Senior Highway Engineer - Flexible, Impactful Design Lead

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Lewes; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Lewes is seeking a Senior Highway Engineer to join their Local Government team. This role involves leading highway design projects, ensuring compliance with technical standards, and mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering, experience in highway design, and proficiency in relevant design software. This position offers flexible working arrangements and the chance to impact local communities positively.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of highway design and drainage systems.
• Experience with design codes and contract documentation.
• Ability to check and use relevant design software.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of highway designs on projects.
• Ensure projects meet budget, technical standards, and legal requirements.
• Mentor junior staff in professional development.
• Support project managers with planning and cost estimation.

Skills

Passion for design

Innovative problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Chartered Engineer or working towards IEng/CEng

Tools

Autodesk Civils 3D

Bentley OpenRoads Designer

InfoDrainage

PDS

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy in Lewes is seeking a Senior Highway Engineer to join their Local Government team. This role involves leading highway design projects, ensuring compliance with technical standards, and mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering, experience in highway design, and proficiency in relevant design software. This position offers flexible working arrangements and the chance to impact local communities positively.