At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead highway design projects and manage them from start to finish.
- Company: Join a growing private sector consultancy in Bristol.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, bonus scheme, and tailored training budget.
- Other info: Opportunity for clear progression within a supportive team.
- Why this job: Take ownership of projects and develop your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: 3-5 years' UK consultancy experience and strong highways design background.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 50000 £ per year.
Location: Bristol
Salary: £35,000 - £50,000
Are you a Senior Highway Design Engineer ready to take ownership of S278 and S38 schemes in Bristol? This role offers full project responsibility, client exposure and the chance to help build a growing highways function within a private sector consultancy.
You will be based in Bristol, supporting an established local client base while delivering projects across the UK. This position suits someone who wants to manage schemes end to end, develop leadership skills and progress toward Principal level within a supportive team.
The Senior Highway Design Engineer will lead highways design, coordinate with stakeholders and contribute to project delivery from concept through to approval. This role is ideal for someone confident in technical delivery and keen to take the next step.
Key responsibilities
- Lead S278 and S38 highway design and approvals
- Produce and check drawings using AutoCAD and Site 3D
- Coordinate with local authorities, clients and design teams
- Support drainage and flood risk inputs where required
- Manage selected highway schemes from start to completion
- Mentor junior engineers and technicians
Candidate requirements
- Around 3 to 5 years' UK consultancy experience
- Strong development-led highways design background
- Experience with AutoCAD and Site 3D
- Confident, organised and commercially aware
- Keen to progress into a leadership role
This role offers real responsibility, project ownership and clear progression within a growing team. The salary for this position is £35,000 - £50,000, alongside pension, bonus scheme, life cover and a tailored training budget.
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.
Senior Highway Design Engineer in Bristol employer: Jobiqo
Bromley Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive. With a strong commitment to professional development, flexible working arrangements, and a generous benefits package, including a local government pension scheme and unique discounts, the Council prioritises employee well-being and career growth. Located in the vibrant Bromley Civic Centre, you will be part of a team that plays a crucial role in shaping the future of the borough while enjoying the balance of urban and suburban life.
