Lead Highways Engineer: Junctions & Design Ownership

Carrington West; West of England; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking a Senior Highways Engineer to lead the design and delivery of highway schemes across the UK. You will take ownership of projects, guide design delivery, and mentor junior team members.

You will work through full lifecycle from feasibility to detailed design, technical approvals, and construction support on a range of schemes from access upgrades to complex junctions. This role demands strong UK highway design expertise and collaborative stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience in UK highway design.
• Proficient in Civils 3D or equivalent.
• Experience designing complex junctions including roundabouts.
• Knowledge of Section 278 agreements and approvals.
• Good knowledge of DMRB standards and TSRGD.
• Experience in highway drainage design and SuDS knowledge (advantageous).
• Strong communication and multidisciplinary teamwork.
• Mentoring and supporting junior engineers.
• Proactive and able to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of highway schemes, including junction improvements, access arrangements, and roundabouts.
• Produce high-quality designs using Civils 3D and related design software.
• Prepare and support submissions for Section 278 technical approval with Local Highway Authorities.
• Ensure all designs comply with DMRB, TSRGD, and UK standards.
• Undertake and review highway geometry, swept path analysis, and safety considerations.
• Develop drainage solutions, including surface water management.
• Liaise with clients, authorities, and internal teams through design/approval.
• Mentor and support junior engineers within the team.
• Participate in project planning, design reviews, and QA processes.

Skills

UK highway design

Civils 3D

Junction & roundabout design

Section 278 knowledge

DMRB & TSRGD

Highway drainage design

Stakeholder management

Mentoring junior engineers

Project deadline management

Tools

Civils 3D

Job description

Carrington West is seeking a Senior Highways Engineer to lead the design and delivery of highway schemes across the UK. You will take ownership of projects, guide design delivery, and mentor junior team members.

You will work through full lifecycle from feasibility to detailed design, technical approvals, and construction support on a range of schemes from access upgrades to complex junctions. This role demands strong UK highway design expertise and collaborative stakeholder engagement.