Highway Engineer
RGB Recruitment
Leamington Spa | £35,000 - £50,000
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Highway Engineer to join a well-established Civil and Structural Engineering Consultancy as they continue to expand their Leamington Spa office. With ambitious growth plans and a strong project pipeline, this is an excellent opportunity to become part of a growing and forward-thinking team.
The consultancy provides a comprehensive range of multidisciplinary services, bringing together Civil and Structural Engineers, Architects, Geotechnical and Geo-Environmental Consultants, Development Planners, and Land & Building Surveyors. Their projects range from small residential developments through to major infrastructure and commercial schemes valued in excess of £30 million.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a motivated Highway Engineer to support the design and delivery of highway and infrastructure projects across a diverse portfolio of developments. Working as part of an experienced engineering team, you will be involved in all stages of project delivery, from initial feasibility and planning through to detailed design and construction.
This role offers excellent exposure to highways design, development infrastructure, and transport-related engineering, providing a fantastic platform for career development and progression.
Key Responsibilities
Highway Design & Development
- Prepare highway and infrastructure designs for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
- Design estate roads, access arrangements, junction improvements, and associated highway infrastructure.
- Produce designs in accordance with local authority standards, national guidance, and client requirements.
- Prepare detailed engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, and technical reports.
- Support the production of Section 38, Section 278, and other highway approval submissions.
- Undertake swept path analysis, vehicle tracking assessments, and highway design modelling.
- Liaise with clients, architects, planning consultants, local authorities, and other project stakeholders.
- Assist in managing project deliverables, ensuring work is completed on programme and within budget.
- Ensure designs comply with current highway standards, regulations, and best practice guidance.
- Produce high-quality technical documentation and contribute to internal quality assurance processes.
- Attend client and design team meetings, providing technical support and engineering advice.
- Develop strong working relationships with stakeholders and contribute to successful project outcomes.
You will have experience in highway and infrastructure design within a consultancy environment and a good understanding of development-led highway engineering projects.
Experience with the following software would be advantageous:
- AutoCAD (including Vehicle Tracking)
- Civil 3D for highway and ground modelling
- PDS for highway design and modelling
- MicroDrainage or similar drainage software
- Knowledge of Section 38 and Section 278 agreements
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary of £35,000 - £50,000
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Ongoing professional development and training support
- Clear opportunities for career progression
- Exposure to a wide range of exciting infrastructure and development projects
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