Senior/Infrastructure Highways Engineer
| Posting date: | 22 October 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £45,000 to £55,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 November 2024 |
| Location: | Central London, London, EC3M 1AJ |
| Company: | Pertemps |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 54697458 |
Summary
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.
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.