Senior/Infrastructure Highways Engineer

This job posting for a Senior/Infrastructure Highways Engineer in Central London offers a compelling opportunity for experienced highways engineers looking to work on diverse and challenging projects within a large, multi-disciplinary international consultancy. Job/Company Overview: - Position: Senior Highways Engineer - Location: Central London - Salary: £45,000- £55,000 – Depending On Experience - Company/Team Size: 300+ employees and 20 people in the infrastructure/Highways team - Projects: Residential , commercial , industrial , schools , hospitals. Role & Key Skills & Experience Required: This role is for an individual with strong technical and leadership skills in the field of highways and civil engineering design, with a focus on managing multidisciplinary projects. Key highlights of the role include: Technical Proficiency    - Strong experience with Civil 3D, AutoCAD , and MicroDrainage (or equivalent software) for highways, drainage, and civil works design.    - Expertise in design and specification of drainage, earthworks, highways, and utilities for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.    - Ability to check and sign off on technical design work to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards. Project Leadership    - Proven experience leading projects across a variety of sectors (e.g., residential, commercial, and industrial), from conception through to technical approval.    - Ability to act as a technical discipline lead for larger projects or manage a range of smaller projects independently.    - Skilled in managing client relationships and collaborating with contractors, design teams, local authorities, and statutory bodies. Team Management    - Strong leadership skills to mentor and develop a team of engineers and technicians, including supporting junior staff on their path to becoming Chartered Engineers.    - Experience supervising and coordinating project teams, ensuring the delivery of work on time and within budget. Communication & Collaboration    - Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for preparing technical reports, liaising with clients, and representing the organization in professional settings.    - Able to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring smooth interaction with both internal and external stakeholders. Desired Qualifications - A Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification. - Chartered Engineer status or working towards achieving chartership with a recognized professional body. - 3 years plus minimum relevant highways UK design experience Other Responsibilities - Scheme investigation and site inspections to gather data for project design and implementation. -  Construction supervision to ensure projects progress in line with design specifications. - Responsibility for managing project delivery, ensuring work is completed on time, within budget, and to the required standards. If you have a proactive attitude , excellent technical and management skills, and are seeking to take on increased responsibilities, this opportunity offers a chance to play a key role in delivering diverse transportation and highways schemes. Benefits: - Holidays: 26 days per year, increasing to 31 days with loyalty days, plus bank holidays. - Hybrid Working: Flexible working arrangements. -  Training and Development: Strong culture with access to mentoring from industry experts. - Career Advancement: Fast-tracked progression for suitable candidates. - Additional Opportunities:  Involvement in client-facing roles, business development, and marketing activities.  -  ICE Training Agreement: Support for professional development