Senior / Principal Transport Engineer
Location: Leicester
Salary: £40k - £60k DoE plus package

Are you a Transport Engineer ready to step into a senior or principal role where you can lead projects, oversee a team and play a key part in developing the transport department. This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable consultancy with a strong reputation, a secure pipeline of work and excellent progression routes.

You’d be joining a well-established engineering consultancy delivering projects across commercial, residential, industrial and education sectors, with values up to £50m. Known for their supportive culture and long-standing team, they offer an environment where individuals are trusted, developed and given real opportunity to progress.

The Opportunity

This role offers a blend of technical delivery, project leadership and team development. You will take ownership of transport planning and highways inputs across a range of projects, while also having the opportunity to build and lead your own team. It is a strong next step for someone looking to move into a more senior position with real influence over project delivery and team growth.

What You’ll Be Doing
*Managing and delivering Transport Statements and Transport Assessments across a variety of projects
*Overseeing multiple schemes while maintaining strong client relationships
*Preparing high-quality technical reports and project documentation
*Undertaking complex junction analysis and providing practical design recommendations
*Liaising with highways engineers, planners, architects and clients
*Attending meetings and representing the business professionally
*Supporting the growth and development of the transport team
*Contributing to project delivery across wider civil engineering schemes
What They’re Looking For
*BEng or MEng in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
*Minimum of 5 years’ post-graduate experience in transport engineering or planning
*Chartered or working towards chartership with ICE, CIHT or TPP
*Strong knowledge of national and local transport policy and standards
*Experience producing Transport Statements and Assessments
*Proficiency in relevant transport modelling and industry software
*Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
*Ability to lead projects and contribute to team development
*A proactive and collaborative approach
*Full UK driving licence
Why This Role Stands Out
*Salary from £40k to £60k depending on experience
*Opportunity to build and lead your own team
*Diverse project portfolio across multiple sectors
*Clear progression within a growing business
*Supportive and people-focused culture
*Hybrid and flexible working policies
*25 days holiday increasing with service up to 30 days plus bank hols
*Employee Assistance Programme
*Income protection scheme
*Company pension contribution
*Structured training and development
*Chartership mentoring and support
*Paid professional memberships
*Long service awards
*Company-funded team building and social events
Apply Today

If you are looking for a role where you can take the lead on projects, grow a team and play a key role in a business with ambitious plans, we would be interested in speaking with you.