Contract Senior Highways Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading construction consulting firm is seeking a Senior Highways Engineer to manage and deliver a variety of projects, from sustainable travel initiatives to major road network enhancements. Candidates should have an HNC in Civil Engineering, relevant experience in project management, and a commitment to ongoing professional development. Knowledge of AutoCAD and traffic legislation is preferred. This role is based in Birmingham, UK.

Qualifications

• HNC or similar qualification in Civil Engineering needed.
• Membership in a professional organization desired.
• Knowledge of construction health and safety legislation required.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse project delivery including sustainable travel and road network projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies and prepare design documents.
• Compiling reports for Committee and Cabinet Members.

Skills

Project management

Feasibility studies

Risk assessment

Public consultation

AutoCAD

Education

HNC in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoTrack

Key Signs

Key Lines

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• 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 AutoTrack, Key Signs and Key Lines or similar software