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Principal Highways Engineer

3 months ago

York, United Kingdom SYSTRA UK & Ireland Full time

Around the world, SYSTRA’s specialists plan, design, integrate, test, commission, project manage and deliver mass transit and mobility solutions that are relied on by more than 50 million people every day.

For more than 60 years, the Group has been committed to helping cities and regions contribute to their development by creating, improving, and modernising their transport infrastructure with sustainability, accessibility, and innovation at the heart of our designs. With over 8,250 colleagues globally and around 1000 in the UK & Ireland we are growing significantly and seeking out the very best talent to join the SYSTRA signature team and be part of leading the way in infrastructure design.


This position for a Principal Highways Engineer within our civil engineering team will suit a committed and ambitious engineer who can demonstrate strong leadership and people skills combined with commercial awareness and the ability to play their part in growing a dynamic high-performance team.


With a focus on the design of large-scale infrastructure you will also support other Product Lines in the UK and overseas, the post-holder will be part of a growing team of UK engineers delivering projects for a diverse portfolio of UK clients.


The Principal Highway Engineer will be accountable for the design delivery of allocated civil engineering work packages, ensuring:

  • Delivery of all the specified project outcomes on time, within budget and to the client’s specifications
  • Project requirements are fully met
  • Technically sound design solutions are produced, including all associated reporting and cost estimating, to programme and within budget
  • Identifying and delivering solutions
  • Compliance with all relevant technical standards
  • Advice and guidance are provided for staff, and professional development is actively pursued
  • Good relationships are maintained with all external parties to enhance the reputation of the company


Main Duties

Working in collaboration with our designers and contract partners, the Principal Highway Engineer will be involved in a variety of tasks such as:

  • To work at any position within a project team to achieve the project objectives.
  • Management of teams of engineers and external suppliers.
  • Planning, monitoring, and reporting of project resources and finances.
  • When required, to undertake the roles of Contractors Responsible Engineer (CRE), Task Manager, Designer, Checker or Approver for all several types of civil design.
  • Competent to work unsupervised and to supervise others; competent to check and approve the work of others; competent to sign off design certificates on behalf of the company.
  • Conceptual outline and detailed design of engineering solutions, presentation of engineering options.
  • Preparation, checking and/or approval of feasibility studies, outline and detailed design technical reports and other written documents.
  • Design, checking and approval of detail allocation and construction design.
  • Preparation of feasibility studies, preliminary through to detailed design for road and drainage infrastructure.
  • Delivery of work to programme, budget, and specification.
  • Training and development, mentoring of junior staff.
  • Client and third-party liaison.
  • Establishment of internal design standards and/or processes to achieve a continuous improvement in quality and efficiency.
  • Contributing to long term technical development of the office by application of new techniques, procedures, and practices.
  • Consult with construction teams to ensure designs are buildable and represent value for money
  • Consult with wider design team to ensure consistency and quality of deliverables across all projects.
  • Implement effective, value for money and innovative design solutions to meet technical and project requirements
  • Ensure project requirements are effectively communicated to the team
  • Prepare and check engineering designs, calculations, and oversee production
  • Prepare and check contract documents and scheme cost estimates
  • Prepare and check technical documents and reports and assist in the preparation of expressions of interest and tenders
  • Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety, and environmental legislation, particularly the CDM Regulations
  • Develop a strong focused client relationship
  • Project administration reporting to the Project Manager including monitoring programme delivery, resources, and budgets
  • Effective management of and response to project related correspondence
  • Acting as representative within the Technical Directorate and Production Centre’s in the wider SYSTRA Group,
  • An important part of the role will include working with the resources across the project – from local resources to others based at other design Technical Centre’s.



Why SYSTRA?

Our three core values: Excellence, Connected Teams and Bold Leadership are kept at the heart of everything we do. We strive for the highest levels of technical excellence, achieving the best results through teamwork, both locally and internationally, and reward innovative thinking through encouraging all colleagues to think as leaders. We offer clear and well supported pathways for career development and qualification attainment, a competitive remuneration package including a bonus and private healthcare, an electric car scheme and a broad suite of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.


Flexibility

Because we value who you are as much as what you do, we want you to feel supported at work. We offer hybrid working, balancing the benefits of working from home with time in our modern, well-equipped offices for that crucial in-person contact, team development and collaborative working. We also recognise that life doesn’t always run to the same schedule for everyone, so we have a dedicated flexible working policy to support you in tailoring your work life to reach your full potential, for more details on this, please get in touch.


Diversity & Inclusion

We provide a warm welcome and encourage applications from a diverse range of people who can enrich our company and offer perspectives which will drive better solutions in a truly inclusive environment. Our employee led working groups and clearly defined strategy help us to keep at the leading edge of important issues and keep us accountable. We want our colleagues to feel comfortable to bring their whole selves to work and continually seek new ideas and contributions to ensure we continue to grow and develop in this space.


Wellbeing

It’s no surprise that people do their best work when they feel physically and mentally supported. Our SYSTRA Wellness Programme offers a wide range of support; from Wellness champions to free health checks, healthy eating workshops and regular seminars, alongside access to a wide range of external support. We offer two paid days for charity work and an ever-growing social calendar.


Apply and find out more about how SYSTRA can support you in your career journey. If you require any adjustments or financial assistance to support you in your application or interview process please email: where your request will be treated confidentially and with respect. We pledge to offer an interview to any candidates with a disability who apply for a role and meet the minimum criteria.

As we are always looking to expand our team, we would still be interested in hearing from you if you fulfil most, but not all, of the relevant criteria for the role and if you are a returner looking to restart your career after a period outside the workplace – you could be just what we are looking for.