Senior Civil Engineer (Highways / Drainage)

Additional Resources; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded consultancy in the UK seeks an Associate Civil Engineer to lead infrastructure design focused on highways and drainage. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of UK highway experience and is skilled in technical assessments and design software. This role offers a competitive salary, 25 days annual leave, and private medical cover.

Benefits

25 Days annual leave

Life insurance

Income Protection

Private medical cover

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee mentoring programme

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in UK highway and infrastructure projects.
• Experience in preparing highways and drainage designs.
• Understanding of Section 38, Section 278, Section 102/104.

Responsibilities

• Design technical solutions for highways and drainage systems.
• Manage projects for quality delivery on time.
• Review technical documents and guide junior staff.

Skills

Project management

Technical assessment

Design software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D)

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Chartered Engineer status (CEng)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Drainage design packages

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate Civil Engineer (Highways / Drainage) to join a well-regarded consultancy known for delivering innovative and sustainable transport planning solutions.

As an Associate Civil Engineer, you will be responsible for leading infrastructure design work, focusing on highways and drainage schemes, while managing projects and supporting wider teams.

This role offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Design technical solutions for highway and drainage systems to support S104, S38, and S278 applications.
• Perform a range of technical assessments for new developments.
• Provide guidance and technical explanations to junior staff and clients.
• Review technical documents, reports, and drawings produced by junior team members.
• Present technical information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage projects to ensure high-quality delivery on time and to specification.
• Regularly update progress and collaborate with Project Managers to coordinate tasks.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations in all project phases.
• Stay up to date with the latest industry trends, best practices, and innovations in civil engineering.

What we are looking for

• Previously worked as an Associate Civil Engineer, Principal Civil Engineer, Senior Civil Engineer, Civil Engineer, Highways Engineer, Highways and Drainage Engineer, Drainage Engineer, Senior Drainage Engineer, Drainage Design Engineer, Highway Design Engineer, Design Engineer or in a similar role.
• At least 10 years of experience in UK highway and infrastructure projects, from feasibility to delivery.
• Experience in preparing highways and drainage designs.
• Understanding of Section 38, Section 278, Section 102/104 and S185 submissions.
• Degree or higher qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) with ICE or CIHT.
• Technical knowledge of DMRB, MCHW, Manual for Streets, LTN 1/20 and other current standards.
• Skilled in software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D and drainage design packages.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Right to work in the UK.

What's on offer

• Competitive salary
• 25 Days annual leave
• Life insurance
• Income Protection
• Private medical cover
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee mentoring programme

Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

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