Are you a talented Senior Civil Engineer looking for your next exciting opportunity? We're recruiting on behalf of an established infrastructure team that is seeking an all-rounder to help tackle a growing workload of highways projects. This role offers the chance to work on a mix of public highway and on-site projects, with a focus on highway design and the opportunity to learn drainage design.
If you're looking for a role where you can work both independently and alongside junior engineers, contribute to high-profile projects, and develop your skills, this could be a fantastic opportunity for you. Our client works with private developers, public bodies, and contractors, so you'll get exposure to a wide range of projects in a supportive and dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
·Work on a variety of highway design and drainage design projects, ensuring high standards and timely delivery
·Take instruction from senior team members while working independently or leading junior staff
·Manage multiple projects, providing technical guidance and ensuring compliance with relevant guidelines and standards
·Be involved in project proposals, ongoing project management, and deliver projects within budget
·Attend client meetings and represent the company in a client-facing role
·Actively contribute to improving the skills and knowledge of junior team members
Key Requirements:
To succeed in this role, you will need:
·At least 5 years of experience working in a UK consultancy, particularly in highway and drainage design
·Proficiency in industry-standard software such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D
·A solid understanding of highway design standards and guidelines, including DMRB and local authority guidelines
·Excellent multitasking skills with the ability to manage a portfolio of projects
·Strong communication skills to work effectively with design teams, clients, and contractors
·Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
·Chartered status, or working towards chartership, is welcomed but not essential
Specific Experience:
You should have technical experience in several aspects of civil engineering design, including:
·Section 278 / 38 Highway Designs
·Designing residential estate roads and commercial/industrial access
·Ground Modelling and earthworks design
·Pavement design
·Liaising with planning authorities, statutory undertakers, and National Highways
·Multidisciplinary design delivery
Knowledge of Site3D, Infodrainage, flood risk assessments, sustainable urban drainage strategies (SuDS), and foul and storm water drainage is beneficial, though not essential
