Lead Infra Engineer – Highway & Drainage (Hybrid)

Carrington West; Hungerford; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure consultancy is seeking a Principal Infrastructure Engineer to lead various highway and drainage design projects in Hungerford. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment with autonomy and influence on project outcomes. Candidates must have strong UK development infrastructure experience and be proficient in using industry-standard software. The position provides a competitive salary of £53,000-£59,000 and a comprehensive benefits package including professional development support and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Pension

Professional development support

Paid memberships

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Strong experience in UK development infrastructure design.
• Confident with highways (S38/S278) and drainage (S104/S106) schemes.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and ensure designs meet standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver highway and drainage design projects.
• Oversee feasibility, detailed design, and technical approvals.
• Coordinate with clients, local authorities, and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

UK development infrastructure design

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Technical direction

Autonomy in engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage

Job description

A leading infrastructure consultancy is seeking a Principal Infrastructure Engineer to lead various highway and drainage design projects in Hungerford. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment with autonomy and influence on project outcomes. Candidates must have strong UK development infrastructure experience and be proficient in using industry-standard software. The position provides a competitive salary of £53,000-£59,000 and a comprehensive benefits package including professional development support and flexible working arrangements.