Highways Assistant or Civil Engineer

Stantec; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus schemes

Enhanced pension plan

Private medical insurance

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Highways Assistant or Civil Engineer to join their Civil Infrastructure team in Leeds or Manchester. You will contribute to various infrastructure projects that improve communities across the UK while working collaboratively with experienced colleagues.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for professional development and allows you to gain technical experience on projects like Active Travel and Bus Infrastructure. The position supports a hybrid working approach, fostering a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Interest in highways and infrastructure design.
• Keen to develop technical skills and contribute to project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and delivery of highways and infrastructure projects.
• Prepare technical drawings and supporting documentation.
• Support projects from concept design to construction.
• Collaborate with colleagues and local authorities.
• Undertake site visits and inspections.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

InfoDrainage or MicroDrainage

Job description

Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Highways Assistant or Civil Engineer to join our Civil Infrastructure team in either Manchester or Leeds. You’ll become part of a friendly, collaborative team delivering a diverse range of projects across the North, supporting the design and delivery of infrastructure that improves communities and connectivity across the UK. From local community infrastructure schemes to major national infrastructure projects, you’ll gain experience working on Active Travel, Bus Infrastructure, Public Realm and highways projects. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your technical skills, broaden your project experience and build your career within a supportive and growing team.

About the role

As a Highways Assistant or Civil Engineer, you’ll support the design and delivery of highways and civil infrastructure projects, working alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams to develop practical and sustainable solutions.

Your responsibilities will include

• Assisting with the design and delivery of highways and infrastructure projects.
• Preparing technical drawings, reports and supporting documentation.
• Supporting projects through all stages of delivery, from concept design to construction.
• Collaborating with colleagues, clients, local authorities and utility providers.
• Undertaking site visits, inspections and project coordination activities.
• Developing your technical knowledge and working towards professional accreditation where applicable.

Your impact

You will contribute to projects that improve communities, enhance transport networks and support sustainable development across the UK. Through a varied workload and support from experienced colleagues, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your skills, take on increasing responsibility and make a meaningful impact on the projects you deliver.

About you

You’ll be degree qualified in Civil Engineering or a related discipline and have an interest in highways and infrastructure design. Whether you’re starting your career or have some industry experience, you’ll be keen to develop your technical skills and contribute to successful project delivery.

You’ll also have

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A proactive approach to learning and problem‑solving.
• The ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• A willingness to work towards professional qualifications such as IEng or CEng.

Experience with any of the following would be advantageous

• Civil 3D and AutoCAD.
• DMRB, Manual for Streets and LTN 1/20.
• Utility coordination.
• InfoDrainage or MicroDrainage.
• KeySIGNS, KeyLINES or KeyPOST.

Benefits

Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work‑life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.

Great benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection and life assurance included as standard, discounted gym membership and more.

EEO statement

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.