Civil Engineer (Senior) - Highways Major Design

Kirklees Council; Bradford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

We have several Senior Engineer roles. These exciting opportunities are suitable for those who are looking for a new career in Civil Engineering. We pride ourselves on being able to develop our staff through their careers. The team works in a busy environment where no two days are the same. You will have the opportunity to be involved in an array of projects, supporting you to develop your skills and expertise. Join us and you'll be working in a team designing and delivering civil engineering schemes to support the infrastructure of Kirklees.

Responsibilities

• Design and delivery of schemes
• Preparation of contract drawings
• Supervision of highway projects
• Designer under Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015
• You will act as NEC Site Supervisor and liaise with the client and contractor, including businesses, communities, and other council services and our staff during construction. Carrying out site inspections and reports and supporting the project manager in managing the site construction works.

For more information regarding the requirements needed for the role you are interested in, please refer to the Job Profile attached to this advert. This role includes travelling to and between sites, this requires a full and valid driving licence and completion of a Kirklees Council driving assessment from Grade 5 onwards.

Qualifications

• Able to think logically and laterally, solving problems creatively.
• Able to act with initiative and to take responsibility.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and within a team.
• Positive with a proactive 'can-do' attitude
• Able to demonstrate experience in a similar role.
• Wanting to further your career and continually develop.

Benefits

• Basic salary plus a market rate supplement (role dependant)
• Hybrid working between home and work with up to 1‑2 days per week working from a Town Centre base in newly refurbished offices.
• Career progression through the grades.
• Significant investment in your career development, through learning and development, talent management, coaching, mentoring and on the job experience.
• A friendly and supportive team environment.
• Excellent contributory pension scheme.
• A range of family friendly policies, including flexible working.
• Access to our employee healthcare service including physiotherapy, counselling.
• Staff shop initiative offering extensive high street discounts.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Use of Council vehicle or paid mileage for site work.