Lead Civil Engineer - Transportation
Lead Civil Engineer – Transportation
We are seeking an experienced Lead Civil Engineer to join a forward-thinking transportation team delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong professional who can lead multidisciplinary design teams, manage complex projects and contribute to the development of safer, more sustainable transport networks.
You will provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle, from feasibility and concept design through to detailed design, construction support and completion. Working closely with clients, contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders, you will ensure that projects are delivered to a high standard, on time and within budget.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the civil engineering design of highways, roads, active travel routes, junctions, drainage and associated infrastructure.
- Manage and mentor engineers, technicians and junior staff, supporting their technical development and performance.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary design activities and review drawings, specifications, reports and calculations.
- Prepare and oversee technical proposals, feasibility studies, optioneering reports and detailed design packages.
- Engage with clients and stakeholders to understand requirements, provide sound technical advice and develop effective solutions.
- Monitor project scope, programme, budget, risk and quality throughout delivery.
- Support business development through fee proposals, tenders, presentations and the development of client relationships.
- Promote best practice in health and safety, sustainability, design standards and engineering quality.
About you
You will be a qualified civil engineer with significant experience in transportation infrastructure design and project delivery. A degree in Civil Engineering, or a related discipline, is expected, together with professional membership of a relevant engineering institution. Chartered or near-chartered status is desirable.
You should have strong knowledge of UK highways standards, design guidance and relevant technical legislation, alongside experience using industry design software. Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills are essential, as is the ability to build effective relationships and lead teams with confidence.
In return, you will receive a competitive salary, professional development opportunities and the chance to work on varied, high-profile transportation projects within a collaborative and inclusive environment.
Lead Civil Engineer - Transportation
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