to construction.
• Design highway schemes in accordance with DMRB, Manual for Streets 1 & 2, LTN 1/20 and local authority design standards.
• Produce engineering drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations and design documentation.
• Manage and coordinate Section 278 and Section 38 highway schemes.
• Review utility diversions associated with highway works.
• Apply CDM Regulations 2015 throughout project delivery.
• Work collaboratively with transport planners, engineers and technicians to deliver integrated solutions.
• Assist with project management, programme delivery and client liaison.
• Prepare fee proposals, technical submissions and tender documentation.
• Support the preparation of optioneering studies, GG104 Risk Assessments, GG142 Walking, Cycling and Horse-Riding Assessments and GG119 Road Safety Audits.

About You

You'll ideally have:

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Approximately 6-9 years' experience in highways design, ideally within a consultancy environment.
• Strong knowledge of DMRB, Manual for Streets, Section 278 and Section 38 processes.
• Experience using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, AutoTrack and MicroDrainage.
• An understanding of National Highways and London Borough design standards.
• Membership of, or working towards membership of, ICE or CIHT.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• A proactive approach and the ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £40,000-£55,000 depending on experience.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
• Flexible and hybrid working options.
• Private medical insurance.
• Health cash plan.
• Enhanced pension contribution.
• Critical illness cover.
• Life assurance.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Interest-free travel loan.
• Annual discretionary bonus.
• Ongoing training, professional development and support towards chartership. Apply If you're an experienced Highways Engineer looking to join a progressive consultancy in London, this is an excellent opportunity to work on a wide range of development and infrastructure projects while progressing your career within a supportive and ambitious team