Principal Highways Engineer

Mott MacDonald

Bengaluru

On-site

INR 1,800,000 - 2,500,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Critical illness and compassionate leave

Paternity Leave

Group life and medical insurance

Career mobility options

Global employment opportunities

Job summary

A leading global consultancy is seeking a Principal Highways Engineer in Bengaluru, India. The candidate will lead highway and drainage projects, requiring extensive knowledge in highway design and team management. Responsibilities include overseeing project stages, mentoring engineers, and engaging with clients. The ideal applicant will have at least 12 years of experience and familiarity with design software like Civil 3D and AutoCAD. The company offers a flexible working environment and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

12+ years of experience in highway design.
Proven experience in leading a team and managing stakeholder relationships.
Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status of a recognized professional institution would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of engineers and designers.
Provide technical leadership in highway design.
Engage with clients and contractors to address project requirements.

Skills

Highway design

Project management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's or postgraduate degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil 3D

Navisworks

Infraworks

AutoCAD

ProjectWise

Job description

Overview

One of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, Mott MacDonald is a multisector consultancy providing engineering, management, and development services on projects in 150 countries and a global reach spanning six continents. With over 20,000 of the best people working on a diverse range of challenges, we are helping our clients deliver sustainable infrastructure and development solutions. We have a collegiate and collaborative culture that values equality and diversity, and we take proactive steps to create an inclusive workplace.

Our teams take an active part in international infrastructure projects, specializing in bridges, highways, geotechnics, railways, environment, tunnels, and foundations.

We are seeking a Principal Highways Engineer to join our team and take a role in the delivery of highway and drainage projects. Candidate should have good knowledge of highway design, active travel scheme design, highway drainage design, and should be able to apply the latest technology in the market. The scale of our projects ranges from small and bespoke design commissions through to some of the most significant infrastructure projects within the UK and worldwide.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of engineers and designers, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
Oversee all stages of highway projects from conception through completion, ensuring they meet client specifications, budgets, and timelines.
Provide technical leadership in highway design, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices.
Engage with clients, contractors, and public agencies to understand project requirements, communicate progress, and resolve any issues that arise.
You will serve as a technical expert, pioneering the development and application of advanced engineering concepts and strategies to address unique challenges. Your role will involve seeking innovative solutions in the design and implementation of various projects.
You will lead, mentor, and oversee all team members in both technical and project management aspects to ensure successful project delivery, while also supporting their technical and professional growth.
You will engage in internal client communication, monitor budgets for ongoing projects, participate in recruitment efforts, contribute to business development activities, and prepare fee proposals.
You will play a key role in preserving the team's culture and fostering a positive working environment.

Candidate Specification

We are looking for a flexible and motivated professional with a genuine passion and a desire to make a difference in the world.

Qualifications

You will possess a Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree in Civil Engineering, or an equivalent qualification.
Member of recognised institution and working towards chartership would be an advantage.

Essential skills and experience

You should have extensive knowledge and experience in highway design, including road geometry, junction designs, road restraint systems, circulation plans, pavement design, signage, and road markings.
You should have proven experience in successfully leading a team and managing relationships with stakeholders.
You should be adept at directing and verifying the use of relevant design software such as Civil 3D, Open Roads, Infraworks, Navisworks, PDS/Key Line and Sign, AutoCAD, and ProjectWise. Auto-turn/vehicle tracking.
You should have experience in liaising with clients, co-professionals, and design teams.
You should exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.
You should possess effective time management and strong organizational skills.
Willingness to learn new skills and capabilities offered by the organization.
Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status of a recognised professional institution would be an advantage.
12+ years of experience in highway design.
Experience with one of the 3D design software packages: Autodesk Civil3D, Navisworks, Infraworks, alternatively Bentley InRoads/Open Roads.
Strong interpersonal skills supporting collaborative working with colleagues.
Problem-solving attitude with a high level of responsibility for assigned tasks and projects.
Professional and respectful approach towards others.
Familiarity with BIM and common data environment software such as Bentley ProjectWise, Autodesk BIM 360 and/or Microsoft SharePoint would be a plus.
Knowledge of Autodesk Navisworks would be an advantage but not a must.
Experience in managing design teams of different sizes.

Flexible working

At Mott MacDonald, we support our staff to create work-life balance which works for them and welcome candidates looking for career flexibility. We are open to discussing flexible working at interview stage.

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