Senior Design Engineer

Overview:
We are currently working in partnership with a well-established Tier 1 highways contractor on an exciting opportunity for a Senior Design Engineer to join their growing in-house design team. This is a fantastic chance to play a key role in the delivery of major infrastructure projects across the UK.

As Senior Design Engineer, you’ll lead the development of highway designs across a portfolio of maintenance and capital works schemes, acting as the technical point of contact between internal teams, clients, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

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Lead the design process on a range of highways projects from feasibility through to detailed design and construction support.

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Produce and review detailed highway designs, drawings, calculations, and technical documentation in accordance with DMRB and other relevant standards.

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Oversee junior engineers and ensure quality control across all design outputs.

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Liaise with project managers, site teams, local authorities, and statutory bodies to ensure effective communication and delivery.

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Provide input to design programmes, risk assessments, and cost plans.

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Support the development of innovative and sustainable design solutions.

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Conduct site visits and inspections where required.

Requirements:

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Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.

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Chartered or working toward Chartership (ICE or similar).

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Extensive experience in highways engineering and design (local authority or strategic road network).

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Strong knowledge of DMRB, CDM Regulations, and relevant highway design standards.

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Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MX, or OpenRoads.

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Excellent communication and leadership skills.

If interested please apply now and contact Luke Thompson for more information