Principal Highway Engineer
- Posted 26 September 2024
- Salary £54k - 58k per year
- LocationScotland
- Job type Permanent - Full Time
- Discipline Highways, Transport & Infrastructure
- ReferenceJO0000053888
- Contact NameEve Armstrong
Job description
Principal Highway Engineer
Our client is looking for a Principal Highway Engineer to join their team across Scotland. They are one of the UK's leading engineering consultancies, delivering high-quality design and engineering services across a wide range of sectors. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects, ranging from local transport improvements to large-scale infrastructure works.
As a Principal Highway Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, management, and delivery of highway projects, contributing to the improvement and maintenance of the region's road network. You will work on a variety of projects, including new highway designs, road safety improvements, and the maintenance of existing infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities of the role:
·Develop and prepare highway designs for new and existing roads, ensuring they meet client specifications, industry standards, and safety regulations.
·Manage and coordinate highway engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
·Work closely with multidisciplinary teams including civil engineers, environmental consultants, and transport planners to deliver integrated solutions.
·Provide technical advice and support to clients and colleagues on highway engineering matters, including traffic management, drainage, and pavement design.
·Conduct site inspections and assessments to inform the design process and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.
·Prepare and review technical reports, drawings, and specifications following relevant guidelines and client requirements.
·Liaise with local authorities, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and successful project outcomes.
·Ensure all designs and projects comply with relevant legislation, including health and safety standards and environmental regulations.
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Key requirements of the role:
·Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
·Proven experience in highway engineering, including design, construction, and project management.
·Proficiency in relevant software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar design tools.
·Knowledge of highway design standards, including DMRB (Design Manual for Roads and Bridges) and local authority specifications.
·Strong understanding of UK health and safety legislation, CDM regulations, and environmental considerations.
·Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to work on complex engineering challenges.
·Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for client and team interactions.
·Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards chartership with a recognized institution (e.g., ICE or CIHT).
Benefits include:
·Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
·Flexible working arrangements.
·The chance to work on high-impact infrastructure projects across Scotland.
·A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values innovation and sustainability.
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Eve Armstrong at Carrington West on 023 9387 6062 for more information.
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