Chartered Civil Engineer - Highway Specialist

ACS Business Performance; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking a Chartered Civil Engineer - Highway Specialist to lead technical delivery on highway infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering and be a Chartered Engineer, with experience in road condition assessment and highway survey data analysis. This role involves managing a small team, client engagement, and contributing to international projects, with a strong focus on health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer with a degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Strong knowledge of road condition assessment and skid resistance principles.
• Experience interpreting highway survey data needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a small technical team delivering highways consultancy work.
• Provide technical oversight and quality assurance on projects.
• Take commercial ownership of your project portfolio.

Skills

Chartered Engineer (ICE or equivalent)

Knowledge of road condition assessment

Experience interpreting highway survey data

Confident communicator

Competent in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job vacancy - Chartered Civil Engineer - Highway Specialist

Position : Chartered Civil Engineer - Highway Specialist

Reference : EDacs1718

Location : Gloucestershire

Salary : Dependent on experience

Chartered Civil Engineer - Highways Specialist

Location : Bristol

We're seeking a Chartered Civil Engineer with a strong background in highways engineering to take on a technical and leadership role within an established consultancy team. The position involves both UK-based and international projects, offering scope to influence policy, technical delivery, and commercial outcomes.

Role Overview

This role focuses on leading technical delivery across highway infrastructure and asset management projects. You'll combine analytical, managerial, and client-facing responsibilities - ensuring work meets professional and safety standards while supporting the wider team's development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a small technical team delivering highways consultancy work.
• Analyse road survey data to inform asset management strategies and policy decisions.
• Provide technical oversight and quality assurance on projects.
• Take commercial ownership of your project portfolio, including budgeting and cost control.
• Act as the main contact for clients and suppliers, attending meetings and managing queries.
• Contribute to business development through bid input and client engagement.
• Promote best practice in health, safety, and environmental performance.
• Support operations overseas, including collaboration with colleagues in New Zealand.

Skills & Experience

• Chartered Engineer (ICE or equivalent) with a degree in Civil Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of road condition assessment and skid resistance principles.
• Experience interpreting highway survey data and using asset management tools.
• Confident communicator with experience engaging clients and presenting findings.
• Competent in Microsoft Office; adaptable and organised in managing multiple projects.

ACS are recruiting for a Chartered Civil Engineer - Highway Specialist. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Chartered Civil Engineer - Highway Specialist submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Chartered Civil Engineer - Highway Specialist. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Chartered Civil Engineer - Highway Specialist with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Chartered Civil Engineer - Highway Specialist role you desire.