OverviewJoin to apply for the Principal Engineer - Highways role at Sweco. We’re Europe’s leading design, engineering, environment and regulatory consultancy and we’re recruiting for a Principal Engineer to join our Highways team in Leeds. These roles can be worked flexibly, with a minimum of 3 days in the office and the option of adjusted start and finish times. Please note we will be relocating to a modern riverside Leeds City Centre office mid next year from our current base in Chapel Allerton.Our highway and transportation engineering teams are recognised industry leaders and operate across markets including strategic roads, urban city/town centre interventions and private developments. We work with a strong portfolio of local and national clients on projects such as York Central, Bradford City Centre, Bradford Kings Road and Wakefield Road corridors, A641 in Brighouse, Connecting North East Calderdale, Manchester Streets for All, Sheffield TCF and M25 J28. We use the latest design software and techniques to deliver innovative and efficient design solutions with safety and sustainability at the forefront.What does the role involve?As a Principal Engineer, you will lead a highways team or act as design manager as part of a multi-disciplinary project for major highway improvements, placemaking, active travel and public realm schemes. You will support other project teams through a role as Technical Authority, providing advice and technical approval of deliverables. You will work across all project stages from inception through to construction and handover, and collaborate with highway, drainage and pavement disciplines within a multi-disciplinary project team.You will have the opportunity to broaden your expertise and work collaboratively on a wide range of national and regional projects.You Will Be Responsible ForLeading and managing highways design teams ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with standards.Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated and sustainable solutions.Ensuring deliverables are carried out within agreed timescales and budgets.Providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.Engaging with clients and stakeholders to understand their needs and provide expert advice.Preparation and review of technical reports, feasibility studies, and design documentation.Driving technical excellence.To Be Successful In This Role You’ll PossessA relevant professional qualification, for example a degree in engineering.CEng / IEng or equivalent qualifications or working towards.Enthusiasm to lead small project teams effectively and support their technical development.Experience of undertaking geometry design in accordance with DMRB and / or LTN 1/20 Cycle Infrastructure Design, using Civils 3D software or similar.Good understanding and application of highway regulations and guidance such as Manual for Streets, DMRB, TSRGD, MCHW and Traffic Signs Manuals.Good interpersonal and communication skills and ability to present design options to internal and external stakeholders.A desire to learn, progress and challenge yourself.What’s in it for you?This is an exciting time to join Sweco. If you want to be part of a company that offers a diverse and exciting workload, this role is for you. You will continue to learn from experienced people who share a passion for delivering technical excellence.If you possess the skills we are looking for and are eager to join a company that offers real opportunities for career advancement, we would love to hear from you.Let’s work together to transform society at Sweco!Flexible and Hybrid WorkingLife AssuranceDiscretionary Annual Bonus SchemePayment of 2 Professional Subscriptions25 days holiday plus bank holidays and the option to buy up to 5 additional days per yearSupport through professional accreditation processes with bonuses and salary review on achievementCycle2Work SchemeSalary Sacrifice Electric Vehicle SchemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeEquality, Diversity & InclusionWe promote equality, inclusivity and diversity for everyone and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Committed employer, with guaranteed interview for applicants who meet minimum criteria.If a disability requires reasonable adjustments to complete any part of the application process, please contact GB_Function-HR-Resourcing@sweco.co.uk for assistance. When requesting accommodations, please provide your name, contact method, the position title, and the requisition/vacancy number so we can respond promptly.Please note: we reserve the right to close vacancies before the advertised closing date.Our Talent Community and recruitment policies are designed to keep candidates informed and engaged with Sweco.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustriesCivil EngineeringArchitecture and PlanningEnvironmental Services #J-18808-Ljbffr