For the Principal Design Engineer, the focus for this role is someone who is competent at drainage design (microdrainage), including foul water, and also has a good understanding of Section 104/106/185 agreements.  The role can include Principal Engineers now, and possibly even someone who is looking to step into their first Associate role.

Main Duties

Ensure designs are delivered within programme and within the budget provided;

Managing resource allocations to ensure team members are fully utilised on the highest priority tasks;

Work with Milestone’s Senior Management Team to assist with projects from other offices and disciplines;

Ensuring that the requirements of all relevant Authorities and Statutory bodies are incorporated into designs, as appropriate;

Undertaking and checking / authorising design information and reports providing effective feedback;

Ensuring that all designs are prepared in accordance with MCHW,DMRB and/or local design guidance;

Encouraging innovation and continuous improvement within the team and displaying sound independent judgement, and;

Complying with relevant Health & Safety legislation, particularly the CDM Regulations and adopting a pro-active risk management / mitigation approach.

Requirements

Essential Requirements

Experience of working on Section 278 and Section 38 highway design projects;

Experience in highway drainage design and use of MicroDrainage software;

Pro-active management skills with confidence to manage teams in accordance with a growing and varied workload;

Strong technical skills and experience in a range of highway design environments;

Proven project management of highway projects and delivery to programme and budget;

Display sound independent judgment;

Experience with developing, mentoring and supervision of Highway Design staff;

Robust working knowledge of highways Technical documents within the DMRB;

Experience managing the development of contract documents in accordance with relevant Highway contracts;

To be able to work with or advise key clients on technical issues in the highway structures sector at a senior level, and;

Demonstrate a working knowledge of the Civils 3D CAD package.

Desirable Requirements

Experience in the provision of cost-estimates,

Member of a relevant Charted Institute,

Hold a valid UK driving license

Benefits

Benefits

Attractive salary commensurate with experience

Company pension plan

Generous holiday allowance

Annual and performance-based bonuses

Profit share bonus

Healthcare cash plan coverage

Flexible work arrangements

Paid membership to Professional Institutions (CIHT, ICE, etc.)

Subsidised social events and activities

Salary sacrifice car scheme
...and more!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £55,000.00-£65,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme

Performance bonus

Benefits:

Additional leave

Company events

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Free parking

Life insurance

Private dental insurance

Private medical insurance

Profit sharing

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

Fleet, Hampshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

Bachelor's (preferred)

Experience:

Highways Design: 6 years (required)

Highway Drainage Design: 2 years (required)

MicroDrainage Software: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person/in office