23 Oct
Pertemps TM
London
Job description
This job posting for a Senior / Infrastructure 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 : Senior Highways Engineer
- Location : Central London
- Salary : £45,000- £55,000 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.
- 3 years plus minimum relevant highways UK design experience
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.
▶️ Senior/Infrastructure Highways Engineer
🖊️ Pertemps TM
📍 London