Highway Design Lead

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We are seeking an experienced Highway Design Lead to guide the development and delivery of complex highway and transportation schemes from concept through to construction. This is an opportunity to lead multidisciplinary design teams, provide technical direction and contribute to projects that improve connectivity, safety and the resilience of transport networks. You will work closely with clients, contractors, stakeholders and technical specialists to deliver practical, innovative and compliant design solutions.

Your responsibilities will include managing highway design commissions, reviewing technical outputs and ensuring that work is delivered to the required quality, programme and budget. You will prepare and oversee the production of drawings, specifications, reports, calculations and design risk assessments, while ensuring compliance with relevant standards, codes of practice and statutory requirements. The role will also involve coordinating design interfaces, supporting planning and approvals, contributing to tender documentation, and providing technical input during construction. You will identify and manage design risks, resolve technical issues and contribute to continuous improvement across project delivery.

Applicants should have substantial experience in highway design and project delivery, together with a relevant degree or equivalent professional qualification in civil engineering, transportation or a related discipline. Professional registration, or demonstrable progress towards it, is desirable. You will need strong knowledge of highway design principles, road geometry, drainage, pavement design, traffic management and applicable technical standards. Experience using industry design and modelling software, such as Civil 3D, AutoCAD, MX or equivalent, is expected. Strong communication, leadership and stakeholder-management skills are essential, along with the ability to prioritise competing demands and make sound technical decisions. A collaborative approach, commercial awareness and a commitment to health, safety, sustainability and quality will be highly valued.

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Added 10/08/2026
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