Senior Highways & Active Travel Engineer

Matchtech · Greater London, England

Senior Highways & Active Travel Engineer at Matchtech, based in Greater London, England, paying £45,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£45,000 per annum
Location
Greater London, England
Contract
Permanent
Posted
3 days ago
Closes
3 Nov 2026

Reference 608514

About the role


Our client, a leading consultancy in the highways sector, is currently seeking a Senior Highways & Active Travel Engineer to join their team. The role focuses on delivering key infrastructure projects, with an emphasis on local authority work and Section 278 projects. This is a permanent opportunity, ideal for professionals with a strong background in highways engineering and active travel design.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Designing and managing highways and active travel projects, from conception to completion
  • Utilising Civil 3D for 3D design work, ensuring high-quality outputs
  • Collaborating with local authorities and other stakeholders to meet project requirements
  • Conducting site assessments and surveys to inform project planning and design
  • Preparing technical reports and documentation to support project development
  • Contributing to team discussions and strategy for managing workload and project timelines
  • Providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers

Job Requirements:

  • Significant experience in highways engineering and active travel projects
  • Proficiency in Civil 3D for infrastructure design beyond 2D capabilities
  • Strong understanding of local authority and Section 278 processes
  • Excellent project management skills, with the ability to lead and coordinate multiple projects
  • Strong communication skills for liaising with stakeholders and team members
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage tight deadlines
  • Relevant engineering degree or equivalent qualification

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunity to work on a variety of local authority projects
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Comprehensive employee benefits package


If you are an experienced Highways & Active Travel Engineer looking for a permanent position within a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's talented team and contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects.

Reference: 608514 · Posted 3 days ago · Closes 3 Nov 2026 · Listed via Matchtech

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