Average Highways Engineer salary in Leeds

Hays Civil Engineering is delighted to be working on a retained basis with a thriving SME consultancy in Leeds, West Yorkshire to appoint a Highways Director. ABOUT THE COMPANY:They offer specialist civil, structural, and environmental engineering solutions to their established client base. They have a solid reputation for quality project delivery, and a flourishing order book, reflecting their well-established position in the market. A company with over 200 employees, many of whom have long-service and have progressed consistently. ABOUT THE ROLEWith an already established and extensive portfolio of clients, this thriving SME Engineering Consultancy is known for first-class quality project delivery and repeat business, in addition to a consistent and progressive order book. They are seeking to appoint a highly commercial and technically focused Highways Director to contribute to their UK growth and retain their positive reputation in the market. This is a newly created role and a strategic appointment to work with executive teams and shareholders to ensure long-term strategic goals are achieved and exceeded, including highways projects and client growth. Responsibilities Leadership for the existing Highways team, imparting your technical expertise and mentoring future engineering talent.You will lead on Highways projects, including financial management, budget, costs and allocating appropriate resources.Lead and direct bidding efforts for new highway projects.Work as a critical part of the management team, autonomously responsible for the discipline's short, medium and long-term objectivesAccountable for client relationship management and development About you To be successful in your application, you will have a proven track record of winning new work, developing teams, and ensuring high quality project delivery and ongoing service to clients.You'll hold a senior position within an engineering consultancy, specifically leading complex highway projects, and you will be ambitious and passionate about leading a discipline, resulting in growth of the Highways business UK wide.A chartered engineer that is educated to a degree level, with ample experience in a consultancy environment, delivering complex highway projects.A technical lead on projects and across the business, with high levels of technical competence in the design of highways projects.As a commercial lead, and able to head-up Bid Management and have a proven track record of bid writing, tender price estimations and proven ability to win new work.You will be commercially savvy and capable of developing strong working relationships, and managing a diverse range of stakeholders with excellent commercial acumen. UK project experience is essential, in particular, complex and high-value highways project delivery would be a distinct advantage. As the discipline lead you will be hands-on, visible and appreciate the complexities of doing this within an SME environment. What you'll get in return An opportunity to join an established consultancy, offering the autonomy to run the Highways discipline and the strategic goals for future success, by further developing strong new and existing client relationships and maintaining their reputation for quality delivery and ongoing service. As a business, they take pride in offering their people consistent progression. Their people are their main priority, which is why they offer a flexible and hybrid working environment for those that choose to utilise it. They also ensure the Leeds office is open 5 days a week for individuals that prefer to work in an office environment too. They retain their people by offering long-term, stable, and progressive careers, including supporting continued learning and setting career goals suited to the individual and business. A competitive package is available, and you can expect to achieve a basic salary of up to £85k depending on experience, plus bonus and benefits associated with this level of appointment. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, please call Karly Clark- Head of Engineering, on or click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

My client is a well-established engineering consultancy with extensive experience in providing cutting-edge, high-quality services throughout the UK. This dynamic and thriving company are looking for a talented Senior Infrastructure Engineer to join their expert team in Leeds. Working throughout all market sectors you will become a key part of the Civil Engineering team delivering services such as concept designs, feasibility studies and infrastructure drainage design. Requirements UK experience in an engineering consultancyProficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and AutoTrackWorking knowledge of undertaking highway designs including for S38 and S278Comprehensive understanding of design guide criteria such as DMRB, TSRGD and traffic signs manualsStrong communication skills and capable at liaising with clients and other relevant stakeholdersProficient with Microsoft Office packageUK driving licence The Role Within this role you will be producing drawings and plans from conception to construction, preparing designs to gain technical approvals and collaborating within a team environment. You will be designing highways, pavements and earthworks as well as managing the emergent members of the team aiding with their development. You will ensure accuracy and quality of all designs are up to current standards. Salary and Benefits Competitive starting salary dependent on experienceRegular pay reviewsBreath of lifestyle benefitsDiscretionary bonus schemeA range of exciting projectsExcellent carer progressionFlexible working opportunities Interested in this or other roles in Civil and Structural Engineering. Please do not hesitate to contact Rebecca Stone on or call . We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role. Penguin is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

