959 Highway jobs in the United Kingdom
Highway Engineer
Posted 6 days ago
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Job Vacancy: Highway Engineer
Location: Bristol
Contract: Initial 6-month
Rate: £30 p/hour
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Highway Engineer to contribute to the delivery of active travel schemes across Bristol. Projects range from pedestrian and cycle route upgrades to major road widening and junction enhancements.
Key Responsibilities:
·Deliver end-to-end scheme designs for highways and junction improvements, including drainage, lighting, and traffic signals.
·Prepare construction information and Health & Safety documentation in line with CDM Regulations.
·Liaise with the public, councillors, and stakeholders during consultations and support legal processes for Traffic Regulation Orders.
·Supervise junior staff and contribute to team objectives and project delivery timelines.
What We're Looking For:
·Strong working knowledge of DMRB, TSRGD, CDM Regulations, and highways construction standards.
·Proven experience managing budgets, monitoring programmes, and providing design support through construction phases.
·Excellent communication, customer service, and stakeholder engagement skills.
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 40+ years' experience in this market. Please call Charlie at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please email.
Highway Engineer
Posted 2 days ago
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Let's make great design possible.
Join as a Highways Engineer in our Transportation team. We work on projects of all sizes, scopes and scales.
The Highways Engineer will take the lead in designing along with the delivery of any assigned work. The works will include major planned and responsive maintenance on footways, drainage and carriageways and you'll be part of these collaborative design teams based in Aylesbury Buckinghamshire.
Within Buckinghamshire Highways we have several new permanent positions that will help us to continue to keep the highways network safe while supporting the economic growth of the county. These posts will contribute to by allowing us to effectively maintain and improve our highways assets including drainage, footways, carriageways, street furniture and structures.
Your purpose:
- Working on a wide variety of highway projects at all stages of project lifecycle from in accordance with the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges and best practice.
- Working in a BIM level 2 environment accredited to BS 1192 using Autodesk Civils 3D, AutoCAD and other engineering software, such as Micro-drainage, for specialist applications.
- Develop designs using AutoCAD, Civil3D models (as and where applicable).
- Providing technical support to graduates, assistant engineers, and technicians, checking and reviewing their work.
- Engaging with all stakeholders including clients, contractors, customers and other designers.
- Preparing technical documents and drawings for checking and approval.
- Agreeing delivery targets with senior staff and report regularly on progress towards milestones.
- Managing the delivery of your own projects and supporting project managers along with the mentoring others.
What you can bring:
- BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering (or equivalent), and Incorporated Engineer would be an advantage.
- Proven capability in highway engineering design (experience in highway drainage design will be an advantage).
- Good knowledge and experience in the design of highway schemes.
- Be aware of the philosophy and practice of Health and Safety in civil engineering design and construction.
- The ability to work under your own initiative and to seek advice when necessary.
Why work for AtkinsRéalis ?
Our Transportation teams are reinventing transport for a challenging yet exciting future. We're creating new ideas and smart solutions for cities, people and the environment. You'll be working alongside some of the top people in our industry, solving challenges that bring together traditional engineering and new technologies. As part of our organisation, you'll be in a privileged position, delivering what's right for governments and communities. You'll be helping us to improve our leading environmental performance while enabling others to do the same.
Security clearance :
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
#LI-UK#LI-ATKINS #LI-Transportation #Highways #TRACivilsJobs
Worker Type
Employee
Job Type
Regular
At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
Highway Engineer
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Job Description:
We are currently seeking an experienced Highway Engineer with strong expertise in total station operation and levelling. This role involves working on infrastructure and highway projects, ensuring accurate surveying and setting out in accordance with engineering specifications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out topographical and engineering surveysusing total stations and associated equipment.
- Conduct precise levelling activitiesto support highway construction and maintenance works.
- Interpret technical drawings and specificationsto deliver accurate setting out and site preparation.
- Maintain accurate survey records and reports, ensuring all data is collected and logged appropriately.
- Liaise with project managers, contractors, and other engineersto ensure technical requirements are met on site.
- Comply with health and safety regulations, promoting a safe and efficient working environment at all times.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in highway engineering and site surveying
- Proficiency with total station instruments (e.g., Leica, Trimble)
- Strong knowledge of levelling and setting out techniques
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and CAD files
- Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
- Valid UK driving licence preferred
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract, Temp to perm
Contract length: 24 months
Pay: 38,000.00-48,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Highway Engineer
Posted 6 days ago
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Job Vacancy: Highway Engineer
Location: Bristol
Contract: Initial 6-month
Rate: £30 p/hour
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Highway Engineer to contribute to the delivery of active travel schemes across Bristol. Projects range from pedestrian and cycle route upgrades to major road widening and junction enhancements.
