Principal Highway Design Lead – Maintenance & Improvements

Carrington West; North East; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the North East of England seeks a Principal Highway Engineer to provide senior technical leadership on highway maintenance and improvement projects. The ideal candidate will have proven highway design expertise, experience in leading technical projects, and a strong knowledge of CDM regulations. Responsibilities include overseeing engineering designs, ensuring compliance, and mentoring junior staff. This role promises a dynamic work environment and involvement in significant civil engineering projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Highway Engineer with strong design expertise.
• Extensive background in highway maintenance and improvement schemes.
• Ability to support and develop junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical design and delivery of the highway maintenance and improvement programme.
• Produce and oversee detailed engineering designs using AutoCAD.
• Ensure all designs meet CDM 2015 requirements.

Skills

Highway design expertise

AutoCAD proficiency

CDM regulations knowledge

Mentoring abilities

Education

HNC/HND in Civil Engineering

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy in the North East of England seeks a Principal Highway Engineer to provide senior technical leadership on highway maintenance and improvement projects. The ideal candidate will have proven highway design expertise, experience in leading technical projects, and a strong knowledge of CDM regulations. Responsibilities include overseeing engineering designs, ensuring compliance, and mentoring junior staff. This role promises a dynamic work environment and involvement in significant civil engineering projects.