Senior Highway Engineer

Waterman Aspen; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy based in the UK is seeking a Senior Highway Engineer to join their Yorkshire & Humber team. The role involves managing highways projects and ensuring successful delivery from inception to completion. Candidates should have solid experience in highway design principles and be proficient in AutoCAD and Civil 3D. Further, excellent communication skills are essential for client interaction. The company offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Contribution to commuting mileage

Permanent health insurance

25 days annual leave

Company pension contribution

Volunteer day

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading and managing highways projects from conception to completion.
• In-depth knowledge of highway design principles and standards.
• Ability to prepare detailed reports and documentation.

Skills

Highway design principles

Use of AutoCAD

Use of Civil 3D

Communication skills

Report writing

Education

HNC, HND, BEng, BSc, MEng, MSc or equivalent in a relevant discipline

Job description

You’ll get all the benefits of being employed by us, while working on a variety of projects for our clients. Joining Waterman Aspen as a Senior Highway Engineer will see you as a key member of the Yorkshire & Humber team and you can expect :

• A varied client base where you can apply and develop your skills
• Buy-in from clients to assist in your technical progression
• Further exposure to your chosen industry – increasing your awareness, knowledge and sharpening your skills
• The flexibility to broaden your horizons with each new secondment, without changing your employer
• Career development and training to reach your professional or academic qualification goals supported by our own network of mentors and managers
• Paid subscription to a professional body of your choice
• Regular social events and volunteering opportunities

Experience required…

Essential :

• UK Experience within a public, private or third sector UK based client.
• Proven experience in leading and managing a range of Highways projects from conception to completion.
• Involvement in the full project lifecycle, including budget / finance control and progress reporting.
• In-depth knowledge of highway design principles, standards and practices including alignment, grading, drainage, and pavement design.
• Skilled user of design software such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with clients, Elected Members, stakeholders and team members / colleagues.
• Ability to prepare detailed reports, documentation and presentations.
• Understanding and appreciation of CDM regulations.
• HNC, HND, BEng, BSc, MEng, MSc or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• A full UK driving licence is essential.

Desirable :

• Work towards professional qualification (IEng / CEng) with the ICE / IHE / CIHT or similar.

You’ll get this and so much more…

As a salaried colleague, you’ll get a salary in line with your experience, skills and location along with an industry-leading benefits package :

• Company car or car allowance
• Contribution to commuting mileage
• Permanent health insurance
• 25 days annual leave (option to buy up to 5 more), in addition to the normal public holidays (based on a 40 hour week, pro rata for part-time colleagues)
• Company pension contribution
• Salary sacrifice to buy additional benefits
• 1 paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day to volunteer in your local community