Key Responsibilities:
·Deliver end-to-end scheme designs for highways and junction improvements, including drainage, lighting, and traffic signals.
·Prepare construction information and Health & Safety documentation in line with CDM Regulations.
·Liaise with the public, councillors, and stakeholders during consultations and support legal processes for Traffic Regulation Orders.
·Supervise junior staff and contribute to team objectives and project delivery timelines.
What We're Looking For:
·Strong working knowledge of DMRB, TSRGD, CDM Regulations, and highways construction standards.
·Proven experience managing budgets, monitoring programmes, and providing design support through construction phases.
·Excellent communication, customer service, and stakeholder engagement skills.
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 40+ years' experience in this market. Please call Charlie at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please email.
Senior Highway Engineer
Posted 4 days ago
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Senior Highway Engineer
Kent
6-month contract
£38 - £0 per hour, inside IR35
Are you an experienced Senior Highway Engineer looking for a new challenge?
An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Highway Engineer, with experience in highway design to join a busy client in Kent. This is a full-time contract position. The rate on offer is £ - 0 per hour. Flexible working arrangements are available.
Key Responsibilities:
·To prepare highway designs that comply with the various national standards for the Local Transport Plan (LTP), Section 106 and highway and infrastructure schemes.
·Prepare works orders using the Term Maintenance Contract (TMC) for each project and on occasion prepare bespoke contracts based on the NEC Form of Contracts for works that are beyond the scope of the TMC.
·Prepare programmes, analyse and appraise projects, investigate innovative solutions to design issues and maintain good programme and financial control for all projects.
·Supervise the construction and undertake the contract administration including the assessment, verification and processing of contractual payments to the Contractor.
·Effectively manage the various projects to deliver an efficient, effective and safe service for highway users and public across Medway within agreed policies, programmes and resources.
A full job description is available on request.
About You:
Previous experience in highway design using AutoCAD is essential for this role. Carrington West are also looking for Engineers & Project Managers with similar backgrounds across the South of UK - please get in touch to find out more.
In order to be considered within the first round of applicants please apply with updated CV, emailing (url removed). Alternatively, please call on (phone number removed) for more information.
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Luke Brison at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information
By applying for this position you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please email us
Senior Highway Engineer
Posted 11 days ago
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Our client are an independent transport planning and highway design consultancy based in Central London and specialising in development planning work across the UK.
They are currently looking to recruit a client Facing, Senior Highway Engineer for their busy Head office based in Central London.
You will be able to demonstrate the following:
• Ability to develop designs in AutoCAD and Vehicle Tracking
• Experience of working across Microsoft Office and AutoDesk platforms
• Experience in designing a detailed design package for highway design projects.
Desirable skills and experience:
• Experience in the S278/ S38 process with various local authorities, particularly within London
• Civils 3D experience
• An understanding of the planning process.
Your main duties will include: Joining as part of the Infrastructure team and providing wider support across the business; you’ll have a fantastic opportunity to support the Engineering team by supporting and learning from experienced Highway Engineers and mentor/ receive support from Engineers, Assistant Engineers and CAD Technicians.
Your key competencies should include:
• Able to be client-facing
• Knowledge of highways, drainage and levels design
• Prepare drawings in AutoCAD
• Responsible for document management and the issuing of drawings
• Support Engineering Leads in maintaining CAD standards, best practice and processes for modelling and drawing production.
What you’ll need to succeed
Key skills and knowledge you need to demonstrate include: You will be proficient in using AutoCAD, and preferably Civil 3D, alternatively you have experience using a similar 3D software.
Desirable competencies should also include:
• Knowledge of highway and level design
• Ability to be client-facing and confident
• Familiarity with British Standards/Codes of Practice
• A good team player confident to liaise with other staff
• Strong written communication skills
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage time with multiple tasks and work to deadlines.
Benefits & Perks
Financial
• Annual company and performance related bonus
• Generous pension contribution
• Season Ticket Loan (interest free)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Paid overtime Wellbeing
• Above average annual leave allowance
• Flexi-leave opportunities
• Eye tests and contributions towards eyewear
• Hybrid working (minimum 3 days in the London office)
• Flexible start/finish times with fixed core hours
Personal Development
• Company sponsored training courses
• Regular internal CPD and training sessions
• Paid professional memberships
• Mentorship and senior oversight for all staff
Social
• Annual away trip (company sponsored)
• Regular and subsidised company socials
• Frequent networking events
• Sporting events & charitable opportunities
To Apply
We are an Employment Agency specialising in the placement of contract and permanent staff in construction companies and design engineering consultancies across the UK. For further details please visit our website.
