Highways Development Control Engineer

Waterman Aspen; Derby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK engineering consultancy is seeking a Highways Development Control Engineer to manage highway applications and provide planning advice. You will work within a supportive team, gaining exposure to a variety of projects while progressing your career with substantial benefits. A full UK driving licence is necessary as site visits will be required. The role offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Contribution to commuting mileage

Permanent health insurance

25 days annual leave

Company pension contribution

Paid community volunteer day

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required for site visits.
• Experience in managing highway applications under Highways Act 1980.

Responsibilities

• Manage highway applications and planning applications.
• Provide advice in Planning Committee meetings.
• Work collaboratively with clients and internal teams.

Skills

Highway application processing

Client communication

Planning application management

Technical progression

Education

Relevant engineering degree

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Posted:

12.08.2025

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26.09.2025

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Job Description:

You’ll get all the benefits of being employed by us, while working on a variety of projects for our clients. Joining Waterman Aspen as a Highways Development Control Engineer will see you as a key member of the West Mids team and you can expect:

• A varied client base where you can apply and develop your skills
• Buy-in from clients to assist in your technical progression
• Further exposure to your chosen industry – increasing your awareness, knowledge and sharpening your skills
• Career development and training to reach your professional or academic qualification goals supported by our own network of mentors and managers
• Paid subscription to a professional body of your choice
• Managing highway applications associated with highway development control process including dealing with S38, S111, S278 applications under the Highways Act 1980
• Taking a leading role in processing a full range of planning applications to discharge reserved highway planning condition matters
• Attending Planning Committee meetings, pre-application and planning meetings, and providing advice on highway matters associated with planning applications.
• A full UK driving licence as site visits will be required.

You’ll get this and so much more…

As a salaried colleague, you’ll get a salary in line with your experience, skills and location along with an industry-leading benefits package:

• Contribution to commuting mileage
• Permanent health insurance
• 25 days annual leave (option to buy up to 5 more), in addition to the normal public holidays (based on a 40 hour week, pro rata for part-time colleagues)
• Company pension contribution
• Salary sacrifice to buy additional benefits
• 1 paid Waterman Aspen in the Community Day to volunteer in your local community