Principal Highway Engineer £52,000 - £65,000 Manchester We’re working with a growing consultancy seeking a Principal Highway Engineer to join their Manchester team. This is a key role for an experienced engineer looking to lead technical delivery, mentor junior staff and play a central part in the continued growth of the regional highways and infrastructure offering. The Role Lead the design and delivery of highway infrastructure projects from feasibility through to construction Take technical ownership of schemes, ensuring compliance with current UK design standards Oversee and review designs, including alignments, junctions, drainage interfaces and technical submissions Manage and mentor engineers and technicians, supporting their technical development Liaise directly with clients, contractors and approving authorities Prepare and review technical reports, drawings and approval packages Contribute to fee proposals, programme planning and project resourcing Support business development and the continued growth of the Manchester office What we’re looking for Extensive UK consultancy experience in highway design and infrastructure Strong knowledge of DMRB, Manual for Streets, MCHW and CDM Regulations Proven experience leading projects and managing technical teams Proficient in AutoCAD; Civil 3D experience beneficial Confident communicator with strong client-facing skills Charte...