Civil Engineer -- Leeds hybrid working or remote working available Contract: Permanent Salary: £28,000 - £40,000 depending on experience Working hours: Full-time 37.5 hours a week The Company They are a friendly, forward thinking and progressive company. They are a well- established, growing independent business with expertise in the fields of civil, structural and geotechnical engineering consultancy services. To sustain their increasing workload, they would like to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated full time Civil Engineer to build up the Civils team in their Leeds office and to contribute to the delivery of their Business Plan targets. This is a great opportunity for a Civil Engineer with experience of working in an engineering consultancy environment to grow and develop their career. You may be a graduate with post-graduate experience who will undertake detailed design, calculations and management for a variety of engineering projects. Or, you may have more experience and also are currently involved with the client management/commercial side of the business. They are the perfect sized company for an engineer to progress quickly. They have structured CPD paths in place and offer excellent 'hands-on' ongoing training and mentoring with significant opportunities for career development. You will be encouraged to work towards a professional qualification, whilst maintaining control of and driving your own career. The Role The successful Civil Engineer will have the opportunity to work on a varied range of projects to deliver an effective and professional service to our clients. This is a hands-on role seeing a project through from start to finish. KEY DUTIES WILL INCLUDE: Development of engineering design and details in accordance with project briefPreparation of calculations, written reports and specificationsManagement of production of technical documents by other team membersChecking of design calculations and drawings done by other engineers and techniciansVisits to site to carry out investigations and to monitor constructionCommunicating directly with clients, developing client briefs & attending project meetings.Delivering concise technical reports in line with customers' expectations. PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS They encourage staff to demonstrate a passion for design, drive and motivation, an interest and a willingness to learn, and a desire to effectively deliver an excellent service to our clients. You'll be a team player with good interpersonal skills who is keen to make a positive contribution to the work environment. As a key member of the design team, you'll be motivated to and capable of leading/supporting other team members. You: Will have a degree/M Eng in Civil Engineering (preference to a minimum standard of 2.1 BSc Hons), or a similar fieldWill have a good understanding of mathematics and physicsWill have excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise with clients, other members of the team and produce well-written, concise reports.Will have, at least, two years' experience of working in a UK engineering consultancy or contractorMust have experience of designing drainage, highways and earthworksWill enjoy the design process and will have up to date knowledge of current UK Codes of Practice, Design Standards, Building Regulations, and Health and Safety and be familiar with SUDS and Statutory Consents.Ideally, you will have experience of CESMM and NECYou must be currently resident and eligible to work in the UK and have a full UK driving licence SKILLS Strong numeracy skillsPossess a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly ExcelClear and professional communication skillsUnderstand the needs of clientsPay close attention to detailAdept at learning and using new software.The ability to use AutoCAD and Civils 3D. BEHAVIOURS Be planned and organised in your approach to work and meeting deadlinesEnthusiasm for a career in constructionDemonstrate a creative approach to problem solvingThe aptitude to work on your own initiative and be proactiveBe flexible to the needs of the business, and clients' changing requirementsCommitment to working collaboratively and to contributing actively as a design team member. In return, they offer the following A competitive salaryRelocation packageHolidays - starting at 25 days, plus Bank HolidaysPension SchemeAn interesting and varied workloadA supportive and friendly teamTechnically challenging projects that will stretch and challenge your skillsSupport towards attaining Chartership (professional membership fees will be paid by the Company) and you will be encouraged to participate in the company's ICE training scheme and other career development opportunitiesPayment of professional subscriptionsFree Car Parking. What To Do Next If you are interested in this Civil Engineer opportunity in Leeds, please click on the link to apply. If you are interested in hearing about other roles in Civil and Structural Engineering, then please do not hesitate to contact Martin Boland now at or call . We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.