If this advertised position does not interest you, please consider our other opportunities by sending your updated CV outlining your achievements and your personal requisites, i.e. job roles, location, salary to us. We also operate a referral scheme, of which further details can be found on our website (search "Strata Construction Consulting").
Due to the sheer volume of applications we receive, we will only contact successful applications. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 10 working days, please deem your application as unsuccessful. Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK.
Senior Highway Engineer
Posted 2 days ago
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Shape a faster, smarter, safer future.
Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.
AtkinsRéalis, Balfour Beatty and Egis Road Operations UK are part of a consortium, creating Connect Plus Services, a unique partnership with a collective strength in highways asset care from finance, through to design, build, maintenance as well as day to day operation.
As part of our 30-year remit to manage and improve the capital's orbital motorway network, we deliver major improvement projects, such as widening 38 miles of the M25, refurbishing tunnels and bridges, and installing hundreds of variable messaging signs and gantries, helping to maximise the use of the network and deliver more reliable journeys. We also manage the Dartford River crossing and operate and maintain 440 kilometres of motorway providing our customer and road user with a world-class highway service.
We value diversity and celebrate individual differences, believing that our inclusive culture helps the business continue to grow as a strong, dynamic, and innovative organisation.
Role Purpose:
The role sits within the Engineering team in on the M25 DBFO undertaking a variety of Highway renewal designs.
The position involves working on one of Europe's busiest and most strategically important road networks. As such, this scheme requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work together and coordinate with different teams effectively.
Your purpose:
- The role is responsible for developing, reviewing, and refining design packages consisting of drawings and works specification for various renewal schemes including (but not limited to) filter drains, network drainage, signage, fencing and VRS. This will be aligned with asset management and client requirements.
- You will be responsible for preparing documentation to discharge the duties of the CDM 2015 Principal Designer and creating specifications for works.
- You will be responsible for applying quality management processes and manage the quality of outputs, including adherence to standards and process compliance with the M25 DBFO Contract.
- You will be working directly with the technical specialist and commercial leads in the Engineering and other CPS teams to achieve agreed programmes and key milestones. Responsible for building strong relationships in a cross-functional collaborative team.
- Responsible for providing progress updates, programme management and reporting of assigned work.
- Accountable for the scheduling and chairing of performance, technical and commercial review meetings.
- Responsible for providing information to the commercial team to enable them to produce cost estimates.
- Candidates can apply even if they partially meet the requirements. There is scope for training and development in these areas as long as you have a good engineering foundation with a pro-active and result orientated attitude.
What you can bring:
- Broad knowledge of Design, Manual of Roads and Bridges (DMRB), The Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCHW), Traffic Signs and Regulations and General Directions (TSRGD) and other highways standards.
- Experience of delivering highway design.
- Understanding of risk management principles.
- Minimum BEng / MEng (or equivalent) in a civil engineering or other construction-based discipline.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Why work for AtkinsRéalis?
Our Transportation teams are reinventing transport for a challenging yet exciting future. We're creating new ideas and smart solutions for cities, people and the environment. You'll be working alongside some of the top people in our industry, solving challenges that bring together traditional engineering and new technologies. As part of our organisation, you'll be in a privileged position, delivering what's right for governments and communities. You'll be helping us to improve our leading environmental performance while enabling others to do the same.
Security clearance:
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
#LI-UK#LI-ATKINS #LI-Transportation #CPSJobs
Worker Type
Employee
Job Type
Regular
At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
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Principal Highway Engineer
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Principal Highway Engineer | Hybrid/Flexible | London
Salary: 50k - 60k plus benefits
Are you a talented Highway Designer ready to take the next step in your career?
We're working with a forward-thinking consultancy that's expanding its development planning team-and they're looking for a Principal Highway Designer to join them on a variety of exciting projects across the UK.
The Role:
You'll lead on early-stage design for highway links, junctions, active travel corridors, and traffic calming schemes. You'll also support technical reporting and help shape access strategies for new developments.
Key Skills We're Looking For:
- 5+ years' experience in highway design
- Proficient in AutoCAD (Civil 3D is a bonus!)
- Strong knowledge of MfS, DMRB, and LTN 1/20
- Comfortable producing swept path analysis & vehicle tracking
- Familiar with S278/S38 Agreements and Road Safety Audits
- Bonus if you know SPONS, traffic modelling, or TSRGD
Qualifications:
- Ideally EngTech / IEng / CEng
- Membership with ICE, CIHT, or CILT
What's on Offer:
- A varied workload across major UK projects
- Structured training & mentoring
- Support for professional development (incl. 2x memberships paid)
- Collaborative and flexible working environment
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who's ready to lead, mentor, and make their mark. Apply today to be considered.
