Lead Highways Design Engineer

Amey Lg Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK seeks a Principal Engineer for its Consulting Highways team. The role involves leading design projects, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have significant highways design experience, project management capabilities, and a Chartered status. This offers a hybrid work model and an opportunity to contribute to major civil engineering projects across Scotland.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Generous pension scheme

Health cash plan

Community involvement days

Discounts on shopping and services

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Highways design and delivery, likely in a Senior Engineer position.
• Ability to develop technically sound engineering solutions under relevant standards.
• Experience with management of health, safety, and welfare regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical teams on road design projects.
• Manage project portfolios ensuring commercial success.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders at senior levels.

Skills

Highways design expertise

Project management

Health and safety compliance

Technical leadership

Analytical tools proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Incorporated or Chartered Engineer Status

Tools

Civil engineering design software

DMRB standards

Job description

A leading engineering firm in the UK seeks a Principal Engineer for its Consulting Highways team. The role involves leading design projects, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have significant highways design experience, project management capabilities, and a Chartered status. This offers a hybrid work model and an opportunity to contribute to major civil engineering projects across Scotland.