Bennett and Game are currently working with a leading consultancy based in Fleet. Their expertise supplies a diverse clientele, including prominent commercial developers, with a track record of successful projects across the UK. They specialise in development transport planning, S278/38 highways scheme design, drainage, environmental planning, implementation, and operation.
The Principal Highways Design Engineer will be working for an employer that prides themselves on their team-oriented culture, valuing each member as their greatest asset. They foster a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive work environment, committed to continuous employee development through ongoing training and mentoring.
Main Duties:
* Deliver designs within the provided program and budget.
* Manage resource allocation to ensure team efficiency.
* Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring cost control and financial accountability.
* Act as the primary contact for clients, stakeholders, and project partners.
* Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
* Ensure all designs comply with MCHW, DMRB, local design guidance, and statutory requirements.
* Review and authorize design information and reports, providing constructive feedback.
* Collaborate with Senior Management Team on projects across various offices and disciplines.
* Foster innovation and continuous improvement within the team, demonstrating sound independent judgment.
* Comply with Health & Safety legislation, particularly CDM Regulations, and adopt proactive risk management strategies.
Essential Requirements:
* Proactive management skills with confidence in leading teams through diverse workloads.
* Excellent resource management skills to allocate effective staff for projects.
* Strong technical skills and experience in various highway design environments.
* Proven project management skills for highway projects, ensuring delivery to program and budget.
* Display sound independent judgment.
* Experience in developing, mentoring, and supervising Highway Design staff.
* Robust knowledge of Highways Technical documents within DMRB.
* Experience managing the development of contract documents per relevant Highway contracts.
* Ability to advise key clients on technical issues in the highway structures sector at a senior level.
* Working knowledge of Civils 3D CAD package.
* Experience in highway drainage design and use of MicroDrainage software.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary based on experience.
* Profit share bonus.
* Annual and on-the-spot bonuses.
* Healthcare cash plan, including dental and optical coverage.
* Flexible working initiatives.
* Paid membership to a professional institution (CIHT, ICE, etc.).
* Subsidized social activities.
* Salary sacrifice car scheme.
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