Highway Engineer - Development Management

Matchtech; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Highways Term Maintenance sector is seeking a Highway Engineer specializing in Development Management to support planning processes and compliance with regulations. The role offers excellent career progression opportunities in a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in highways or planning development control.
• Proficiency in highway design and development management.
• Good knowledge of relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Responding to consultations from the Local Planning Authority.
• Managing section 38 and section 278 Agreements.
• Ensuring compliance with the Highways Act 1980.

Skills

Highway design

Development management

Compliance with legislation

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Degree in Planning or Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Word

Excel

Job description

Ref no.

Ref no. BHN577333

Location

Location Hampshire, England

Start date ASAP

Job type

Job type Permanent

Job status

Job status Open

Job summary

Our client, a prominent player in the Highways Term Maintenance sector, is seeking a dedicated Highway Engineer specialising in Development Management to join their team on the south coast.

Key skills required for this role

Important

This role involves supporting the planning process and ensuring compliance with statutory duties related to local highways.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responding to consultations from the Local Planning Authority and third parties within specified timeframes
• Assessing technical submissions related to planning applications and development control
• Providing guidance on pre-application enquiries and planning applications
• Managing section 38 and section 278 Agreements, including technical approvals and inspections
• Facilitating Street and Property Naming and Numbering and conducting Highway Searches
• Ensuring the company's compliance with relevant legislation such as the Highways Act 1980 and the Town and Country Planning Act 1990
• Collaborating with internal teams to deliver high-quality services and solutions

Job Requirements:

• Experience in highways or planning development control
• Proficiency in highway design and development management
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure environments
• Good knowledge of relevant legislation and guidelines, including the Manual for Streets and the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges
• Formal qualifications such as a degree in Planning or Engineering
• Skilled in using Word, Excel, and AutoCAD
• Permanent position with opportunities for career progression
• Supportive and dynamic work environment

If you have a background in highways or planning development control and are ready to further your career, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's enthusiastic and professional team.

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