Associate - Highways

Shape a faster, smarter, safer future.

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients’ problems head-on. It’s a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.

We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we’re here to support you. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So, talk to us about what’s ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you’re returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us.

Join as a Highways Engineer in our Transportation team. We work on projects of all sizes, scopes and scales, from the large M25 Project to the niche Human Drive. Our projects are bringing digitalisation to highways and transforming the way people live and work. And you’ll be part of these collaborative design teams based across the country and the world. It’s an exciting era for UK highways, with the rise of intelligent networks, autonomous technology and mobility as a service.

To lead in emerging areas that interest you, all you need to do is speak up and take the initiative.

We are seeking to recruit an Associate to be based in our Newcastle office to support the ongoing expansion of our Highways & Active Travel business across the Northeast. This is a key leadership role within a growing team delivering active travel, road safety, bus priority and highway improvement projects for Local Authority clients.

• Take a leadership role within the Newcastle Highways and Active Travel team.
• Develop and maintain client relationships across Local Authorities, as well as National Highways, Network Rail, Combined Authorities, Developers and/or major Contractors.
• Identify and secure opportunities for business growth including leading fee proposals and contribute to major bids and framework opportunities.
• Direct multidisciplinary design teams delivering transportation schemes.
• Mentor Principal Engineers, Engineers, Graduates and Apprentices.
• Promote collaboration across delivery teams.
• Train and mentor staff including graduates and apprentices.

• Degree in Civil Engineering.
• Chartered or Incorporated member of a relevant institution (ICE/CIHT).
• Significant experience delivering highways, active travel and public realm projects for Local Authority clients.
• Strong commercial awareness, including fee proposals, project financial management and work winning.
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience developing and maintaining client relationships.
• Experience with Road Safety Audits.

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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