Development Management Engineer

Carrington West; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established highways services provider is seeking a Development Management Engineer to support the review of planning applications and oversee technical approvals. This role involves ensuring compliance with national standards and legislation while collaborating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil or Highways Engineering, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office tools. Competitive salary and benefits offered including annual leave and comprehensive packages.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

25 days annual leave

Comprehensive benefits package

Business development opportunities

Qualifications

• Essential degree in Civil or Highways Engineering.
• Solid knowledge of highway works delivery processes.
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Support Highway Authority in reviewing planning applications.
• Provide technical approval for highway designs.
• Ensure schemes meet planning conditions and safety standards.
• Liaise with design teams, planning authorities, and contractors.
• Guiding projects from planning to completion.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Civil or Highways Engineering

HNC or equivalent experience

Job description

Development Management Engineer - Highways & Development Planning

Location: Chelmsford

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £41,400

Contact: Patrick Gray (Contact Details below) - Infrastructure & Transportation Recruiter

Are you a skilled highways engineer with a passion for development planning, technical assurance, and stakeholder engagement? We're representing a well-established highways services provider currently looking to expand their Development Management team within a long-term, local authority highways contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the technical review and delivery of developer-led highway schemes, ensuring compliance with national standards and local planning conditions. If you're someone who enjoys balancing technical detail with public-facing collaboration, this role offers the challenge and long-term opportunity you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Highway Authority in reviewing planning applications and development proposals
• Provide technical approval for highway designs submitted by developers and consultants
• Ensure schemes meet planning conditions, safety standards, and legal obligations
• Liaise with internal design teams, planning authorities, developers, and contractors
• Chair and attend meetings, respond to site and design queries, and guide projects from planning to completion

Requirements

• Degree, HNC or equivalent experience in Civil or Highways Engineering (essential)
• Solid knowledge of the design and delivery processes for highway works associated with new developments
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation including the Highways Act 1980 and CDM 2015
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 25 days annual leave, with the option to purchase additional days
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension scheme, life assurance, and employee rewards platform
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Clear career progression within a stable and respected highways delivery team

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to influence regional infrastructure through your technical expertise. You'll be part of a collaborative team working on essential developments that shape future communities, transport networks, and local growth.

If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Patrick Gray at Carrington West on 02393 876 069 for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.

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