Principal Engineer, Roads & Highway Design

WSP; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Engineer for its Roads team in the North West. This position involves leading technical delivery of highway consultancy services, managing projects through all stages of the project life-cycle, and developing client relationships. Ideal candidates will possess relevant knowledge in highway design and drainage systems, have strong project management skills, and be a Chartered or Incorporated Engineer. The role offers an opportunity to work within a talented team committed to making a positive impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in highway design and drainage systems at various project stages.
• Demonstrable experience in leading design disciplines of projects.
• Thorough understanding of relevant design codes.
• Experience complying with Designers Duties under CDM regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery of highway consultancy services.
• Manage project coordination and multi-disciplinary inputs.
• Develop strong client relationships and manage expectations.
• Prepare fee proposals and manage project budgets.

Skills

Highway design knowledge

Drainage systems knowledge

Project management

Client/stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Chartered Civil Engineer or Incorporated Engineer

Tools

Autodesk Civils 3D

Bentley OpenRoads Designer

InfoDrainage

PDS

Job description

A global engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Engineer for its Roads team in the North West. This position involves leading technical delivery of highway consultancy services, managing projects through all stages of the project life-cycle, and developing client relationships. Ideal candidates will possess relevant knowledge in highway design and drainage systems, have strong project management skills, and be a Chartered or Incorporated Engineer. The role offers an opportunity to work within a talented team committed to making a positive impact.