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Highways Engineer


Company : Amey


Location : Stafford, England


Created : 2025-04-25


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Civil EngineerAmey are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Working for us, youll be delivering sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future. Our people are driven by a set of strong values, based on safety, insight and collaboration. The Opportunity We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Civil Engineer to join our Consulting Highways team. With a shared office space in our Stafford office and the ability to work remotely we invite applications from across the region. Amey Consulting provide design and other support services to Staffordshire County Council (SCC) and developers across the whole of the County through our Infrastructure+ contract with SCC. The team manage a large portfolio of work, ranging from detailed design of 1m+ projects to technical checking and site supervision on behalf of our client SCC. This role offers a unique opportunity to follow projects through from inception to construction developing your career in Highway design and construction in a fast paced, collaborative and supportive team. This role requires strong experience of designing highways and infrastructure projects. We strongly encourage the development towards a professional qualification with a recognised Institution and pride ourselves on mentoring our staff. To show our commitment to development of our staff we offer a comprehensive Chartership bonus.The role We are seeking an experienced and motivated Highways Engineer to support our Design and Development team. As a Civil Engineer, you will support the Senior Engineer and lead junior Engineers in the design and delivery of multiple highway projects ranging from junction improvements to new roads and bridges. Responsibilities include: Produce highway drawings packages including materials, construction details, calculations and documentsPrepare technical reports, feasibility studies, Road Safety Audit briefs, public correspondence and other written documentsWork up Traffic Regulation OrdersGo on site visits, inspections and supervisionAttend and lead meetings and discussions with developers, the client and other designersProvide support and progress updates to the Senior EngineerLiaise with other Engineers within the design team to ensure compliance with all relevant technical standards.What you will bring to us: A Degree/Masters qualification in a relevant disciplineRelevant experience in highway engineering, particularly local roads and S278 layoutsThe ability to work in a commercial and customer focused way which achieves programme, meets performance targets and generates incomeBe confident to work under minimum supervision and competent to check the work of others and supervise less experienced or junior staffA good understanding of Manual for Streets, DMRB, other national standards, best practice guidance, local standards etc.A good understanding of the CDM regulations and their relevance to highway designThe ability to support the preparation of briefs for fee quotes for delivery of services outside the Staffordshire Hub when requiredCan deliver on time, within budget and to the quality requiredKeep up to date with industry best practice and where appropriate apply best practice within the team What we can offer you: At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. Thats why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all lifes ups and downs. Its the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers. Career Development Our dedicated progression framework identifies your career pathway and progress within the organisation, and with dedicated mentoring and support on hand to ensure you hit your career milestones. Were huge advocates for professional development and offer a recognition bonus for those achieving professional qualifications. Work-life Balance Work-life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns. And with a network of offices across the UK, were open to discussing working options that suit you. Wellbeing Health cash plan, 24 GP, support and assistance programmes, wellbeing ambassadors and Wellbeing Wednesday, dental vouchers EDI- At Amey we celebrate our people and all that they are. This is reflected in our Affinity Group networks, providing a community of support and connection, a safe space to share experiences, learn from one another and generate ideas Women @ Amey, NeuroDiversity, Armed Forces, Multicultural Network, Pride, Diversability and Parents & Carers. Social Value Youll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives. Plus a range of other great perks and benefits including: Pension Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to Holidays - Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays Choices - Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership Save with Amey - Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in. Your Career at Amey Consulting At Amey Consulting, we value collective expertise, but also the spark one person can bring. As one of us, you can really be yourself, because your individuality is an asset. Youll be stretched, but always supported. Well recognise your hard work and look after your well-being too. Youll be empowered to play your part and achieve, encouraged to fulfil your own ambition as well as the shared one. Application Guidance Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview, if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional application support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.