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Job title: Highways Design Engineer Type: Contract Location: UK wide Salary: Dependent on experience, skills, and location An introduction to our unique company… Waterman Aspen welcomes engineers and technical specialists to make their mark by working on some of the biggest infrastructure projects or in delivering professional services across the UK. We specialise in secondment services, providing the right people, with the right skills for the job, at the right time. Our diverse client base includes local authorities, consultancies, public bodies, and construction companies. We take pride in supporting our colleagues throughout their careers. We’re a people-centric organisation, placing mutual respect and dignity in the highest regard. This is reflected in our approach to issues such as mental health and wellbeing, family friendly policies, social value, and net zero. We’re a Disability Confident Employer and an accredited Real Living Wage Employer. We have big ambitions for the future, and we’d love for you to be part of it. Your career with Waterman Aspen… You’ll get all the benefits of being employed by us, while working on a variety of projects for our clients. Joining Waterman Aspen as Highways Design Engineer will see you as a key member of the London North team and you can expect: • A varied client base where you can apply and develop your skills, • Buy-in from clients to assist in your technical progression, • Further exposure to your chosen industry - increasing your awareness, knowledge and sharpening your skills, • The flexibility to broaden your horizons with each new secondment, without changing your employer, • Career development and training to reach your professional or academic qualification goals supported by our own network of mentors and managers, • Paid subscription to a professional body of your choice, • Regular social events and volunteering opportunities Experience required… • Design and construction experience in highways, • commercial awareness, • Working knowledge of Local Authority and national design standards and contracts, • Working knowledge of CDM (Construction Design Management) regulations, • Ability to contribute to engineering projects with values exceeding £1m from initiation through to completion with support of a senior engineer., • Computer literate particularly Microsoft Excel and Word, • Experience of the NEC suite of contract documents, • Knowledge of highway design guidance and standards including DMRB, Manual for Streets, LTN 1/20, TSRGD, MCHW and other relevant codes of practice and design standards, • Ability to compile specifications and Bills of Quantities (BoQ), • Proficient in AutoCAD (Civil 3D experience would be advantageous) Essential: • Educated to HND or degree level in civil engineering BEng/Meng (or equivalent), • Hold or be working towards an appropriate professional qualification (IEng / CEng etc).

A minimum of 5+ years of consultancy experience Ready to make your application Please do read through the description at least once before clicking on Apply. A degree or HND in Civil Engineering Incorporated Engineer (IEng) [or working towards] with the Institution of Civil Engineers Drainage Design experience (including SuDS) Experienced user of InfoDrainage, Causeway Flow, or MicroDrainage Experienced in the preparation of technical reports (I.e. Flood Risk Assessments) Proficient in AutoCAD and Site 3D or equivalent 3D software Civil Engineering project management experience including projects combining drainage, external works and highways elements Experience in client management Representing the company at in-person and virtual project meetings Desirable: Line management experience Highways design experience (S278, S38) Experience working on development projects Experience preparing fee proposals Varied experience working on schemes through the planning process from pre-app through to condition discharge Business development experience Role Specific Requirements Work within a Civil Engineering design team responsible for the design of drainage systems, highway layouts, and S278/S38 schemes Work in a design office, with regular exposure to developers, architects and local authorities Undertake and manage team resource for design work for: Drainage systems in accordance with Sewers for Adoption, building regulations and the SuDS Manual On and off-site highway features, in accordance with the xrnqpay appropriate standards and codes e.g. Design Manual for Roads and Bridges, and Manual for Streets Proficient in AutoCAD and Site 3D or equivalent 3D software Have knowledge of and willing to learn other engineering software Representing the company at in-person and virtual project meetings Mentoring and training of junior staff Line management experience including undertaking of appraisals, identification of training and ensuring performance of junior team members

