Principal Highways Engineer

Job Details

This job posting for a Principal Highways Engineer in Central London offers a compelling opportunity for experienced highways engineers looking to work on diverse and challenging projects within a large, multi-disciplinary international consultancy.

Job/Company Overview:

- Position: Principal Highways Engineer

- Location: Central London

- Salary: £48,000- £60,000 – Depending On Experience

- Company/Team Size: 300+ employees and 20 people in the infrastructure/Highways team

- Projects: Residential , commercial , industrial , schools , hospitals.

 

Role & Key Skills & Experience Required:

 

This role is for an individual with strong technical and leadership skills in the field of highways and civil engineering design, with a focus on managing multidisciplinary projects. Key highlights of the role include:

 

Technical Proficiency

   - Strong experience with Civil 3D, AutoCAD , and MicroDrainage (or equivalent software) for highways, drainage, and civil works design.

   - Expertise in design and specification of drainage, earthworks, highways, and utilities for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

   - Ability to check and sign off on technical design work to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards.

 

Project Leadership

   - Proven experience leading projects across a variety of sectors (e.g., residential, commercial, and industrial), from conception through to technical approval.

   - Ability to act as a technical discipline lead for larger projects or manage a range of smaller projects independently.

   - Skilled in managing client relationships and collaborating with contractors, design teams, local authorities, and statutory bodies.

 

Team Management

   - Strong leadership skills to mentor and develop a team of engineers and technicians, including supporting junior staff on their path to becoming Chartered Engineers.

   - Experience supervising and coordinating project teams, ensuring the delivery of work on time and within budget.

 

Communication & Collaboration

   - Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for preparing technical reports, liaising with clients, and representing the organization in professional settings.

   - Able to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring smooth interaction with both internal and external stakeholders.

 

Desired Qualifications

- A Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification.

- Chartered Engineer status or working towards achieving chartership with a recognized professional body.

 

Other Responsibilities

- Scheme investigation and site inspections to gather data for project design and implementation.

-  Construction supervision to ensure projects progress in line with design specifications.

- Responsibility for managing project delivery, ensuring work is completed on time, within budget, and to the required standards.

 

If you have a proactive attitude , excellent technical and management skills, and are seeking to take on increased responsibilities, this opportunity offers a chance to play a key role in delivering diverse transportation and highways schemes.

 

Benefits:

- Holidays: 26 days per year, increasing to 31 days with loyalty days, plus bank holidays.

- Hybrid Working: Flexible working arrangements.

-  Training and Development: Strong culture with access to mentoring from industry experts.

- Career Advancement: Fast-tracked progression for suitable candidates.

- Additional Opportunities:  Involvement in client-facing roles, business development, and marketing activities. 

-  ICE Training Agreement: Support for professional development.