Principal Highways Design Engineer

This pivotal role will focus on developing and delivering a wide range of highway and transport infrastructure projects, all aimed at improving mobility and promoting sustainable travel within Bedfordshire.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and contribute towards developing the design and delivery for a wide range of highway improvement and traffic engineering schemes in both urban and rural settings.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, commercial teams, and construction units to plan and implement schemes from start to finish within budget and programme.
• Consult with a range of internal and external stakeholders at all stages of scheme development.
• Ensure that relevant national and local standards are applied to deliver cost-effective and high-quality solutions.
• Mentor and guide trainee and graduate engineers within the team.

Job Requirements:

• Proven track record in delivering highways and transport design projects as part of a professional engineering team.
• Working knowledge of Design Manual for Roads, Manual for Streets, and Specifications for Highway Works.
• Experience with active travel projects and an understanding of Local Transport Note 1/20.
• Proficiency in design software, including Autodesk packages Civils 3D and AutoCAD.
• Site-based highways experience for an understanding of buildability, traffic management, and construction programming (desirable).
• A relevant Degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification, or a Foundation Degree/HNC/HND with significant post-qualification experience.
• Active pursuit of Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status with the Institution of Civil Engineers or an equivalent professional body.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach.
• Ability to prioritise workload efficiently and work with minimal supervision.

Benefits:

• 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Generous pension scheme and life assurance
• Company car/car allowance and fuel card
• Wellbeing hub and employee benefits portal, including cycle to work scheme and shopping discounts
• Professional body membership fees
• Group-wide career development opportunities

If you are a seasoned Highways Design Engineer looking to lead impactful projects and contribute to the enhancement of transport infrastructure, we invite you to apply now to join our client's forward-thinking team.