Principal Civil Engineer Location: Fareham, Hampshire The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below. Hours: Monday to Friday, Flexible Opportunity with Core Hours Required Salary: Competitive Holiday: 32 days including bank holidays, Increasing with length of service. Sector: Civil Engineering Our client is a well-established, multi-disciplinary consultancy specialising in transport planning, travel planning, and civil and structural engineering services. The business has grown steadily in recent years and now operates across the UK, supporting both public and private sector clients on a wide range of development and infrastructure projects. They are known for delivering practical, high-quality solutions from early feasibility through to detailed design and project delivery, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and client-focused outcomes. With an experienced and technically strong team, the company provides end-to-end support, combining commercial awareness with in-depth knowledge of current legislation and industry standards. Our client places a strong emphasis on communication, long-term relationships, and continuous improvement, underpinned by their core values of customer focus, openness, results, and excellence. They have built a solid reputation for delivering reliable and innovative engineering solutions that enable successful development across a diverse portfolio of projects nationwide. Position Duties • Lead and manage civil engineering projects across drainage, highways, and external works from planning through to construction, • Oversee and coordinate design teams, including mentoring, appraising, and developing junior staff, • Plan, allocate, and control resources to ensure efficient project delivery and team performance, • Produce and review engineering designs, reports, and drawings in line with relevant standards and regulations, • Collaborate with clients, local authorities, developers, architects, and sub-consultants, • Manage project budgets, costs, and fee proposals while maintaining commercial awareness, • Ensure compliance with quality management systems, best practice, and continuous improvement processes, • Identify and manage design risks, ensuring health, safety, and sustainability are embedded in all projects, • Attend client meetings and site visits, maintaining strong professional relationships and communication, • Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng) [working towards CEng] with the Institution of Civil Engineers, • A degree or HND in Civil Engineering, • Background in collaborating with local authorities, developers, and architects on the civil engineering aspects of various schemes, • Consultancy experience is essential for this position, • Project management experience in civil engineering, covering schemes that integrate drainage, external works, and highways elements, • Experience with the design of on- and off-site highway features, in accordance with relevant standards and guidance (e.g. Design Manual for Roads and Bridges, Manual for Streets), • Previous experience in delivering drainage designs, highway layouts, and S278/S38 schemes, • Skilled in the use of AutoCAD and Site 3D, or equivalent 3D design software, • A thorough understanding of Sewers for Adoption, building regulations, and the SuDS Manual, • 5-hour workdays with flexible working hours, with a core hour requirement allowing for lifestyle and work life balance, • 24 days annual leave, increasing with length of service plus 8 bank holidays, • Day off on your birthday if it falls on a working day, • One community or charity day a year to allow you to support the person projects you love, • Salary sacrifice scheme with the opportunity to purchase or sell annual leave days., • Christmas shut down, • Quarterly and yearly bonus schemes, offering the potential to earn more, • Private healthcare upon completion of probation period

Bennett & Game are representing a fast-growing and award-winning Civil, Structural and Transport Planning consultancy. They are looking to employ a Principal and Senior Civil Engineer to join their expanding team. With a diverse client base ranging from local businesses to national housebuilders, commercial developers, regional contractors and local authorities, this is a role that promises genuine variety and responsibility. Not sure what skills you will need for this opportunity Simply read the full description below to get a complete picture of candidate requirements. Their work covers a broad range of sectors including residential, commercial and care-related developments, with involvement in large-scale schemes in the South of England. They contribute civil engineering input to planning stages and the design of associated on- and off-site infrastructure. The role offers exposure to complex projects from early feasibility through to delivery, within a consultancy environment that values technical quality, professional development and collaborative working. Salary & Benefits • Competitive salary - dependent on experience., • Quarterly bonus scheme of up to 10% of annual salary, with overage bonus if company targets are exceeded., • 5% employer pension contribution (Standard Life)., • Private healthcare through Vitality, including active rewards., • 24 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with your birthday off if it falls during the working week., • Holiday buy & sell scheme - purchase up to 5 extra days, sell up to 4., • Flexible hours (8am-6pm, core 10am-4pm) with the option of up to 2 days home working per week., • Funded professional membership., • Regular CPD, internal/external training and mentoring opportunities., • Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential support., • One annual paid community/charity day., • As a Principal or Senior Civil Engineer, you will:, • Work within a design team delivering drainage systems, highway layouts and S278/S38 schemes., • Undertake and manage resources for the design of:, • Drainage systems (Sewers for Adoption, building regulations, SuDS Manual)., • On- and off-site highways (DMRB, Manual for Streets)., • Manage civil engineering projects from planning through to detailed design, covering drainage, highways and external works., • Prepare fee proposals and manage project budgets., • Produce and review technical reports, designs and drawings, ensuring quality standards., • Use AutoCAD and 3D design software (Site 3D or equivalent) with willingness to expand into other packages., • Attend client meetings and site visits, liaising with developers, architects and local authorities., • Mentor and train junior staff, reviewing their outputs and supporting professional development., • Share knowledge and provide support across regional offices and departments., • Degree or HND in Civil Engineering., • Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or working towards with the ICE., • Minimum 5 years' experience in consultancy., • Experience with local authorities, developers and architects across residential, commercial and care/retirement schemes., • Varied experience delivering projects through the planning process (pre-app to condition discharge)., • Strong project management skills, particularly across drainage, highways and external works., • Proficiency in AutoCAD and 3D design software (Site 3D or equivalent)., • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Highway Engineer Overview: My client in the North East is seeking an Highway Engineer to provide technical leadership across a varied programme of highway schemes. Requirements: ·Proven experience as a Highway Engineer with strong design expertise. Background in the design of highway maint

