Our client is an independent transport planning and infrastructure consultancy working across the UK and internationally. The business is seeking a Senior or Principal Engineer to join its London-based Infrastructure team, supporting development infrastructure projects from early feasibility and planning through to detailed design, technical approval and delivery. This is a permanent, hybrid role with an expectation of working from the London office at least three days each week.
The Role:
This hands-on technical position is suited to an experienced civil engineer with strong expertise in highways, drainage and development infrastructure. Depending on experience, the role will involve leading technical delivery on projects or managing small to medium-sized commissions while supporting larger schemes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Designing and delivering highways and development infrastructure, including Section 278 works and associated highway improvements
- Preparing highway vertical alignments, pavement designs, swept path assessments, calculations and design drawings in accordance with relevant standards
- Preparing drainage strategies and detailed drainage designs, including consideration of flood risk assessment requirements
- Reviewing utilities constraints and preparing information for Statutory Undertakers diversion estimate processes
- Producing technical reports, design notes and submissions, including contributions to Road Safety Audit responses
- Liaising with clients, approving authorities, co-professionals and internal colleagues to provide clear technical advice
- Preparing fee proposals and tender documents while supporting client and co-professional relationships
- Managing workloads, project deadlines, health and safety requirements and continuing professional development
At Principal Engineer level, responsibilities will also include managing projects through the full lifecycle, coordinating and delegating work, controlling project time and fees, supporting timely billing and taking responsibility for the profitability of designated projects.
Job Requirements:
- BEng, MEng or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
- Experience within an engineering or transport planning consultancy working on development-related infrastructure
- Detailed knowledge of highway design, including vertical alignment, pavement design and relevant national design guidance and standards
- Experience in drainage strategies, drainage design, flood risk considerations and utilities constraints
- Good understanding of national, regional and local planning policy relevant to development infrastructure
- Competent use of relevant highway, drainage and infrastructure design software, with a high level of technical proficiency expected at Principal Engineer level
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to analyse complex information and prepare robust technical recommendations
- Working towards Chartered or Incorporated status with a relevant professional institution
Applicants seeking appointment at Principal Engineer level should be able to independently manage small to medium-sized projects, delegate effectively, manage project profitability and contribute to client relationships and new business opportunities. Senior Engineer applicants should be ready to take greater technical responsibility, provide sound advice and support the successful delivery of projects.
Benefits:
- Company pension scheme
- Annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy and sell leave
- Long service leave
- Healthcare, insurance and lifestyle benefits
- Professional development and support towards relevant professional qualifications
- Training and career development opportunities
- Regular company and team events
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
If you are an experienced civil engineer with expertise in S278 highways, drainage and development infrastructure, this is an excellent opportunity to progress your technical, project management and client-facing responsibilities within a growing consultancy. Apply now to join our client's Infrastructure team in London.