Highway / Infrastructure Design Engineer

NegotiableManchester, EnglandPermanentHighway / Infrastructure Design EngineerLocation: Manchester or London Our client is looking to appoint a Highway / Infrastructure Design Engineer or Senior Highway / Infrastructure Design Engineer to join its growing Engineering Design team.

Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of highway, active travel and infrastructure projects, supporting schemes from initial concept through to detailed design and construction.

Working within a multi-disciplinary transport and infrastructure team, you will play a key role in delivering innovative and sustainable engineering solutions across a broad range of sectors. Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop highway and infrastructure designs from concept stage through to detailed design.

Prepare and coordinate Section 278 and Section 38 highway approval submissions. Undertake highway and active travel design in accordance with DMRB, Manual for Streets, LTN 1/20 and other relevant standards. Produce drainage strategies and infrastructure design solutions.

Utilise AutoCAD, Civil 3D and associated design software to deliver technical outputs. Collaborate with clients, local authorities and internal stakeholders throughout project delivery. Contribute to technical documentation, reports and design submissions.

Ensure projects are delivered to agreed timescales, budgets and quality standards. Senior-Level ResponsibilitiesFor candidates applying at Senior level, additional responsibilities will include: Leading the delivery of complex highway and infrastructure projects.

Managing project programmes, resources and budgets. Mentoring and developing junior engineers. Providing technical leadership and quality assurance. Supporting business development activities and client relationship management.

Driving innovation and continuous improvement within design processes. RequirementsExperience delivering highway and infrastructure design projects within the UK.Knowledge of Section 278 and Section 38 agreements. Understanding of relevant industry standards including DMRB, Manual for Streets and LTN 1/20.Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Membership of CIHT, ICE or a similar professional institution. Desirable ExperienceActive travel scheme design. Drainage and infrastructure design. BIM and Common Data Environment (CDE) experience.

Road Safety Audits and inspections. Chartered status (or working towards chartership) for Senior-level applicants. What's on OfferCompetitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Private medical and dental cover.

Enhanced pension contribution. Annual profit-sharing scheme. Strong commitment to professional development and training. Clear pathway for career progression. Opportunity to work within a collaborative and employee-focused environment delivering high-profile transport and infrastructure projects.

This opportunity would suit an Engineer or Senior Engineer looking to develop their career within a highly respected consultancy working on challenging highway, active travel and infrastructure projects across the UK.

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