Principal Operational Highway Engineer Overview: Our client in the North East is seeking an experienced Principal Highways Engineer to lead the operational delivery of highways maintenance and civil engineering services. Key Responsibilities: ·Lead the operational delivery of highways and

A local government authority in Solihull is looking for an experienced Highway Management Engineer to oversee the safe operation of local roads and footpaths. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders and requires a level 4 qualification in Engineering or substantial experience in c

A leading consultancy in engineering seeks a Consultant / Senior Highway Engineer to join their growing Highways Engineering team in London.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering, 8+ years of experience, and will take part in design delivery, project coordination, and mentoring junior engineers. An established independent engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join their Civils team in the Uni

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Drainage Design Engineer to join their team in Greater London. In this role, you will work on exciting projects in highway drainage and flood alleviation, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery.

A leading engineering consultancy is looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer in London or Bristol. Suitable candidates should possess a degree in Civil Engineering, along with over 5 years of experience in a consultancy environment and proficiency in relevant engineering software. This full-tim

SLR have a fantastic new opportunity for a Senior Civil Engineer with demonstrable consultancy experience of S278 in a general infrastructure background to join our collaborative and growing Transport Engineering team. We are looking for an Engineer with consulting experience around the design and m

Experience in maintenance and highway engineering. If you have the relevant skills and experience in highway engineering and are ready for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. Our client is currently seeking a Senior Highway Engineer (Asset Management) to join their team in Bournemouth.

A progressive local authority is seeking a Highway Engineer to play a crucial role in delivering highway schemes from concept to completion.

A leading engineering and professional services firm is seeking an Associate Highway Engineer to join their Liveable Places team in Greater London. Ideal candidates will hold a civil engineering degree and have experience in transportation and project management.

A leading infrastructure design consultancy in Greater London is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead the technical delivery of highways and drainage designs. Key qualifications include strong experience in highways design, proficiency in design software, and excellent communication skills.

Senior Civil/Highways Engineer. Ideally, we are ideally looking for an all-rounder, comfortable with highway design and willing to learn some drainage design, encompassing projects both within the public highway and on-site. Our client is a well known, multi disciplinary design consultancy who are s

A leading engineering consultancy in Greater London is seeking a Highway Engineer / Transport Planner to contribute to sustainable transport solutions. You will need solid knowledge in highway design and planning, along with proficiency in Civil 3D or AutoCAD.

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Highway Engineer to oversee key maintenance projects in Bournemouth. Candidates should have extensive experience in highway engineering, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a strong track record of project delivery. This role i

A degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience within a highway design role. We are looking to appoint a Senior Highway Engineer into our WSP Local Government team. Reporting into the Infrastructure Improvements Team Lead, you will provide highways design and consultancy services as part of

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Site Engineer specializing in Civil/Highway projects across the UK.

