Waterman Aspen
Senior Highway Engineer
Senior Highway Engineer at Waterman Aspen, based in Bradford, Yorkshire. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Bradford, Yorkshire
- Closing date
- Sector
- Local Government
Reference 534434064500262886
About the role
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You’ll get all the benefits of being employed by us, while working on a variety of projects for our clients. Joining Waterman Aspen as a Senior Highway Engineer will see you as a key member of the Yorkshire & Humber team and you can expect:
- A varied client base where you can apply and develop your skills
- Buy-in from clients to assist in your technical progression
- Further exposure to your chosen industry – increasing your awareness, knowledge and sharpening your skills
- The flexibility to broaden your horizons with each new secondment, without changing your employer
- Career development and training to reach your professional or academic qualification goals supported by our own network of mentors and managers
- Paid subscription to a professional body of your choice
- Regular social events and volunteering opportunities
Experience required…
Essential:
- UK Experience within a public, private or third sector UK based client.
- Proven experience in leading and managing a range of Highways projects from conception to completion.
- Involvement in the full project lifecycle, including budget/finance control and progress reporting.
- In-depth knowledge of highway design principles, standards and practices including alignment, grading, drainage, and pavement design.
- Skilled user of design software such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with clients, Elected Members, stakeholders and team members/colleagues.
- Ability to prepare detailed reports, documentation and presentations.
- Understanding and appreciation of CDM regulations.
- HNC, HND, BEng, BSc, MEng, MSc or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
- A full UK driving licence is essential.
Desirable:
- Work towards professional qualification (IEng / CEng) with the ICE / IHE / CIHT or similar.
You’ll get this and so much more…
As a salaried colleague, you’ll get a salary in line with your experience, skills and location along with an industry-leading benefits package:
- Company car or car allowance
- Contribution to commuting mileage
- Permanent health insurance
- 25 days annual leave (option to buy up to 5 more), in addition to the normal public holidays (based on a 40 hour week, pro rata for part-time colleagues)
- Company pension contribution
- Salary sacrifice to buy additional benefits
- 1 paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day to volunteer in your local community
Reference: 534434064500262886 · Posted 4 hours ago · Closes 27 Nov 2026 · Listed via Waterman Aspen
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