Highways Project Engineer - Entry-Level

Carrington West; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking an Assistant Engineer to join the highways team in Hertfordshire. This entry-level role supports design, coordination and delivery of highway maintenance and improvement schemes across the project lifecycle, from planning to handover.

You'll work with experienced engineers, gain exposure to AutoCAD and project documentation, assist with traffic management, permits, costs, and reporting, and contribute to safe, compliant delivery of schemes across the network.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Knowledge of highways, infrastructure or project delivery is a plus.
• Understanding of standards such as DMRB, TSRGD and CDM Regulations.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, coordination and delivery of highway maintenance and improvement schemes.
• Assist with full project lifecycle from early involvement to completion.
• Prepare programmes, cost forecasts, risk registers and progress reports.
• Produce and review engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Ensure designs meet standards and local authority requirements.
• Assist with traffic management planning and site setup coordination.
• Support permit applications and statutory approvals.
• Liaise with authorities, suppliers and internal teams.
• Monitor costs and support variations and reporting.
• Promote safe working practices and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Carrington West is seeking an Assistant Engineer to join the highways team in Hertfordshire. This entry-level role supports design, coordination and delivery of highway maintenance and improvement schemes across the project lifecycle, from planning to handover.

You'll work with experienced engineers, gain exposure to AutoCAD and project documentation, assist with traffic management, permits, costs, and reporting, and contribute to safe, compliant delivery of schemes across the network.