Highways and Active Travel Engineer
Matchtech · Greater London, England
Highways and Active Travel Engineer at Matchtech, based in Greater London, England, paying £45,000 per annum. This is a contract role.
- Salary
- £45,000 per annum
- Location
- Greater London, England
- Contract
- Contract
- Posted
- 2 weeks ago
- Closes
- 3 Nov 2026
Reference 608516
About the role
Our client, a prominent player in the highways sector, is currently seeking a Highways and Active Travel Engineer to join their busy team. Predominantly engaged in local authority projects with some Section 278 work, the team is experiencing high demand due to the temporary absence of two directors. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure development within a dynamic and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Designing and developing infrastructure projects, focusing on active travel and urban design
- Utilising Civil 3D for both 2D and 3D design requirements
- Collaborating closely with local authorities to ensure successful project delivery
- Managing and overseeing sub-drainage engineering tasks
- Contributing to Section 278 agreements and related design activities
- Potentially overseeing workload as a contract Principal Engineer/consultant if required
- Ensuring project designs comply with current standards and regulations
- Working with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality engineering solutions
Job Requirements:
- Experience in infrastructure and active travel/urban design engineering
- Proficiency in Civil 3D for detailed design work
- Strong understanding of local authority project requirements and regulations
- Ability to manage sub-drainage engineering aspects
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Proactive problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
- Relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualification
- Capability to manage workload effectively, particularly during peak times
Benefits:
- Competitive salary structure within a broad internal band
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Involvement in impactful local authority projects
- Supportive team environment with focus on collaboration
- Access to a range of diverse and challenging projects
If you are an experienced Highways and Active Travel Engineer looking for a stable and challenging role, we encourage you to apply now. Join our client's dedicated team and help shape the future of infrastructure projects.
Reference: 608516 · Posted 2 weeks ago · Closes 3 Nov 2026 · Listed via Matchtech
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