Highway Engineer

  • What does a Highway Engineer do?
  • Why do I need a Highway Engineer?
  • How do I become a Highway Engineer?

We have put together this website with a view to answering all these questions and many more. You may be a Developer or a Private Individual who has been advised that you require the services of a Highway Engineer to assist you with a Planning Application. Maybe you require a Transport Assessment, Transport Statement, Transport Scoping Study, Travel Plan, Road Safety Audit, Detailed Design work, a Feasibility Study of potential access arrangements; the design of a service area or car park or Supervision of on and off site highway works, a Highway Engineer can assist you with all these matters and many more.

It could well be that you may be interested in a career as a Highway Engineer and simply don't know how to start on the 'road' towards such a rewarding career.

The Role of the Highway Engineer

It is invariably the case that the majority of development proposals will bring about some impact on the local road network, be it an increase in traffic or pedestrian movement, additional demand on public transport or the simple formation of a new access. These matters are addressed by the Highway Engineer whose involvement will relate to the scale and nature of the development proposal.

Our website provides a brief overview of the Highway Engineer’s role in a major project.


What our Clients' say:

Eliot Baker, D & C Solutions – Flood Risk Assessment

Tue 18 June 2013

We commissioned Sanderson Associates to undertake a Flood Risk Assessment in support of a planning application. The Assessment was a well presented, professional report, particularly since it had to be provided in such a short timescale. Overall, it was a very friendly, professional & efficient service.

Kathyrn Newbould, Kier PLC – Swept Path Analysis

Mon 10 June 2013

Excellent service with quick turnaround of swept path analysis for multiple vehicles on awkward sites. Sanderson’s services have been particularly useful in demonstrating the feasibility and practicalities of a number site layouts, especially for recent schemes with Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service.

Andy Hey, Planning Consultant – Flood Risk Assessment, Residential Development

Wed 5 June 2013

Problem for my Client in a Flood Zone 2 situation very pleased with Sanderson’s Site Specific FRA which satisfied the Environment Agency fully.

Les Sharman, Director – Flood Risk Assessment

Mon 20 May 2013

The service provided by Sanderson Associates was thoroughly professional. Initial advice was clear, concise and very helpful, with the actual report being delivered promptly. All relevant information in the report was, again, presented in clear, concise and unambiguous format.

Shaun Sabet, Director – Sequential and Exception Test, Proposed Residential Development

Mon 20 May 2013

We approached Sanderson Associates to provide us with a bespoke report to accompany our Flood Risk Assessment. Due to the specialist nature of our requirement, other consultants turned the job down, but Darren’s enthusiasm and commitment inspired us with confidence. The report was undertaken diligently and in a timely manner and most importantly a clever solution to our problem was identified which has put us … Continue reading

Alexandra Grieveson, Dealer Principle – Flood Risk Assessment, Commercial Development

Mon 13 May 2013

Sanderson provided a Flood Risk Assessment for a recent acquisition. They liaised with the Environment Agency on our behalf and produced a comprehensive report to support a planning application for a commercial development. Despite a requirement for the plans to be modified, therefore altering the report content, Darren was flexible and customer focused. This was my first experience of working with Sanderson; they were competent … Continue reading

Thomas Dine, Architect, Flood Risk Assessment – Proposed Residential Development

Thu 25 April 2013

Sanderson Associates provided excellent advice on flood risk in a difficult low-lying area and provided a report which assisted in gaining planning permission, all at a very reasonable cost.

Mr D Round – Individual – Flood Risk Statement

Wed 17 April 2013

On Friday afternoon, before my son was due to exchange contracts for the purchase of his new home, on the following week, he received an adverse report, from his solicitor’s property searches, that the home he was about to purchase could be at risk from pluvial flooding, and was likely to have difficulties with property insurance. This report seemed inaccurate but we couldn’t take the … Continue reading

Joe Coffey – CD Builders Ltd – Swept Path Analysis (Residential Development)

Tue 26 March 2013

Sandersons provided an extremely efficient service for a competitive price. Nothing was too much trouble for the engineer assigned to our project and his problem solving attitude was admirable

Mrs W Sockett – Planning Consultant – Preliminary Highway Design (Caravan Site)

Thu 21 March 2013

I have used Sanderson Associates for numerous projects and would recommend them to others without question. I have always found them to be friendly, efficient and professional in addition to providing robust and detailed reports/plans.

Mr A Cardillo-Zallo – Swept Path Analysis (Residential Development)

Thu 21 March 2013

Darren and the team at Sanderson Associates proved very useful when I required a Swept Path Analysis for my application site at very short notice. Not only did he complete the task successfully within 6 hours of my request, but made design changes to the parking layout to help meet the Highways Officer’s requirement. A very good service.

Mr A Appleby – Swept Path Analysis (Industrial Warehouse Development)

Wed 13 March 2013

From my initial contact, with Sanderson Associates up to completion and delivery of the analysis, they have been very helpful and professional. The service is thorough, extremely fast, and I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again.

Dr A Wright – Transport Statement (Residential Development)

Fri 25 January 2013

Sanderson Associates were recommended by our architects to help support our planning application. Throughout the process their approach was highly professional and we believe that their help and support was crucial to the success of our project.

Steve Gibson, Director, SGD Ltd – Swept Path Analysis

Wed 7 November 2012

I have used Sanderson’s numerous times for vehicle tracking. They provide a superb service, fast and accurate.

Colin Taylor, Balmain London Ltd – Flood Risk Assessment

Tue 6 November 2012

I write to thank you for all your efforts to complete the Flood Risk Assessment for the Fulham project in such a timely and complete way. We appreciate the service you have given us and will not hesitate to contact you again. We found your report and service to be both thorough and comprehensive throughout.

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