Senior Highway Engineer in Manchester

Senior Highway Engineer in Manchester

Manchester Full-Time 35000 - 45000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Strata Consulting

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the design and delivery of innovative highway projects from concept to construction.
  • Company: Established engineering consultancy with a strong reputation in the industry.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hybrid working, and excellent benefits package.
  • Other info: Clear career progression opportunities and mentoring for junior engineers.
  • Why this job: Join a supportive team and work on diverse, high-profile projects that make a difference.
  • Qualifications: 5+ years in highway design and strong Civil 3D skills required.

The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.

An established and highly regarded engineering consultancy is seeking to appoint a Senior Highway Engineer to join their expanding London team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role within a growing business, delivering a diverse portfolio of projects across sectors including highways, rail, and power & energy.

The Role

As a Senior Highway Engineer, you will take a leading role in the delivery of highway schemes from concept through to detailed design and construction support, working within a collaborative and technically strong environment. You will also contribute to project leadership, client engagement, and the mentoring of junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and delivery of highway schemes
  • Highway alignment and geometric design
  • Highway drainage design and coordination
  • Preparation of specifications in accordance with industry standards
  • Design of traffic signs, road markings, pavements and VRS
  • Support project delivery across multiple sectors and disciplines
  • Liaise with clients, stakeholders and statutory bodies
  • Mentor and support junior members of the team

Requirements

Essential:

  • Minimum 5+ years’ experience in highway design
  • Strong experience using Civil 3D (alignment and modelling)
  • Proven experience in highway drainage design
  • Good working knowledge of relevant standards and design guidance

Desirable:

  • Experience across a range of highway and infrastructure projects
  • Familiarity with InfoDrainage or similar software
  • Knowledge of traffic signs, road markings, pavement and fencing design
  • Experience preparing Specifications for Highway Works

Qualifications

  • MEng or BEng in Civil Engineering
  • Ideally working towards or holding Chartered status (ICE or equivalent)

Why Apply?

  • Opportunity to work on diverse, high-profile projects
  • Clear pathway for career progression
  • Supportive and technically strong team environment
  • Flexible, hybrid working
  • Excellent benefits package including pension, private medical and more

If you are a Senior Highway Engineer looking to take the next step in your career within a forward-thinking consultancy, this is a strong opportunity to get involved in a wide variety of projects. Get in touch to find out more.

Senior Highway Engineer in Manchester employer: Strata Consulting

Join a leading engineering consultancy in London that values innovation and collaboration, offering a supportive environment for Senior Highway Engineers. With a clear pathway for career progression, flexible hybrid working options, and an excellent benefits package, this is an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful work on diverse, high-profile projects while mentoring the next generation of engineers.

Strata Consulting

Contact Details:

Strata Consulting Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Highway Engineer in Manchester

Highway Design
Civil 3D
Highway Drainage Design
Geometric Design
Specification Preparation
Traffic Signs Design
Road Markings Design