At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting highways and transport projects, from concept to construction.
- Company: Join Pell Frischmann, a forward-thinking consultancy shaping sustainable futures.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, hybrid working, and tailored career development.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values inclusion and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on communities while growing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering and experience in highways/transport projects required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
About Pell Frischmann: Pell Frischmann is a specialist advisory and technical consultancy operating across the built and natural environment, helping to shape a better future for the communities in which we work. We offer consultancy services, with access to specialist sister companies and partners, to support both public and private-sector clients. We work across sectors encompassing buildings, infrastructure, and regeneration.
Appointment Type: Permanent
Full Time/Part Time: Full-time
Specialism: Highways Engineering
Hours: 37.5
Location: Manchester
Working Practice: Hybrid
About the Role: As an Associate Engineer, you’ll take a leading role in shaping and delivering a diverse portfolio of highways and transport infrastructure projects — from local authority schemes through to complex, high-profile national programmes. You won’t just be overseeing delivery — you’ll be driving it! Working at the centre of multidisciplinary teams, you’ll influence technical direction, build strong client relationships, and guide projects from early concept through to successful construction. Alongside project leadership, you’ll play a key role in growing and developing the Manchester team — mentoring engineers, building capability, and helping to create a high-performing, collaborative environment across the UK. This is a genuine opportunity to combine technical leadership, people development, and business growth, with the autonomy to make a lasting impact on both projects and the team around you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and delivery of highways and transport infrastructure projects
- Oversee feasibility studies, preliminary and detailed designs, and technical reports
- Provide project management expertise including budget control, programme management, and resource planning
- Act as primary client liaison, building strong and trusted relationships
- Ensure designs comply with DMRB, local authority standards, and wider industry best practice
- Support business development activities including bids, proposals, and presentations
- Mentor and develop junior engineers and technicians
- Collaborate with cross‑disciplinary teams including drainage, structures, planning, and environmental specialists
Qualifications:
- Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) (preferred)
- Additional training in transport design or modelling
Experience:
- Significant experience delivering highways/transport projects
- Proficiency and/or good knowledge of Civil 3D, OpenRoads, MX, AutoCAD
- Leading project teams and general project management
- Experience contributing to bids/business development
Skills:
- Strong understanding of DMRB, MfS and local authority standards
- Excellent communication and client‑facing ability
- Strong project management skills
- Mentoring/leadership skills
- Stakeholder management at senior/strategic level
Why Pell Frischmann? At our core, we’re a team built on five guiding values: Reliable, Responsible, Responsive, Respectful and Rewarding. These shape how we work with one another, how we support our clients, and how we create an environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer, and we’re committed to making our recruitment process and workplace accessible to all. If you need any adjustments during your application journey, just let us know — we’re here to support you every step of the way. We believe that when people feel respected, valued and included, great things happen. That’s why we celebrate diversity, champion inclusion, and cultivate a culture where your voice matters. Our approach is flexible and collaborative, with hybrid working designed to help you balance life and work in a way that works best for you. Your development truly matters to us. We offer bespoke career pathways, meaningful progression opportunities, and ongoing learning tailored to your strengths and ambitions. Whether you’re starting your journey or taking the next step, we’ll be right there with you. Across our organisation, you’ll find the chance to contribute to innovative, impactful and rewarding projects — all while being part of a supportive team that wants to see you succeed. In addition, you’ll receive a competitive salary and other excellent benefits you can find on the link below!
Associate / Senior Associate Engineer - Highways in Manchester employer: Pell Frischmann
Pell Frischmann is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, where your contributions to highways and transport infrastructure projects can make a real difference. Located in Manchester, we offer flexible hybrid working arrangements, bespoke career pathways, and a commitment to employee development, ensuring that you thrive both personally and professionally. Join us to be part of a team that values respect, responsibility, and innovation while tackling meaningful challenges in the built environment.
