Highway Engineer

Carrington West; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Workplace pension

Structured training and CPD

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking a Highway Engineer to deliver detailed highway designs for urban infrastructure across London and the UK. You will work with an experienced multidisciplinary team from feasibility through to construction, applying industry standards and producing design packages.

The role suits someone with 3+ years in highways, strong AutoCAD and Civil 3D skills, and a passion for shaping public realm, active travel and urban environments.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• At least three years’ experience within highways engineering.
• Experience producing highway designs using industry standards including DMRB, TfL Streetscape Guidance, LTN 1/20, LCDS and TSRGD.
• Strong AutoCAD design experience and proficiency with Civil 3D.
• Good technical report writing and communication skills.
• Knowledge of CDM 2015 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed highway designs for urban infrastructure projects.
• Develop designs in accordance with DMRB, TfL Streetscape Guidance, LTN 1/20, LCDS and TSRGD.
• Prepare high‑quality AutoCAD drawings and design packages.
• Coordinate statutory undertaker utility diversion processes from initial searches through to implementation.
• Produce clear technical reports for clients and key stakeholders.
• Apply CDM 2015 principles within the design process.
• Liaise confidently with clients, contractors, consultants and project stakeholders.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects on programme and within budget.
• Contribute to innovative engineering solutions that improve communities and public spaces.

Skills

Highways engineering

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Technical report writing

Client/stakeholder liaison

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Highway Engineer

London

Join a Consultancy Where Your Ideas Make a Lasting Impact

Are you a passionate Highway Engineer looking to work on high-profile projects that improve the way people travel and experience urban environments? My client is looking for a talented Highway Engineer to join their growing team, offering the opportunity to work on innovative highways, public realm and active travel schemes across London and the UK.

Whether you are an experienced Highway Engineer or ready to take the next step towards a Senior position, this is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering meaningful infrastructure projects while developing your own career within a supportive and forward-thinking consultancy.

About the Company

My client is an award‑winning, multi‑disciplinary consultancy delivering specialist services across the construction, highways, transportation and infrastructure sectors throughout the UK. Built on a reputation for technical excellence and exceptional client service, the business combines expertise with innovation to deliver high‑quality solutions from concept through to construction. Their work spans public realm, highways, active travel and transport planning projects that create safer, more sustainable places for communities.

The company values Excellence, Innovation, Collaboration, Ethics and Sustainability, with a culture that encourages knowledge sharing, professional development and genuine career progression. People are at the heart of everything they do, and they are committed to creating an environment where individuals are supported to thrive.

The Opportunity

As a Highway Engineer, you will play a vital role in delivering detailed highway designs for a diverse portfolio of urban infrastructure projects. Working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team, you will contribute technical expertise throughout the entire project lifecycle, from initial feasibility and concept development through to detailed design and implementation.

You will have the opportunity to work on a range of high‑profile schemes including:

• Active travel infrastructure
• Public realm improvements
• Streetscape enhancements
• Traffic and transportation projects
• Transport planning studies

This varied workload provides exposure to challenging and rewarding projects across Central London and the wider UK, allowing you to build valuable technical expertise while making a real impact on the built environment.

What You Will Be Doing

• Produce detailed highway designs for urban infrastructure projects.
• Develop designs in accordance with DMRB, TfL Streetscape Guidance, LTN 1/20, LCDS, TSRGD and other relevant standards.
• Prepare high‑quality AutoCAD drawings and design packages.
• Coordinate statutory undertaker utility diversion processes from initial searches through to implementation.
• Produce clear technical reports for clients and key stakeholders.
• Apply CDM 2015 principles within the design process.
• Liaise confidently with clients, contractors, consultants and project stakeholders.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects on programme and within budget.
• Contribute to innovative engineering solutions that improve communities and public spaces.

Skills and Experience

• A relevant degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent professional experience.
• At least three years’ experience within highways engineering.
• Experience producing highway designs using industry standards including DMRB, TfL Streetscape Guidance, LTN 1/20, LCDS and TSRGD.
• Strong AutoCAD design experience.
• Experience using Civil 3D.
• Good technical report writing and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of CDM 2015 requirements.
• The ability to manage your own workload while working collaboratively within a busy project team.

Salary and Benefits

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 Dependent on experience

In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:

• Private healthcare
• Workplace pension
• Structured training and continuous professional development
• Sponsorship of professional memberships
• Performance‑related bonus scheme
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing consultancy
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

Build Your Career

This is an excellent opportunity to join a fantastic consultancy where your contribution will genuinely influence the future of the business. You will work on prestigious projects, develop your technical expertise and receive ongoing support through mentoring, professional development and external training.