Civil/Senior Civil Engineer (Highways)

AZTRUM; West of England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

AZTRUM in Bristol is seeking a Civil or Senior Civil Engineer with a strong highways background to join its growing team. You will own highways design tasks from concept through to technical approval, including S278 and S38 submissions, pavement layouts, junction design, and road markings.

The role offers £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience, with a supportive SME environment and opportunities for progression within a close-knit team.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Involves highways projects from design through to technical approval.

Skills

Highways design experience

Project ownership

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

Causeway PDS

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Civil/Senior Civil Engineer (Highways)

Bristol

£45,000 - £55,000

A well-regarded SME consultancy in Bristol is looking for a Civil or Senior Civil Engineer with a strong highways background to join its growing team. With a clear focus on highway and access design, this is a chance to work on varied projects in a close-knit business where your work is visible and your input is valued.

The role

You will be involved in highways projects from design through to technical approval, with real ownership of your work. Your day-to-day will include:

• S278 highway and access design
• Highway alignment design using Causeway PDS
• Pavement design, including build-ups and kerbing layouts
• Junction and roundabout design
• Preparing and submitting S278 and S38 applications for technical approval with the relevant authorities
• Road sign and line design
• Responding to Road Safety Audit exception reports and S38 reviews

Because it’s an SME, you will get exposure to the full highways process rather than being limited to one narrow part of it, and there is scope to progress as the team grows.

About you

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Proven experience in UK highway design within a consultancy environment
• Hands‑on experience of S278 and S38 submissions
• Competent in Causeway PDS and AutoCAD or Civil 3D
• Working towards or holding chartership (desirable)
• Able to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

What’s on offer

• Salary of £45,000 - £55,000, depending on experience
• Specialist highways work with genuine variety
• A supportive SME environment with direct access to senior decision-makers
• Opportunities for progression and professional development