Highways Engineer

Company: Waterman Aspen
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Location: Glasgow
Job Description:

Job title: Highways Engineer

Type: Contract

Salary: Dependent on experience, skills and location

An introduction to our unique company…

Waterman Aspen welcomes engineers and technical specialists to make their mark on some of the biggest infrastructure projects across the UK on a secondment basis.

We specialise in providing the right people, with the right skills for the job, at the right time – for as long as our clients need them.

We are proud of how much we value and support our colleagues – taking people from the very start of their careers to Chartered status and beyond. We have big ambitions for the future, and we’d love for you to be part of it.

Your career with Waterman Aspen…

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 Highways Engineer will see you as a key member of the Scotland team and you can expect:

  • A varied client base for you to apply and develop your skills
  • Professional subscription to a professional body of your choice
  • Career development and support to reach your professional goals (CEng, EngTech, Incorporated)
  • Buy-in from clients to assist in your professional progression
  • Further exposure to the industry – increasing your awareness, knowledge and sharpening your skills

Experience required…

Essential:

  • UK experience within a public, private or third-sector UK-based client.
  • A qualification in a relevant discipline.
  • Knowledge and application of the TSRGD, DMRB and MCHW for design of minor / major highways schemes.
  • Experienced in the full design lifecycle considering all aspects of buildability.
  • Understanding of maintenance requirements of various highways assets.
  • Good communication skills.
  • A full UK driving licence.

Desirable:

  • Experience relevant software where appropriate.
  • Experience in checking and monitoring the work of others.
  • Understanding and appreciation of CDM regulations.
  • Involvement in the full project lifecycle, including budget/finance control.
  • IEng or CEng.

Posted: April 26th, 2026