Lead Infrastructure Engineer (Hybrid) - Highways & Drainage

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

Job summary

A respected engineering consultancy in Reading is seeking a Principal Infrastructure Engineer to lead highway and drainage design projects. The successful candidate will be involved in various development schemes and work within a supportive team that encourages professional growth. A competitive salary between £53,000 and £59,000 is offered along with benefits, including professional development support and flexible working options. This role presents clear progression opportunities to senior leadership.

Benefits

Pension

Professional development support

Industry memberships

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Solid experience in UK development infrastructure design.
• Confident with design tools such as Civil 3D and MicroDrainage.
• Capable of managing projects and guiding stakeholders.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

UK development infrastructure design

Highway design (S38/S278)

Drainage design (S104/S106)

Civil 3D

MicroDrainage

Job description

A respected engineering consultancy in Reading is seeking a Principal Infrastructure Engineer to lead highway and drainage design projects. The successful candidate will be involved in various development schemes and work within a supportive team that encourages professional growth. A competitive salary between £53,000 and £59,000 is offered along with benefits, including professional development support and flexible working options. This role presents clear progression opportunities to senior leadership.