Bennett and Game are currently working with a well-established consultancy who offer a fully integrated service, specialising in Transport Planning and Highways Design. With offices in Gateshead, Fleet, and a newly opened office in Birmingham, they work across a broad range of projects in both the public and private sectors, including high-profile commercial developments nationwide.
The successful Associate Director - Highways Design will be joining a company that puts its people first and believes its employees are the foundation of its success. The business fosters a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive working environment, with a strong emphasis on continuous training, mentoring, and long-term career development.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong project and team management experience, including resource planning and delivery oversight.
• Extensive technical knowledge and background in highways design projects.
• Proven ability to manage the full project lifecycle, ensuring delivery within budget and timescales.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in mentoring and developing junior engineers.
• Robust knowledge of DMRB and highways technical documentation.
• Experience in preparing contract documentation aligned with highways sector requirements.
• Ability to advise clients on technical and project matters at a senior level.
• Working knowledge of Civils 3D and experience in drainage design using Causeway Flow (PDS).

• Oversee the delivery of highways designs to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Manage team workloads and resource allocation to ensure effective delivery across all priority projects.
• Take full responsibility for preparing and managing project budgets, including cost control and financial tracking.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and project partners throughout all phases.
• Manage expectations and communications effectively with all internal and external parties.
• Ensure all design work complies with DMRB, MCHW, and local authority standards and guidance.
• Review and authorise technical designs and reports, providing feedback and direction where required
• Work collaboratively with the wider senior management team across regional offices and disciplines.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and high technical standards.
• Comply with all Health & Safety legislation, particularly CDM Regulations, and maintain a proactive risk management approach.