Contract Senior Highways Engineer

Strata Construction Consulting; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consulting company seeks a Senior Highways Engineer to oversee diverse infrastructure projects in Birmingham. You will be responsible for managing project delivery, conducting feasibility studies, and ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations, while nurturing junior staff and engaging with the public. Ideal candidates hold an HNC in Civil Engineering and exhibit strong leadership and technical skills.

Qualifications

• HNC or similar level qualification in Civil Engineering or relevant field.
• Membership of the Institution of Civil Engineers or willingness to pursue.
• Driving license and knowledge of highways legislation required.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of diverse projects from sustainable travel to major road networks.
• Conduct feasibility studies and ensure compliance with design and construction plans.
• Oversee junior staff and attend consultation events.

Skills

Project Management

Feasibility Studies

Risk Assessment

Public Consultation

AutoCAD

Health and Safety Legislation

Education

HNC in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoTrack

Key Signs

Key Lines

Job description

Our client is seeking a Senior Highways Engineer to help develop and oversee delivery of a wide range of projects from sustainable travel schemes to major road network projects in Manchester.

The role:

• Manage and ensure the successful delivery of diverse projects, including sustainable travel initiatives and major road network projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies and preliminary designs for projects, from initial concept through to business case submission.
• Ensure that design and construction activities adhere to approved plans and relevant legislation.
• Request and analyse surveys, perform site investigations, conduct risk assessments, and compile pre-construction information.
• Develop public consultation materials and participate in consultation events.
• Prepare reports for Committee and Cabinet Members, along with supporting documentation.
• Commission, review, and process temporary, experimental, and permanent traffic regulation orders.
• Oversee junior staff assisting with these tasks.

What you need to succeed:

• HNC or similar level qualification in Civil Engineering or other relevant field plus evidence of continuing professional development
• Membership of the Institution of Civil Engineers or other relevant professional organisation or willingness to work towards such Membership
• Driving licence
• Working Knowledge of construction health and safety legislation and associated regulations relevant to highways, traffic and transportation schemes
• Experience or willingness to learn use of AutoCAD and CAD standards
• Experience or willingness to learn use of using AutoTrack, Key Signs and Key Lines or similar software