Our focus is on highway safety, and this encompasses both Highway and Traffic Engineering ensuring our roads are efficiently designed, managed, remain safe and meet legal standards. These posts are an opportunity to be at the heart of shaping the strength and safety of the highway environment in Cal

A leading engineering consultancy seeks an experienced Highway Design Engineer for a contract role based in Bournemouth. The position involves designing and implementing highway improvement projects, supporting the Capital Highways Improvements Programme, and ensuring compliance with relevant standa

The role will offer an interesting and varied workload – from major strategic highways projects such as Smart Motorways through to a diverse range of small and medium local authority highways infrastructure improvement schemes. Manage graduate engineers and technicians to deliver work packages coo

A leading engineering consultancy is looking for a Senior Engineer to join their Structural and Geotechnical Engineering Team. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering degree, experience in inspection and design of highway structures, and familiarity with key design software. This role f

The Design team includes a range of grades from Team Lead, Principal Engineer, Senior, Engineer, Graduate, Technician and Apprentices. To support the Principal Engineer to manage the design team and deliver a range of highway and transportation schemes. Working in a supportive environment, you'll be

A leading consultancy firm in the UK is seeking a Highway Engineer to join its Transport Engineering team.

A local government agency in the United Kingdom is seeking an Engineer for Asset Management to ensure continued funding and effective planning of infrastructure projects. The role involves analyzing highway conditions, making data-driven recommendations, and exploring innovative maintenance solution

A local authority organization in the East Midlands seeks a Group Engineer to help shape future highway services by developing procurement strategies and overseeing high-value contracts.

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Highway Engineer to tackle exciting projects in North London. You will be responsible for developing and implementing highway schemes while ensuring the maintenance of critical infrastructure. If you're ready for a new challenge and have a passion

A local authority in Greater London is looking for a Senior Engineer to manage the design team and deliver various highway and transportation projects. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical highway design skills and experience in local authority settings, contributing effectively to comm

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a proactive Highway Design Engineer to produce innovative designs for various infrastructure projects. This role requires a strong technical background in highway and drainage design, proficiency in software such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D, and a minimum

Joining Waterman Aspen as a Highway Engineer will see you as a key member of the North East team and you can expect:. Waterman Aspen welcomes engineers and technical specialists to make their mark by working on some of the biggest infrastructure projects or in delivering professional services across

Delivery of a wide variety of civil engineering projects, such as highway, rail, infrastructure and site development schemes. WSP are seeking Drainage Engineers at all grades who specialise in Water, Drainage and Environmental Engineering for transportation infrastructure projects to expand the grow

Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil Engineering, experience in highway design, and proficiency in software such as AutoCAD and Civil3D. A leading engineering and professional services firm in London is seeking a Civil Engineer to join their Roads business. The role involves preparing design

Bedfordshire, Birmingham, Buckinghamshire, East Midlands, Midlands, Milton Keynes We are currently seeking a Site Engineer to work for a main Civil Contractor who works across the UK specializing a variety of civil/Highway engineering sectors with a primary focus of Highway based projects. Time prov

A civil engineering consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking a Highway Design Engineer to support a range of transport and infrastructure projects. The role involves designing and delivering highway schemes, conducting feasibility assessments, and liaising with various stakeholders. The ideal ca

A progressive local authority in Greater London is seeking a motivated Senior Engineer to manage design teams and deliver highway schemes. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in highway design, alongside experience working within a local authority.

As a Senior or Principal Engineer within the Development Management Implementation (DMI) team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering highways and transport services under a long-term Professional Services Contract with Hertfordshire County Council. Acting as a key interface between stakeholders

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking Senior or Principal Highway Engineers to join their Liveable Places team. Ideal candidates will have a Civil Engineering degree, experience in design and project management, and strong communication skills.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Highway Engineer (Maintenance) to join our client's team in Bournemouth, working on key highway maintenance projects across the region. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in highway engineering, with proven experience in leading mainten

The Highway Management team forms part of the wider Highway Management Group, which also delivers Sustainable Travel, Parking and Enforcement, Urban Traffic Control, and Highway Permitting services—helping us maintain one of the best-performing highway networks in the country. HNC) or above in Eng