Highways and Transportation
At Metis, our Highways and Transportation team provides end‑to‑end technical, environmental and strategic expertise to support safe, sustainable and efficient transport solutions.
Our work with both public and private sector clients spans planning, carbon-aware design, construction, asset management and long‑term programme delivery.
Our Range of Highways and Transportation Services
- Junction and road design
- Geospatial analysis
- Funding support and applications
- Active travel and public transport integration
- Digital highway asset management
- Project management
- Road safety
- Asset management strategies and plans
- Maintenance cost estimation and forecasting
- Traffic impact assessments
- Highway asset renewal programmes and design
- Stakeholder and public consultation and engagement
- Kerbside and parking
- Highway asset management database, policy and strategy reviews
- Contract administration, preparation, tender and procurement
- Development control consultancy and support
- Business case development and investment planning
- Construction documentation, management, supervision and inspection
- Carbon baselining, reduction strategies, option assessment, whole-life scheme assessments, strategies and plans
Our Core Offerings
Climate Change and Sustainability 
Infrastructure Asset Management 
Integrated Network Planning 
Detailed Design and Construction 
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Metis designs highways and public spaces that actively support a low‑carbon, climate‑resilient future.
Our engineers assess and reduce carbon impact at every design stage, incorporating green and blue‑green infrastructure, sustainable drainage, and accessible active travel routes into our schemes. We help clients shape strategies aligned with net‑zero goals, while creating streets and spaces that encourage walking, cycling and public transport use.
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Metis helps local authorities and asset owners make informed, forward-looking decisions about how to manage their networks. We have a valuable understanding of government drivers for highways and transport in the UK, and the importance of robust asset management strategies and plans that are fit for purpose today and in the future.
Our intelligence-led approach combines condition data, maintenance history, environmental indicators and functionality and usage analysis to identify priorities and build cross-cutting programmes that balance performance, resilience and affordability.
Our asset management support spans strategic planning, operational delivery, net‑zero progress and lifecycle cost forecasting. We give clients confidence in both day‑to‑day decisions and major investments.
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Metis’s integrated transport planning and engineering approach looks at how entire networks function, using data‑driven insights to improve safety, efficiency and accessibility.
We analyse network‑wide patterns in traffic flow, behaviour and congestion, then design junctions, corridors, streets and parking that perform better for all users. Our work strengthens road safety, supports active travel and enhances public transport by creating routes that are safer, more coherent and more reliable.
Through detailed modelling and evidence‑based design, we ensure every intervention delivers meaningful improvements to movement, sustainability and user experience.
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From junction layouts to active travel corridors, Metis delivers detailed value engineering designs – in line with your budget – that are safe, buildable and environmentally responsible.
Our team produces full construction documentation, specifications and technical drawings, and provides hands‑on support throughout delivery. This includes early contractor involvement, procurement, contract administration and on‑site technical assistance. We ensure every project progresses smoothly from concept to completion.
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Metis believes that successful delivery depends on strong coordination, transparency and control. Our project managers lead multidisciplinary teams, guide stakeholders, manage risks and maintain programme momentum. We also offer comprehensive contract management and tender support services.
Using data‑led tools and structured processes, we ensure decisions are evidence‑based and projects remain on time, on budget and aligned with wider transport and environmental objectives.
How We Help Clients
Expertise in Detailed Design Solutions
At Metis, we provide clients and contractors with comprehensive, construction-ready design packages supported by thorough CDM documentation. Our deep knowledge of the standards and guidelines required to provide Highway Engineering services ensures that projects are not only compliant, but also optimised for efficiency.
By employing the latest design technologies and methodologies, we deliver innovative highway engineering services that meet the unique challenges of each project. Working with Metis means benefiting from our commitment to high-quality, reliable designs tailored to the specific needs of our clients, ultimately helping them achieve their project goals seamlessly.
Navigating London’s Urban Landscape and Beyond
With extensive experience across the London boroughs and beyond, we are adept at navigating the complexities of the urban environment. Our expertise includes providing tailored support to local authorities, including Transport for London (TfL), ensuring that projects are aligned with local policies and community needs.
By collaborating effectively with contractors, we facilitate smooth project delivery while addressing the unique challenges presented by urban settings. Our deep understanding of the urban landscape allows us to implement solutions that enhance connectivity, safety, and sustainability for all stakeholders involved.
Collaborative Contractor Engagement
Our long-standing relationships with contractors enable us to offer construction design support and take on Principal Designer roles throughout the construction process. We engage collaboratively with contractors from the early stages of a project, ensuring that design and construction are seamlessly integrated.
By leveraging valuable insights from maintenance to regeneration schemes, we are well-positioned to deliver innovative solutions that address project challenges effectively. This collaborative approach not only fosters a shared vision for project success but also ensures that we meet the diverse needs of clients and stakeholders at every stage of the project lifecycle.
Case Studies
Ealing Southall: how we designed improved cycle routes to Heathrow
Discover how Metis helped to promote active travel on cycle routes to Heathrow Airport.
Helping Southwark Council create a healthy street
In 2021, Southwark Council approached Metis to help them transform one of the streets in the Walworth area of Southwark, Liverpool Grove, as part of their "Our Healthy Walworth" project.
Greenway Route Design: how we connected Enfield Town to Broxbourne
Metis produced a 4.7km greenway route design in collaboration with Enfield Council. Read on...