Senior Highway Engineer
Posted 4 days ago
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Senior Highway Engineer
Kent
6-month contract
£38 - £0 per hour, inside IR35
Are you an experienced Senior Highway Engineer looking for a new challenge?
An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Highway Engineer, with experience in highway design to join a busy client in Kent. This is a full-time contract position. The rate on offer is £ - 0 per hour. Flexible working arrangements are available.
Key Responsibilities:
·To prepare highway designs that comply with the various national standards for the Local Transport Plan (LTP), Section 106 and highway and infrastructure schemes.
·Prepare works orders using the Term Maintenance Contract (TMC) for each project and on occasion prepare bespoke contracts based on the NEC Form of Contracts for works that are beyond the scope of the TMC.
·Prepare programmes, analyse and appraise projects, investigate innovative solutions to design issues and maintain good programme and financial control for all projects.
·Supervise the construction and undertake the contract administration including the assessment, verification and processing of contractual payments to the Contractor.
·Effectively manage the various projects to deliver an efficient, effective and safe service for highway users and public across Medway within agreed policies, programmes and resources.
A full job description is available on request.
About You:
Previous experience in highway design using AutoCAD is essential for this role. Carrington West are also looking for Engineers & Project Managers with similar backgrounds across the South of UK - please get in touch to find out more.
In order to be considered within the first round of applicants please apply with updated CV, emailing (url removed). Alternatively, please call on (phone number removed) for more information.
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Luke Brison at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information
By applying for this position you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please email us
Senior Highway Engineer
Posted 21 days ago
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Job Description
Our client are an independent transport planning and highway design consultancy based in Central London and specialising in development planning work across the UK.
They are currently looking to recruit a client Facing, Senior Highway Engineer for their busy Head office based in Central London.
You will be able to demonstrate the following:
• Ability to develop designs in AutoCAD and Vehicle Tracking
• Experience of working across Microsoft Office and AutoDesk platforms
• Experience in designing a detailed design package for highway design projects.
Desirable skills and experience:
• Experience in the S278/ S38 process with various local authorities, particularly within London
• Civils 3D experience
• An understanding of the planning process.
Your main duties will include: Joining as part of the Infrastructure team and providing wider support across the business; you’ll have a fantastic opportunity to support the Engineering team by supporting and learning from experienced Highway Engineers and mentor/ receive support from Engineers, Assistant Engineers and CAD Technicians.
Your key competencies should include:
• Able to be client-facing
• Knowledge of highways, drainage and levels design
• Prepare drawings in AutoCAD
• Responsible for document management and the issuing of drawings
• Support Engineering Leads in maintaining CAD standards, best practice and processes for modelling and drawing production.
What you’ll need to succeed
Key skills and knowledge you need to demonstrate include: You will be proficient in using AutoCAD, and preferably Civil 3D, alternatively you have experience using a similar 3D software.
Desirable competencies should also include:
• Knowledge of highway and level design
• Ability to be client-facing and confident
• Familiarity with British Standards/Codes of Practice
• A good team player confident to liaise with other staff
• Strong written communication skills
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage time with multiple tasks and work to deadlines.
Benefits & Perks
Financial
• Annual company and performance related bonus
• Generous pension contribution
• Season Ticket Loan (interest free)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Paid overtime Wellbeing
• Above average annual leave allowance
• Flexi-leave opportunities
• Eye tests and contributions towards eyewear
• Hybrid working (minimum 3 days in the London office)
• Flexible start/finish times with fixed core hours
Personal Development
• Company sponsored training courses
• Regular internal CPD and training sessions
• Paid professional memberships
• Mentorship and senior oversight for all staff
Social
• Annual away trip (company sponsored)
• Regular and subsidised company socials
• Frequent networking events
• Sporting events & charitable opportunities
To Apply
We are an Employment Agency specialising in the placement of contract and permanent staff in construction companies and design engineering consultancies across the UK. For further details please visit our website.
If this advertised position does not interest you, please consider our other opportunities by sending your updated CV outlining your achievements and your personal requisites, i.e. job roles, location, salary to us. We also operate a referral scheme, of which further details can be found on our website (search "Strata Construction Consulting").
Due to the sheer volume of applications we receive, we will only contact successful applications. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 10 working days, please deem your application as unsuccessful. Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK.