Job Description
Your new company
We're seeking a proactive Highways Engineer to plan, design, and deliver highways and drainage schemes, with particular emphasis on confined spaces operations (e.g., man-entry sewers, chambers) and surface water/foul drainage in urban and rural environments. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to produce designs, manage construction, ensure compliance, and uphold safety and quality standards.
Your new role
Safety-first mindset with strong situational awareness in live carriageways and confined spaces.Detail-oriented, with sound engineering judgement and problem-solving skills.Effective communicator-able to liaise with site teams, authorities, and the public.
Organised, with the ability to manage multiple packages against programme and budget.
Collaborative, proactive, and accountable.
What you'll need to succeed
Degree in Civil Engineering (BEng/BSc or higher) or equivalent.Professional: Working towards or holding IEng/CEng with ICE (or equivalent).Street Works: NRSWA (New Roads & Street Works Act) Operative and/or Supervisor.Confined Spaces: City & Guilds / Water UK-aligned certification (e.g., Medium Risk or High Risk Entry with top man & rescue awareness), including up-to-date gas detection, BA familiarity (where applica...