Contract Principal Engineer Highways and Civil 3D Lead

Matchtech; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive terms

Lead major highways projects

Supportive team environment

Challenging projects

Job summary

Matchtech is working with a client in the highways sector seeking a contract Principal Engineer to support a busy programme of local authority projects. You will lead and oversee highway schemes, using Civil 3D for design and ensuring deliverables meet quality standards.

You will mentor junior engineers, coordinate Section 278 works, and collaborate with internal teams on active travel and urban design. Strong leadership, communication and the ability to manage multiple projects to tight

Qualifications

• Experience in infrastructure engineering within highways.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Understanding of local authority project requirements and Section 278 processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee local authority projects, focusing on highways infrastructure.
• Utilise Civil 3D for design work and ensure quality standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including engineers on active travel and urban design projects.
• Lead planning and execution of Section 278 works.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to meet project requirements and timelines.
• Perform quality assurance checks on engineering documentation.
• Assist in sub-drainage engineering tasks.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Mentorship

Under pressure

Civil 3D

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

Matchtech is working with a client in the highways sector seeking a contract Principal Engineer to support a busy programme of local authority projects. You will lead and oversee highway schemes, using Civil 3D for design and ensuring deliverables meet quality standards.

You will mentor junior engineers, coordinate Section 278 works, and collaborate with internal teams on active travel and urban design. Strong leadership, communication and the ability to manage multiple projects to tight