Highway Engineering Leader

5 days ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom AtkinsRéalis Full time

At AtkinsRéalis, we're committed to shaping the future of transportation. As a Senior Performance Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in implementing innovative ideas that transform how we move. You'll be part of our dynamic Transportation team, working on significant projects such as Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route, A9 Luncarty to Pass of Birnam, and East Airdrie Link Road.

We offer a flexible and remote working policy, allowing you to strike a perfect balance between work and life. Our Glasgow and Edinburgh offices are hubs for creativity and innovation, where you can collaborate with national and international design teams to generate positive impacts on society and the environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to lead technical delivery of highway engineering projects and contribute to multi-disciplinary projects. Your expertise will shape high-quality civil and structural designs across new build, renewal, maintenance, and assessment works.

**Key Responsibilities:**

  • Lead technical delivery of highway engineering projects and provide key technical input into multi-disciplinary projects.
  • Develop a team of engineers, technicians, and apprentices.
  • Collaborate with global teams to deliver projects.
  • Support the business in winning work by representing the company at networking events, contributing to bids and tenders, and establishing relationships with existing and prospective clients.

**Requirements:**

  • BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering or professionally qualified, or near-qualified at Chartered or Incorporated Engineer Level.
  • Experience/knowledge of the design process involved in highways and active travel schemes.
  • A willingness to work flexibly to deliver projects to time and budget.

We offer a competitive salary package, including a base salary of £75,000 - £100,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus benefits such as flexible working arrangements, employee networks, and professional development opportunities. We're committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can thrive and develop.



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