Senior Highway Engineer

Matchtech; Winsford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to join the Design Services Team, leading highway and civil engineering schemes across Cheshire. You will manage delivery from concept to completion on projects up to £5 million and mentor junior engineers to build technical capability.

In this role you will provide technical leadership, supervise design, planning and programme delivery, and collaborate with internal teams, consultants and external partners to ensure compliant, high-quality

Qualifications

• Civil engineering qualification (HNC/HND or degree) is required.
• Membership of a relevant professional institution.
• Experience in highway design and related legislation.
• Strong knowledge of highway law, procedures and standards.
• Experience with Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis of complex engineering challenges and develop effective, compliant solutions.
• Deliver high standards of professional and technical excellence across highway engineering projects.
• Manage the design, planning, programming and delivery of multidisciplinary schemes.
• Monitor project performance, ensuring budgets, programmes and quality targets are achieved.
• Provide professional advice and technical guidance to councillors, stakeholders and members of the public.
• Collaborate with internal teams, consultants, contractors and external partners to successfully deliver programmes of work.
• Support the Team Leader and deputise when required.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, helping to build technical capability within the team.

Skills

Highway design knowledge

Project management

Team mentorship

Regulatory compliance

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering

Membership of a professional institution

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer to join their Design Services Team, leading the delivery of highway and civil engineering schemes across Cheshire.

Working on a diverse portfolio of projects valued up to £5 million, including cycle improvement schemes, junction upgrades and public realm projects, you will play a key role in delivering innovative, high-quality and compliant engineering solutions that enhance local communities and infrastructure.

As a Senior Engineer, you will provide technical leadership, oversee project delivery from concept through to completion, and support the development of engineers within the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis of complex engineering challenges and develop effective, compliant solutions.
• Deliver high standards of professional and technical excellence across highway engineering projects.
• Manage the design, planning, programming and delivery of multidisciplinary schemes.
• Monitor project performance, ensuring budgets, programmes and quality targets are achieved.
• Provide professional advice and technical guidance to councillors, stakeholders and members of the public.
• Collaborate with internal teams, consultants, contractors and external partners to successfully deliver programmes of work.
• Support the Team Leader and deputise when required.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, helping to build technical capability within the team.

About You

• HNC/HND or Degree qualification in Civil Engineering.
• Membership of a relevant professional institution.
• Demonstrable experience in highway design and associated legislation.
• Strong knowledge of highway law, procedures and standards.
• Experience working with Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience managing project costs, programmes and delivery performance.
• A full UK driving licence.

What's on Offer

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking team delivering impactful highway and infrastructure projects across Cheshire. You will have the chance to work on a varied portfolio of schemes, contribute to the development of colleagues, and play a key role in shaping the region's transport and public realm infrastructure