Engineer - Transport

Southwark Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwark Council is seeking an Engineer - Transport to lead the design and development of highways and transport improvement schemes. You will work from feasibility through to construction, producing high-quality AutoCAD drawings and driving walking, cycling and public realm enhancements.

You will manage budgets up to £1m, coordinate investigations, provide technical advice on design and materials, and engage with residents and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Highway Engineering or Transportation Engineering.
• Experience delivering highway and transport improvement schemes (junction upgrades, pedestrian crossings, cycle routes, bus priority, road safety).
• Strong understanding of UK highway design standards, regulations and CDM requirements.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and production of technical drawings.
• Experience preparing cost estimates and Bills of Quantities.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and design risk management.
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex technical information.

Responsibilities

• Lead design development of major highways and transport projects.
• Produce accurate AutoCAD drawings (layouts, sections, construction details, traffic management).
• Develop innovative design solutions for walking, cycling and road safety schemes.
• Manage budgets and programmes for schemes typically up to £1m.
• Coordinate site investigations and technical assessments to inform design.
• Provide technical advice on highway design, constructability and materials.
• Support stakeholder engagement with residents, elected members and internal teams.
• Undertake site visits to monitor progress and ensure delivery.
• Contribute to cost estimates, bills of quantities and work instructions.
• Ensure designs comply with current legislation and standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Why Southwark?

Do you want to help shape the future of transport in one of London's most ambitious boroughs?

Why Southwark?

Do you want to help shape the future of transport in one of London's most ambitious boroughs?

Can you use your highways design expertise to deliver projects that make walking, cycling and public spaces safer and more accessible?

Does the opportunity to work on award-winning transport schemes that set the standard across London sound like your next career move?

If yes, we have the perfect role for you.

Southwark's Highways and Transport Projects team is looking for a talented and passionate Engineer - Transport to join us in delivering significant improvements to the borough's streets and public realm. Southwark's highways projects are recognised across London for their quality and innovation, helping to shape the future of sustainable transport in the capital.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of transport and highways schemes, from cycle infrastructure and road safety improvements to public realm enhancements and junction upgrades. You'll play a leading role in turning ideas into reality, creating places that are safer, greener and better connected for residents, businesses and visitors.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Engineer within the Transport Projects team, you will lead the design and development of highways and transport improvement schemes from feasibility through to construction.

Working closely with colleagues, contractors, consultants and stakeholders, you will:

• Lead the design development of major highways and transport projects.
• Produce accurate and high-quality AutoCAD drawings, including layouts, sections, construction details and traffic management plans.
• Develop innovative design solutions for walking, cycling, public realm and road safety schemes.
• Manage project budgets and programmes for assigned schemes, typically valued up to £1m, while supporting larger transport programmes.
• Coordinate site investigations, surveys and technical assessments to inform design development.
• Provide technical advice on highway design, constructability and materials.
• Support stakeholder engagement with residents, elected members and internal teams.
• Undertake site visits to assess conditions, monitor progress and ensure successful project delivery.
• Contribute to cost estimates, bills of quantities and work instructions.
• Ensure designs comply with current legislation, design standards and CDM requirements.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who combines strong technical expertise with a passion for creating high-quality streets and transport infrastructure that improve everyday journeys.

You'll Bring

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Highway Engineering, Transportation Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience delivering highway and transport improvement schemes, such as junction upgrades, pedestrian crossings, cycle routes, bus priority measures and road safety projects.
• Experience managing capital projects through feasibility, design, consultation and delivery stages.
• A strong understanding of UK highway design standards, regulations and statutory requirements.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and the production of technical drawings.
• Experience preparing cost estimates, bills of quantities and work instructions.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and design risk management.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical information to a range of audiences.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail.
• The ability to build positive relationships with stakeholders, contractors and colleagues.

For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification located at the bottom of the advert.

Contact Information

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Michael Listowiecki at [e-mail] .

Additional Information

Contract: Permanent

Occasional attendance outside working hours may be required.

Please note that we are unable to accept applications from individuals who require visa sponsorship.

Benefits And More Information

https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/

Recruitment Timeline

Advert close date: 11th November 2026

Shortlisting date: 13th November 2026

Interview date: W/C 23rd November 2026

The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

This vacancy is subject to the council’s redeployment arrangements. Eligible redeployees will be considered first, and the vacancy may be withdrawn if a suitable redeployee is appointed.

Southwark Council will only contact candidates through official Council recruitment channels. We will not ask you to provide passport details, proof of address, National Insurance number, bank details or payment at application stage. These checks are only requested at the onboarding process – once an offer of employment has been made. If you’re unsure whether a communication you’ve received is genuine, please contact the Resourcing team directly on [e-mail] before sharing any personal information.

We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative . We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

Attachments

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